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APPOINTMENTS\Abolish Parts Shop Foreman and Establish Fleet Manager—12-19-2022
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ABOLISHMENT OF
PARTS SHOP FOREMAN POSITION AND ESTABLISHMENT
OF FLEET MANAGER POSITION IN TOWN HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION NO.: 12022
INTRODUCED BY:
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY:
WHEREAS, the Town of Queensbury's Highway Superintendent has recommended that
the Town Board abolish the existing full-time position of Parts Shop Foreman and establish the
full-time position of Fleet Manager in the Town Highway Department, and
WHEREAS, a job description for the Fleet Manager has been adopted by the Warren County
Department of Personnel and Civil Service and presented at this meeting, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to abolish the position of Parts Shop Foreman and
establish the position of Fleet Manager as recommended,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the abolishment
of the full-time position of Parts Shop Foreman and the establishment of the position of Fleet Manager
in the Town's Highway Department in accordance with the Fleet Manager Job Description adopted
by the Warren County Department of Personnel and Civil Service in substantially the form presented at
this meeting, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor and/or
Town Budget Officer to complete and file any documentation and take such other and further actions
necessary to effectuate all terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 19t'day of December, 2022,by the following vote:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
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FLEET MANAGER - TOWN
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS, An employee in this position is responsible for managing
the fleet and equipment maintenance program for a municipal public works/highway department. Duties include
oversight and administration of fleet maintenance operations, fleet maintenance data retention, inventory
management and risk management. The incumbent may plan and implement database system program updates
across the Department. The work is performed under the general direction of an administrative superior.
Supervision is exercised over subordinate staff. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)
Supervises the maintenance, operations and repairs of a municipal fleet which includes automobiles, trucks,
construction equipment, sanitation, snow removal vehicles etc.;
Oversees and is responsible for the supervision of mechanics and other assigned staff;
Plans, develops, implements, maintains and/or manages a preventive maintenance system for fleet vehicles,
including creation and/or updates to digital work order systems for the repair of fleet vehicles;
Plans, develops, implements, maintains and/or manages a comprehensive computerized fleet maintenance records
system;
Plans, develops, implements, maintains and/or manages a computerized system to record an accurate inventory of
shop parts including tools, supplies, equipment;
Plans, develops, implements, maintains and/or manages a fleet safety program to mitigate risks to equipment and
facilities, as well as resolving potential hazards;
Develops, implements and enforces policies and procedures relating to all areas of fleet and equipment program
systems operations, including safety procedures and standards for all shop operations;
Prepares reports, provides analytics/analysis to assist department administration in making informed decisions
relating to fleet and equipment operations;
Maintains current licenses, inspection, registration and warranties on all vehicles;
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with vendors, dealers, contractors to secure equipment
and vehicles in most cost-effective manner;
Participates in meetings and assists in the implementation of department goals;
Confers with department administration for prioritization of repair and maintenance activities;
Writes specifications for equipment repair and replacement;
Provides setup, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and calibration of computerized equipment systems;
Assigns specific tasks to Automotive Mechanics and other workers in the repair of equipment;
Provides training and related instruction on vehicle and equipment maintenance and operation;
Develops and implements programs to train Automotive Mechanics and other shop staff;
Supervises the ordering, receiving and issuance of supplies, tools, and equipment;
Responsible for adequate inventory of automotive, mechanical, and related parts and supplies for use in the repair
and operation of equipment;
Maintains warranties, licenses and registrations for all vehicles and equipment;
Maintains records of environmental management of storage tanks and oil/water separator;
Interprets Department of Transportation, Department of Motor Vehicles, and other rules and regulations that
govern municipal equipment operation and is responsible to train employees and implement changes as
needed;
Utilizes computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-
mail and database software in performing work assignments;
Utilizes computerized shop operations management, spreadsheets and word processing software;
Does related work as required.
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:
Thorough knowledge of the practices, tools, machinery and supplies required for the repair and maintenance of
motor vehicles and motor equipment;
Thorough knowledge of computer programs such as fleet management software, web-based parts and/or repair
programs and other related fleet and equipment operations software;
Good knowledge of governmental and purchasing practices and procedures;
Good knowledge of the principals of mechanical design and repair costs;
Good knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and regulations relating to fleet and equipment operations
program requirements, including safety requirements for shop operations;
Ability to instruct and supervise motor equipment maintenance personnel in the methods of repair and care of
tools and equipment;
Ability to plan, direct and supervise the daily activities of all motor equipment maintenance personnel in a
manner conducive to full performance and high morale;
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Ability to maintain records;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and
database software in performing work assignments;
Ability to effectively utilize computerized shop operations management, spreadsheets and word processing
software;
Reliability, resourcefulness, sound technical judgment; initiative, tact.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS_ Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency
diploma, and
A) Associate's Degree or higher and three (3) years of paid experience supervising a vehicle and/or heavy
equipment maintenance operation which shall have included utilizing a computerized fleet maintenance
management system; or
B) Five (5) years of paid experience supervising a vehicle and/or heavy equipment maintenance operation
which shall have included utilizing a computerized fleet maintenance management system;
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid New York State Driver's license appropriate to the vehicles
operated at the time of appointment and throughout the term of employment.
NOTE:
1 ) Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or
specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S.
Secretary of 'Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United
States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable
companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at
. , ; I , , I�. I , !,v di 2 I : . : . You must pay the required evaluation fee;
2) The Town is responsible for ensuring that incumbents meet the Special Requirement set forth above.
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