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Shop Superintendent - ITD

Idaho Division of Human Resources

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Pocatello, ID
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Temporary
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Class A Commercial Driver’s LicenseValid Driver’s License

Job overview

The Idaho Transportation Department seeks a Shop Superintendent in District 5, Pocatello, to lead a multifaceted equipment repair shop, overseeing maintenance, repair, overhaul of heavy‑duty vehicles and related equipment while ensuring efficient shop operations and staff management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical RepairWelding MethodsVehicle Body RepairFuel System KnowledgeIgnition SystemsComputer Control SystemsBraking SystemsPower Plant RepairElectrical SystemsWelding TechniquesCirrus Control SystemsCustomer ServiceDiagnostic SkillsEquipment InspectionInventory Management

Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseClass a Commercial Driver’s LicenseSupervising Staff ExperienceTraining Others ExperienceDiagnosing Mechanical/Electrical/Hydraulic IssuesEstimating Repair Costs2 Years Professional Automotive Repair ExperienceUnderstanding of Cirrus Control SystemsPass Driving Record Check

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

State of IdahoIdaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

The Idaho Transportation Department is hiring a Shop Superintendent to join our team located in District 5, Pocatello, ID. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a motivated leader looking to put their leadership abilities and mechanical expertise to work serving the citizens of Idaho at the Idaho Transportation Department. The selected candidate will oversee the planning, organization, direction, and operation of a multifaceted equipment repair shop responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy-duty construction, gasoline, and diesel-powered vehicles and related equipment, while ensuring efficient and effective shop operations.

This position requires you to obtain a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 60 days of hire as well as pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Management

  • Manages a diversified repair shop dealing with minor and major repair of a large fleet of specialized vehicles

  • Develop specifications for district equipment, tools, and related maintenance and repair devices

  • Consults with manufacturers and factory representatives on equipment problems, designs, and warranty agreements

  • Tests equipment for design, operational and physical capabilities

  • Prepare reports on equipment utilization, repair costs, and equipment discrepancies

  • Oversee all operations including overhaul, welding, metal fabrication, body and fender repair, painting, field repair, and preventive maintenance

  • Manages a service station and ensures security and maintenance of the building complex and yard

  • Hire and trains staff, assign work, and evaluate performance

  • Handles complaints and conflicts and related personnel issues at operational level

  • Completes and maintains maintenance and repair records and reports

  • Requisitions and maintain inventory of tools, equipment, supplies, and parts

Operations

  • Receives and inspects vehicles and equipment

  • Diagnoses complex mechanical problems and repair needs

  • Prepares job orders for repairs, manufacture of parts, and preventive maintenance, and estimates related costs

  • Trains staff in various aspects of operations maintenance and repair in areas such as fuel system, ignition, computer control systems, braking systems, power plant repair, electrical systems, welding techniques, and any other system related to this type of work

  • Operates equipment to diagnose problems and validate repair completion

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Considerable knowledge of

  • The practices, materials, and tools used to repair and refinish damaged vehicular bodies and parts

  • Welding methods and equipment

  • Mechanical repair shop safety practices

  • Current technology in mechanical and component systems maintenance and repair

Experience

  • Supervising staff and activities of an equipment repair shop

  • Training others in the use and care of mechanical tools and shop equipment

  • Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and related malfunctions of gasoline and diesel engines and component systems and determining necessary repairs and maintenance needed

  • Estimating mechanical and vehicular body repair costs and time involved

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 60 days of hire.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Understanding of Cirrus Control Systems

  • 2 years of professional Automotive Repair experience

  • Customer Service experience

Essential Function:

An essential function of this position is driving an ITD vehicle. Incumbents are required to successfully pass a driving record check to be considered for this position .

Disqualifiers

Within the last three (3) years:

  • Leaving the scene of a personal injury accident

  • Four (4) moving violations

  • Failure to submit to a chemical test

Within the last two (2) years:

  • Three (3) moving violations

Within the last twelve (12) months:

  • Accumulation of six (6) points

  • Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs

  • Two (2) moving violations

ALCOHOL AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES TESTING PROGRAM INFORMATION

At ITD, the safety of our employees and the public is our highest priority. As part of our commitment, we adhere to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements by reviewing the FMCSA Clearinghouse record for all employees with CDL’s, both before employment and annually. If you are selected for this position, you will be required to register and authorize ITD to review your FMCSA Clearinghouse record as well as undergo a controlled substance test including:

  • Random

  • Reasonable suspicion

  • Post-accident

  • Follow-up

  • Return to duty

See Regulations and Policies at the following website: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rules-regulations/administration/fmcsr/FmcsrGuideDetails.aspx?menukey=382 .

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website (https://itd.idaho.gov/) . Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: [email protected] or call 208-334-8664.

The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/ .

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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