DPS Department Manager 2- Training

Purpose / Description

The DPS Department Manager 2 reports to the Director of the Division of Roads Maintenance and is responsible for training temporary and permanent employees for a Commercial Driver's license, training staff on winter snow and ice operations, and training staff for various safety measures. The DPS Department Manager 2 responds to FOIA requests and ensures compliance for specific certifications.

Required Tasks

• Conduct CDL Training, general and heavy equipment training and conduct departmental equipment / safety training orientations for new employees.
• Develop and facilitate classroom and hands-on training processes for : CDL endorsements, winter maintenance operations, heavy equipment operations - including grading, ditching, material stock-piling, etc.
• Participate as a member of the Safety and Accident Review Committee.
• Assist with implementation of cross-training initiative.
• Maintain database documenting all equipment, safety and task-specific training received by Roads employees.
• Investigate and respond to FOIA requests directed from Corporation Counsel or the Division Director / Assistant Division Directors of Roads involving the Roads Division.
• Conduct snow and ice operation training for all new PSMW's in the Roads Division.
• Ride with new employees during snow and ice operations to continue real-time training.
• Train employees on Personal Protection Equipment.
• Ensure all training of confined space, aerial lift, crane (boom) truck, hi-lo (forklift), (With Safety Supervisor) torch and new equipment training is implemented and completed.
• Train staff on AED / CPR certification in coordination with Safety Supervisor.
• Ensure FMSCA compliance at Wayne County locations.
• Provide remedial driver's training when requested.
• Provide training on resetting loader parameters.
• Provide training on diesel engine regen.
• Provide training in Hazardous Material communication, Safe Lifting, Fire Safety, DPS Safety Rules and Regulations, Accident SOP and Safety Guidelines for Cold Patching Operations.
• Participate in various workgroups including Back up Truck, Equipment Review, Equipment Maintenance, Traffic Control Safety.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational / Experience Requirements

NOTE : Applicants must describe their experience operating CDL and Heavy Equipment for their application to be assessed correctly. Employee must be certified as a CDL instructor by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) within six (6) months of appointment.

The Charter County of Wayne

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities.Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

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