Fleet Equipment Inspector (ODA) - Fleet Operations Division

Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time

Inspects and audits equipment for condition and risk factors according to state and federal DOT requirements, as well as internal operating procedures and processes. Oversees, monitors, and evaluates the fleet vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance/quality assurance program within an assigned district. Serves as technical expert on vehicle maintenance, repair, and fleet information management software. Work requires communication and scheduling with district/division leadership. Work requires contact with vendors and contractors. Employees at this level perform work independently and establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Oversees the Fleet Operations Division Preventive Maintenance Program in an assigned district.

Inspects equipment on a regular schedule and generates and disseminates inspection reports and recommends corrective action to District Engineers, Division Directors, and other district or division managers.

Develops and manages the biannual preventive maintenance inspection schedule of vehicles and equipment for their assigned area.

Inspects and audits equipment for condition and risk factors according to state and Federal DOT requirements, as well as internal operating procedures and processes.

Troubleshoots repair problems and communicates corrective actions and repair processes to department personnel.

Oversees and provides training in the classroom, at office locations, and in the field to department personnel in the areas of pre-trip inspection, preventive maintenance, equipment repair, the Fleet Excellence Program (FLEX), and use of the fleet information management software (FNAV).

Collaborates with Fleet Operations Division leadership and peers to develop training materials for district and division personnel.

Communicates directly with district and division leadership to report and discuss issues and recognize achievements in the areas of preventive maintenance and the condition of the assets in their assigned inventory.

Communicates difficult, detrimental, or unfavorable information to District and Division leadership in a professional and unbiased manner.

Prepares written and oral reports on the status of equipment including pending repair requests and preventive maintenance services.

Creates presentations to convey pertinent information about the FOD Preventive Maintenance Program to district and division leadership.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent.

Experience: 8 years diagnostic, inspection, and repair of automotive, medium/heavy truck, construction equipment, preventive maintenance, and QA fleet related work. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). *

*Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 year's experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 90 calendar days from date of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Commercial Driver’s License

Competencies:

Preventive maintenance methods and procedures

Equipment used in transportation construction and roadway maintenance work

Using computers and applicable programs, applications and systems

Prioritizing and organizing work assignments to meet deadlines

Planning, directing, coordinating and leading the work of others

Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment

Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade

Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups

Training in a classroom, office, or field environment

Communicating effectively

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour

Subject to noise

Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device

Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.

Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts

Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.

Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Schedule: Full-time