Equipment & Facility Manager

Job Description:

Equipment & Facility Manager

Description

This position directs and manages the maintenance and repair of the Barron County Highway Department equipment and supervises highway shop employees. Maintains all highway buildings, rental properties and supervises stockroom and purchases.

Directs the work of and manages subordinate staff. Participates in the selection of new employees. Provides training and instructions and ongoing training needs. Assigns tasks, reviews work and prepares performance evaluations. Provides staff coaching/counseling. Recommends employee transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, and discharge to the Commissioner.Provides training for current and new staff to keep crew abreast of best practices, process improvements, updated regulations and specifications and ensures compliance with the municipalities and state requirements.Provides leadership and management to all assigned staff. Ensures appropriate training for staff on all assigned equipment and maintains required documentation.Plans and prioritizes necessary maintenance, and repair in accordance with Department policies. Ensures all work is completed accurately and timely. Secures supplies, materials and equipment for daily work projects.Maintains all maintenance and repair documentation.Provides support to assigned crew and acts as a resource for alternatives and suggestions. Makes critical decisions affecting the outcome of the assigned work and project completion. Inspects work for quality control, safety and material usage and costs where applicable. Communicates status and concerns of projects, assignments and crew members to Commissioner.Prepares daily work reports involving the materials inventory, cost, status of assigned projects and inspections, crew updates and accidents as necessary and directed.Orders parts and equipment as needed in preparation for upcoming assignments and projects.Prepare specifications and reviews responses for purchase orders to ensure quality equipment, parts and supplies are available for purchase within reasonable time frames at the best value for the County.Oversees fuel program. Ensures that fuel will be billed to correct department. Maintainsfuel and tank records for compliance.Oversees stock room and inventory. Ensures proper inventory is maintained.Preparesnew equipment purchase specifications.Review bids on equipment and make effective recommendations regarding the same. Inspects new equipment to ensure it meets required specifications.Monitors expenditures and approves purchase requests within assigned area of authority. Provides service to customers by answering questions, providing information, making referrals and assuring appropriate follow-through and/or resolution.Assists in preparation of the department budget as it relates to highway operations; monitors and tracks budgets as well as project budgets; monitors unit costs of Maintenance. Authorizes expenditures for activities, uniforms, equipment, staff, or other operational needs. Participates in long- and short-range departmental planning, reviews progress, and reports results.Reviews, verifies and assists in coding timecards, crew reports, invoices, requisitions and County accident repair costs.Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all County safety regulations; ensures equipment is safely operated and driving laws are obeyed; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting, investigating, and follow-up of equipment incidents, or personal injuries. May investigate incidents as assigned.Coordinates work needs with other management personnel.Other duties as assigned.

• Associates Degree in Automotive Service Technology, diesel mechanics, or related field.
• Five years’ experience in mechanics.
• Three (3) years previous supervisory experience.
• Valid Class B CDL.
• Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test.
• Experience as a supervisor or manager is preferred.

• Knowledge of computerized diagnostic hardware and software.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and necessary safely precautions.
• Knowledge of the County and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, state, and federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques.
• Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.
• Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
• Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to develop department goals and objectives.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents.
• Ability to prepare, recommend and monitor an operating budget, including line item budgeting.
• Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures of the County.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; federal, state, and local regulations.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory practices & principles, including the ability to make final employment recommendations, preparing performance evaluations, managing time off, and maintaining personnel records.
• Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
• Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
• Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
• Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications consistent for this position.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
• Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provision of Open Records laws and other applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

Barron County values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offers a very competitive benefit package prioritizing work-life balance and along with stable employment and supportive work environment!
* Wisconsin Retirement System (6.9% Employer match; 6.9% Employee pre-tax contribution - Higher rates for Protective/Law Enforcement)
* Paid leaves upon hire (104 hrs vacation; 11 paid holidays; 8 hrs of sick leave per mo)
* Health insurance with option to enroll in a Health Savings Account ($50/mo-single plan/ $100/mo-family plan). Effective 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.Non-Embedded in-network Deductible of $2,000/Single & $4,000/Family. Deductible must be met before insurance applies. Out-of-pocket max: $3,500S-$7,000F. Prescription drug savings program offering zero costs for eligible prescription drugs. Optionto sell up to 96 hrs Sick Leave and/or Vacation into HSA during open enrollment.
* Dental insurance
* Life insurance (County pays $5/mo towards Basic plan)
* If working night shift - receive an additional $0.75 per hour
* Flexible spending account
* Deferred Compensation Programs
* Employee Achievement Program
* Paid Parental leave
* Potential for telework opportunities (varies by department/position)
* Whole Life Insurance plan
* Eligibility for Student Loan Repayment program throughPublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF)
* Recognition Program
* Annual Training Day & Lunch
* Annual Employee Milestone Recognition Lunch
* On-site Blood Drives (paid 1 hour to donate blood)
* 15% Verizon Wireless cell-phone discount
* On-site food truck vendors during summer months
* Ed-Vest College Savings plan
* Supportive work environment and culture
* Opportunities for growth and advancement
* Meaningful and impactful work for the betterment of our community

Closing Date/Time: 12/7/2025 4:00 PM Central

Salary:

$80,745.60 - $106,496.00 Annually