THIS WORK MATTERS!
The Department of County Assets (DCA) has an opening for a Fleet Maintenance Supervisor to provide leadership and guidance to our diverse team of fleet maintenance employees. At DCA we believe it is our mission to ensure that those who serve the community have what they need to provide excellent services. We do this by cultivating a culture of safety, trust, and belonging through stewardship, equity, innovation and collaboration.
If you feel called to help enact our vision of a thriving community built on information, spaces, and services for everyone, we welcome you to read more about this open position below.
OVERVIEW:
The Unit:
Fleet Services is a dynamic unit aligning itself with emerging industry trends to serve the public. The goal of our program is to ensure vehicles are safe for drivers and passengers, are available and have the equipment needed to provide critical services in the community, and support a climate resilient community through the reduction of fossil fuel dependency.
The Position:
The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, under the guidance of the Fleet Manager, will lead all aspects of Fleet shop operations and personnel. This includes setting priorities, providing direction and support to staff, managing workflow and quality control, and nurturing a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees, minimizing bias by creating inclusive processes, and actively seeking professional development opportunities in equity and diversity to further strengthen our workplace culture.
The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor takes ownership of functions related (but not limited) to:
- Shop Safety and Supervision
- Managing and Evaluating Current Operations
- Planning Initiatives and Improvements.
- Collaborating with internal and external partners.
- Assisting with budget development and monitoring.
Job duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited) to:
- Lead and develop a team through hiring, onboarding, training, troubleshooting, professional development, feedback, and performance evaluation.
- Supervise the day to day shop operations of eight (8) fleet maintenance, body shop, and inventory specialist personnel.
- Develop inclusive standard operating procedures and checklists for shop operations and vehicle operators based on best practices.
- Ensure quality diagnosis, inspection, repair, and maintenance of 800+ fleet assets, including light, medium, and heavy duty vehicles, trucks, and equipment.
- Supervise parts requisition and issuance activities; ensure timely, accurate inventory tracking.
- Assist with vehicle and equipment specification development.
- Review asset lifecycles and recommend data-driven replacement cycle updates.
- Design and administer comprehensive preventive maintenance programs that reflect innovations in the fleet industry and maximize safety and value.
- Monitor supplier performance and oversee quality assurance activities.
- Determine and monitor key performance indicators and data that support budget development, shop performance, and County initiatives.
- Input data into fleet management system and audit work order coding for accuracy.
- Collaborate with Risk Management and Environmental Health & Safety teams to deliver policies and procedures that reinforce safety plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect workers and vehicle users.
- Ensure that shop equipment and tools are in good working order, shop, warehouse, and parking areas are free of hazards, and staff have appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Track evolving regulations, analyze for impacts, and recommend actions to navigate change.
- Model skills and behaviors that create inclusive workplace culture that aligns with the County' s Core Competencies.
- Assist the Fleet Manager with coverage and other duties as assigned.
TO QUALIFY:
Multnomah County practices a holistic view of experience and we encourage you to apply if you believe you can succeed in the position. We will consider any combination of technical skill and experience transferable to the position, including those gained from education, extracurricular activities, volunteering, internships, military service and lived experience.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Qualifying candidates will demonstrate experience and skills equivalent to at least five years of training and/or experience, for example:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three (3) years of experience demonstrating fleet maintenance knowledge, particularly the inspection and repair of heavy duty vehicles and equipment.
- Two (2) years of experience as a supervisor or lead worker that includes team management experience in any fleet trade.
This position also requires:
- Possession of a Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to pass a background check upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
These are not required qualifications, but may be utilized to identify top candidates for the position:
- Experience working in a union environment
- Direct supervisor experience
- Possession of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification
- Demonstrated experience with public sector fleet operations
- Knowledge of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicle systems.
- Promotes equity and fosters a more inclusive workplace.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION:
The Selection Process:
For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process.
For this recruitment we expect to evaluate candidates as follows:
- Review: Initial review of minimum qualifications.
- Assessment: Application evaluation to identify top candidates.
- Interview: Consideration of most qualified candidates.
- Checks: References, Education, Background
The Application Packet:
Your application packet must be complete for consideration. Missing any of the required documents constitutes an incomplete application and could disqualify you from consideration.
Please submit all of the materials below for consideration:
- Online Application: Complete and submitted by the closing date.
- Resume: Detailing years of experience and description of duties.
- REQUIRED Cover Letter: Expanding on your interest, how your background aligns with the position, and how you would be successful.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.