Heavy Equipment Manager

Heavy Equipment Manager

Salary

$85,896.20 - $128,844.30 Annually

Location

1318 SE LOOP 410, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78220, TX

Job Type

4C Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01204

Department

Solid Waste Management

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for managing the maintenance and repair of City vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment at assigned service center. Working conditions are primarily inside an office and shop environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

Southeast Service Center - 1318 Southeast Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78220

Work Schedule

6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, and if necessary, counsels personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Develops goals and objectives, establishes work schedules, and implements policies and procedures. Develops quality objectives including metrics for minimizing vehicle and heavy equipment downtime.
• Administers and coordinates the leasing, maintenance and repair of the Citys vehicle fleet.
• Develops and implements a preventative maintenance schedule for vehicles and heavy equipment at assigned service centers.
• Ensures adherence to the maintenance schedule and monitors preventative maintenance and repairs performed at assigned service centers.
• Ensures that City and vendor comply with contract terms and conditions. Builds relationships with City vendors to ensure contract compliance and may inspect vendors work to ensure completion of repairs. Has full responsibility for City Contract compliance
• Recommends labor rates for maintenance and repair work on heavy equipment. Assists with budget preparation.
• Assists other City departments with the selection of large vehicles and heavy equipment. Evaluates and recommends acceptance of bids for purchase of off- road and heavy equipment.
• Evaluates and recommends annual contract bids for parts and service.
• Oversees maintenance of tools, supplies, and parts. Coordinates orders of stock and tools as needed to ensure work efficiency and effectiveness.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Eight (8) years of experience in the heavy equipment mechanic trade, including three (3) years of automotive repair shop supervisory or management experience and two (2) years as in a lead role.
• Valid Class C Texas Drivers License.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of fleet operations and procedures.
• Knowledge of fleet management principles, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment preventative maintenance and operational procedures, techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of vehicle and construction equipment utilization.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to analyze vehicle and equipment faults and modify repairs and preventative maintenance procedures to affect solutions.
• Ability to forecast the Citys vehicle and heavy equipment needs.
• Ability to direct the activities of a large number of employees
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

03

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

How man years of experience in the heavy equipment mechanic trade do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
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• 20 years or more

07

How many years of automotive repair shop supervisory or management experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
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• 5 years or more

08

How many years of experience working in an automotive repair shop in a lead role do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
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• 5 years or more

09

How many years of managerial and technical experience in solid waste management, heavy equipment, mechanics or fleet operations do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
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• 5 years or more

10

How many years of managerial and technical experience in solid waste management, heavy equipment, mechanics or fleet operations do you have?

• None
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• 5 years or more

11

Describe the size and structure of the fleet operation you currently or previously managed (number of assets, employees, and facilities). If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

12

List the types of heavy equipment trucks that you have direct experience specifying, procuring and/or maintaining. If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

13

Describe your experience handling employee relations, discipline and/or performance management. If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

14

I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge

15

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx