Salary : $65,634.00 - $127,500.00 Annually
Location : Millersville, MD
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 08766
Department: Central Services
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Description This is responsible technical and supervisory work in directing the repair and maintenance of automotive and other motor equipment.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Work involves responsibility for the efficient repair and maintenance of automotive, heavy road equipment, and related machines by managing a county garage. Work includes supervising a number of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled personnel and maintaining appropriate records and reports. Assignments are received in the form of work requests or reports on defective operation of equipment; the incumbent is responsible for scheduling workflow through the shop and seeing it through to completion. Work is performed with considerable technical independence but within the framework of established administrative policies and procedures. Work is subject to review through the evaluation of complaints and comments of departments and personnel receiving service.
Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in the class.)
Manages a county garage; plans, organizes, assigns, and schedules repair and maintenance work for automobiles, trucks, heavy road equipment, firefighting equipment, and related equipment; diagnoses defects in equipment.
Inspects and tests some of the completed jobs; reviews labor and materials costs; writes specifications for purchase of equipment; reviews and checks for conformance to specifications in equipment purchased.
Trains and instructs personnel in shop work practices and procedures; keeps necessary personnel and equipment records; establishes equipment maintenance operating and related records.
Inspects damaged vehicles; initiates action to obtain accident reports, repair estimates, repair the damage and prepare necessary reports.
Identifies equipment and materials that meet the criteria for sale or disposal; takes action to comply with established procedures.
Establishes shop operating policies and procedures; recommends improvements in services and administrative procedures to superiors.
Closes-out work orders in the appropriate County database and ensures input reflects accurate record keeping.
Coordinates a variety of actions related to vehicle replacement, including the timely input of new vehicle numbers into the appropriate database, and coordinating with the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration for new vehicle tags and titles.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools, and equipment of the automotive mechanic trade.
Thorough knowledge of the principles of operation of gasoline and diesel driven equipment, and of mechanical repair methods applicable to heavy trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions during the use and disposal of hazardous materials.
Considerable knowledge of electronic testing equipment and computerized instrumentation.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and supervise the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled automotive maintenance and repair personnel.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to recognize skills deficiencies in employees and recommend appropriate training.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, departmental officials, and the public.
Minimum Qualifications - Graduation from high school or vocational school
- Two (2) or more years of experience of progressive responsibility in the maintenance and repair of automotive, heavy road, and specialized equipment, including two (2) or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity
- A valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with experience in fleet maintenance management operations, vehicle maintenance systems, customer service, and safety and technical training programs.
- Medical/Health Insurance Plans
- BlueChoice Advantage EPO
- BlueChoice Advantage PPO
- Dental Insurance
- CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
- CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
- CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Life Insurance
- Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
- Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
- Disability Income Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
- Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
- Direct Deposit
- Credit Union
- Holidays
- Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year
- Annual Leave
- Less than 3 years - 13 days
- 3 to less than 15 years - 20 days
- 15 years or more - 26 days
- Disability Leave
- Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
- Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
- Leave Sharing
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Health Care Reimbursement
- Voluntary Benefits
- Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
- Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
- United Legal Benefits
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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS.This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
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Did you graduate from high school or vocational school?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please enter the School Name, Start Date, and End Date. Please be sure this information is also listed in the "Education" section of your application. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."
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Do you possess two (2) or more years of experience of progressive responsibility in the maintenance and repair of automotive, heavy road, and specialized equipment, including two (2) or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity?
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If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please explain your experience including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This information MUST also appear in the Work Experience section of your application. If you answered "No" to the question above, please enter "N/A."
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Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please enter the State, Number, and Class. Please be sure to also enter this information in the "Personal Information" section of your application. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."
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Do you possess experience in fleet maintenance management operations, vehicle maintenance systems, customer service, safety, and technical training programs?
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If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please explain your experience including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This information MUST also appear in the Work Experience section of your application. If you answered "No" to the question above, please enter "N/A."
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Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.
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This position is "Safety Sensitive". This means, employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. Do you understand this?
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