Heavy Equipment Maintenance Supervisor - Now Hiring!
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JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY:
Directs the efficient repair of the company mobile cargo carrying fleet in the Hilift Shop. Administers a preventive maintenance program that will maximize equipment availability and provide good value to the company. Builds a cohesive team that accomplishes the above tasks through positive interaction with everyone involved.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervises repairs of cargo carrying equipment. Provides guidance towards efficient completion of assigned tasks.
- Collaborates with operations at all ports to ensure that equipment is available for use or repaired and returned to operation in a timely manner.
- Provides a safe working environment in the Hilift Shop.
- Purchases parts and supplies and processes documents in the course of repairs.
- Maintains the equipment records and database on computer files
- Inputs data to the computers.
- Coordinates neighbor island port repair and maintenance schedules and requirements and provides technical assistance and preventive maintenance training as required.
- Communicates and collaborates with other departments and with HIlift Shop employees regarding equipment related topics.
- Administers the preventive maintenance program to maximize equipment availability while keeping costs to manageable levels.
- Conducts regular team meetings to share company information and provide a vehicle for information exchange.
- Conducts regular safety meetings to share safety issues and concerns. Communicates information to other departments.
- Conducts coaching sessions where needed to improve employee performance.
- Trains, advises, and renders technical assistance to maintenance personnel and obtains outside technical assistance as required.
- Maintains equipment cost database in PC computer to ensure compliance with equipment repair budget.
- Visits neighbor island port operations to inspect mobile equipment and to supervise the repair and maintenance program provided by sub-contractors.
- Effectively communicates regional goals and objectives.
- Provides direction and leadership to achieve company Core Values, Mission and Safety Vision.
- Processes employee evaluations in a timely manner.
- Directs, motivates and develops employees for maximum performance.
- Performs special duties and other projects as assigned.
- Adheres to all company policies.
- Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: BS in Mechanical Engineering or 3 years direct, supervisory experience in forklift and industrial equipment maintenance and repair preferred. A history of effective leadership, administrative, and organizational skills with excellent judgment will also be considered. Supporting accomplishments required.
Foss Maritime Company is an Equal Opportunity - Affirmative Action Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Foss is a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Foss Maritime Company is an Equal Opportunity - Affirmative Action Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Foss is a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.