Fleet Manager

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and four years progressively responsible automotive/heavy equipment maintenance and repair experience including two years of supervisory experience which would include experience assisting in the formulation and/or administration of a budget and other administrative tasks; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.
A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position

Successful completion of a Level 2 criminal history background investigation prior to employment including finger printing and compliance with Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) requirements throughout the term of employment.
Salary Negotiable Depending on Qualifications 

Position Summary

This is responsible technical, supervisory and administrative work in directing fleet management, maintenance and repair of the County fleet in the Department of Public Works.

An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for the management of all phases of fleet management, maintenance and repair, including procurement procedures.

Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. 

Exudes a positive customer service focus.

Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.

Plans, directs and coordinates the comprehensive County fleet management, maintenance, repair and procurement program, develops plans for staffing and technical training, develops and prepares guides, procedures and technical instructions to ensure effective administration and utilization of the County fleet, formulates operating policies and program objectives.

Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules, issuing instructions and assigning duties, reviewing work, recommending personnel actions, conducting performance reviews, and conducting departmental training and orientation.

Directs the maintenance and repair of heavy and special purpose construction equipment, sedans, light, medium, and heavy trucks, rescue and fire equipment and miscellaneous support equipment.

Develops recommendations regarding the distribution and utilization of vehicles and equipment.

Manages the preparation and administration of contracts related to fleet acquisition, directs the administration of various contracts for sublet repair work, and directs preparation of the annual vehicle and equipment procurement list.

Directs a vehicle preventive maintenance program and supervises parts inventory management and control.

Assists with the preparation and administration of the fleet management budget.

Conducts, surveys and directs the preparation of special, periodic and annual reports.
Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties.

Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Comprehensive knowledge of management principles, practices and techniques and methods of organization relating to a fleet operation.

Comprehensive knowledge of effective personnel management principles.

Extensive knowledge of codes, ordinances, rules and regulations relating to fleet administration.

Extensive knowledge of occupational hazards, appropriate safety precautions, and methods of promoting safety among subordinates.

Considerable knowledge of construction, assembly and maintenance requirements of diversified automotive equipment.

Considerable knowledge of parts inventory management and control.

Considerable knowledge of technical characteristics and operations of diversified automotive equipment.

Knowledge of techniques, tools and equipment used to determine and accomplish vehicle maintenance and repair.

Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees.

Ability to conduct research, analyze plans, specifications and other technical material, and draw sound, objective conclusions.

Ability to organize and present recommendations effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, County officials, vendors, and the general public.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits

• Medical/Health Insurance  
• Employee Life Insurance  
• Florida Retirement System  
• Employee Assistance Program

Optional Benefits

• Dental Insurance  
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
• Deferred Retirement Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Roth IRA
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Computer Purchase Program

NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here.

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• FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.
• TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details.
• HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: 

1. New Years Day  
2. Martin Luther King Day  
3. Memorial Day  
4. Juneteenth
5. Independence Day  
6. Labor Day  
7. Veterans' Day  
8. Thanksgiving Day  
9. Friday following Thanksgiving  
10. Christmas Eve (IAFF*)  
11. Christmas Day  
12. Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)  
13. 2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees)

*IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays.

Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2.

Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

$81,099.20 - $109,574.40 Annually