Garage Foreman

Company: The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence
Location: Canton
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work – Typically 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with flexibility depending on the needs of the Agency. On-call is required for this position on a rotating basis. Qualifications - High School Diploma; Knowledge of DMV and DOT regulations pertaining to vehicle maintenance requirements; Minimum 2 years of experience in garage scheduling; Knowledge of general mechanical repairs to vehicles and possess ability to perform repairs. Must have or ability to obtain a New York State CDL License within placement into position. NY State Inspection License or the ability to obtain one. The ability to use technology and computer programs is required. Work Authorization/Security Clearance – Authorized to work in the United States. Summary/Objective - Responsible for the maintenance program for all agency vehicles to ensure safety standards are met. Includes successful passing of vehicles through New York State Inspections. Responsible to respond to emergencies and ensure procedures are followed. Management of all computer programs required for the department. Essential Functions – Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Schedule maintenance of all agency vehicles on a daily basis. Establish maintenance schedule for all Agency vehicles to ensure preventative maintenance program. Schedule vehicles for outside repairs and ensure all repairs are completed. Assist with mechanical repairs as needed. Maintain computer systems for purchases, repairs, inventory, process billing, etc. Advise Supervisor of general status and condition of all agency vehicles. Maintain a parts inventory to ensure parts are available for proper maintenance of vehicles. Establish and maintain a positive relationship with vendors when purchasing needed parts. Ensure proper maintenance of garage area, i.e., supervise clean-up and advise supervisor of needed repairs. Responsible to ensure only authorized use of garage and equipment. Coordinate with the Transportation Dept.: assignment of vehicles for field trips; vehicle replacement due to repairs; all other issues regarding vehicles Assist with data collection on fleet repairs for agency and county contracts. Supply supervisor with information on all vehicles monthly. Perform a daily safety inspection of your site(s) is conducted to minimize and address any possible safety hazards, and to ensure all equipment is being utilized safely and properly. Competencies – Excellent Communication and Technology Skills. Good Teamwork Abilities. Time Management. Ability to Lead and Direct Others. Ethical Conduct. Supervisory Responsibility – NA Travel – There is limited travel associated with this position within Jefferson and St. Lawrence Counties. Work Environment – This position regularly works within a garage environment using associated tools. Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds. Other Duties – This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully. I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs. AAP/EEO Statement – The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence has and will continue to provide all employees and applicants’ equal opportunity in the manner provided by law in all aspects of employment regardless of their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, or marital status. These individuals will be recruited, referred for hiring consideration, and employed with regard to the positive and appropriate utilization of their skills and capabilities. Qualified employees will be afforded non-discriminatory consideration for promotion and job advancement, and there will be no discrimination with regard to assignments, rates of pay, promotions, transfers, training, termination, accessibility, working conditions, and benefits.

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