What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Supervisor position at Bowhead?
Maintenance Supervisor (APG 2023-19330):
Bowhead seeks an Emergency Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor to join our team at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Aberdeen, MD. This individual will be responsible for Supervising a variety of skilled tasks and making technical recommendations involving minor and major mechanical service and repair of Heavy Equipment to include inspection and repair on brakes, suspension, wheels, hubs, hydraulic systems and steering systems, service and repair Fire Trucks, Fire Apparatus, Aerial Equipment, Fire Rescue Vehicles and Miscellaneous Fire Equipment.
Applicant must be certified with current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) for the following areas:
ASE:
- T2 Truck, Diesel Engines
- T3 Truck, Drive Train
- T4 Truck, Brakes
- T5 Truck, Suspension and Steering
- T6 Truck, Electrical Systems
EVT certification prefered in the following areas:
- F1 Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus
- F2 Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus
- F3 Fire Pumps and Accessories
- F4 Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems
Essential functions will include:
- Have knowledge of NFPA 1071 and 1911.
- Demonstrate Technical knowledge required for a certified EVT Technician.
- Technical recommendations to mechanics performing maintenance task on Fire Apparatuses.
- Verify and approve all repairs completed on emergency vehicles.
- Ability to document and maintain historical records of repairs made on Emergency Vehicle Fire Apparatuses.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- ASE certifications as described above with a high school diploma or equivalent is required in addition A minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing inspection, testing, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of fire suppression systems and other related fire/life safety (FLS) equipment.
- Must be able to obtain EVT level II certification within 180 days of employment.
- Must possess a valid State issued Class B CDL and be able to obtain/maintain a forklift license.
- A Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated pre-employment medical examination and drug screening are required.
- Must be able to, understand, and follow technical manuals to ensure proper diagnosis and repair.
- Knowledge in maintenance of military vehicles and equipment preferred.
- Basic to intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office software suite.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
Physical Demands:
- Bend, Squat, Stoop, Crouch, Lean, Sit, and Balance.
- Work with power/automated hand tools.
- Lift/carry/push/slide up to 50 pounds.
- Stand for long periods of time
- Repeat the same movements.
- Work in automotive repair shop around moving objects, vehicles, machinery with moving parts, and confined spaces.
- Exposure to adverse excessive noise, weather conditions, exhaust fumes, gasoline, diesel fuel, and other vehicle fluids/lubricants.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance for this position.
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