Fleet Services Technician Lead
Salary
$6,120.00 - $7,788.00 Monthly
Location
Redmond, OR
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
40052
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
06/22/2026
Closing Date
7/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Purpose of Position
(This recruitment is a part of the Fleet Services Technician series is to fill two open positions within the Fleet Services team in the Public Works Department. To be considered qualified, an applicant must meet the minimum requirements for this position, or one of three levels of the Fleet Service Technician positions that are also posted.)
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
An employee in this class is responsible for the timely scheduling and completion of maintenance and repair of all city vehicles and equipment. Work is under the general supervision of the Fleet Services Manager who primarily reviews work through results obtained. Oversees employees assigned to the Fleet Services Division.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change or unexpected events; changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Attendance & Punctuality - Consistently at work and on time: arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Cost Consciousness - Works within the approved budget; conserves organizational resources.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; understands and applies the principles of quality customer service; responds to customer needs and requests for service and assistance; solicits customer feedback to improve service.
Dependability - Follows instructions and responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes and supports a harassment-free environment.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on cooperatively resolving conflict; maintains confidentiality; actively listens to others without interrupting; conveys a positive image of the City and its services; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others; ideas and tries new things.
Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgement; supports and explains the reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Oral Communication - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organizational goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Organizational Support - Speaks clearly and persuasively; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; demonstrates group presentation skills.
Planning & Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time resources efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of status or position; inspires respect and trust; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics; works well in group problem-solving situations.
Safety and Security - Observes and ensures others observe safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses and ensures others use equipment and materials properly.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectively and openness to others views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyones efforts to succeed.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively and accurately; able to read and interpret written information.
Essential Job Functions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assist the Fleet Services Manager by coordinating and overseeing the work of the vehicle maintenance crew. Coordinates the responsibilities of the crew which performs the repair, maintenance, and renovation of equipment and vehicles owned by the City. Duties involve planning and assigning work and providing input to the Fleet Services Manager on employee performance. This position may assist in invoice payment and record keeping activities related to the Shop. Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the crew and performs similar work assigned to the crew including scheduled and unscheduled equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair.
Coordinates the work of subordinate employees to accomplish timely maintenance of city vehicles and equipment.
Prepares employee work schedule. Initiates and oversees needed purchases / procurements.
Reviews daily operation and maintenance reports. Operates, troubleshoots, and trains others in the use of computer information systems.
Maintains parts inventories and orders. Maintains records, prepares reports and other specialized maintenance records of equipment and mechanical equipment.
Consults with higher level managers, vendors, and subordinates regarding major fleet equipment related problems and needs. Interacts with contractors, vendors, and customers.
Attends meetings and may serve on interview/screening panels providing input to hiring authority. Assists Fleet Services Manager with Shop cost accounting and shop rate calculations. Assists in building the annual budget.
Operates a motor vehicle regularly to attend meetings, trainings, equipment maintenance, and other situations when necessary.
Assists with customer relations issues with all Departments, serving as the Fleet Services Manager representative in his/her absence.
May assist with writing and evaluating contracts by drafting bid specifications and soliciting bids for equipment purchase in accordance with City, State, and Federal rules and regulations. Research latest industry related, or fleet management software and advise management for use in budgeting and purchasing.
Drives vehicles and equipment within the shop and surrounding area to repair and test without necessarily being able to operate the related machinery.
Operates a wide variety of manual, power, and electronic tools to perform duties.
Assists Fleet Services Manager in providing vehicle purchasing, research, and bidding services as needed.
Works for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions; understands and follows verbal and written instructions; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the public.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIRMENTS:
Mandatory Requirements:
High school diploma or GED equivalent plus eight (8) years specialized training in mechanics, maintenance management, or a closely related field, and supervisory experience and/or training; or any equivalent combination of education and experience required to perform the described duties.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics; considerable knowledge of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, fire pumps and valves, generators, specialized energy equipment and welding; price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment. Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities. Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and tools used in modern equipment maintenance.
Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective preventive maintenance programs, policies, and procedures; Ability to maintain effective accounting procedures; Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors and the public; Ability to repair, troubleshoot and optimize performance of all equipment.
Special Requirements/Licenses:
The position requires employees to operate a motor vehicle in the course of their position. Possession of, or must obtain within thirty (30) days from date of hire, a valid Oregon driver's license.
Possession of or must obtain within six (6) months from date of hire, a valid Oregon CDL license of the required classification to operate Public Works Department vehicles and equipment.
Must have and maintain a safe driving record.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) and EVT (Emergency Vehicle Technician) certifications.
Desirable Requirements:
Fordesirablerequirements tobeconsidered,onemusthavemettheminimumrequirementsnotedabove:
First Aid and CPR certification; certifications appropriate to complete the repair and maintenance of gas and diesel engines, and Fire and Medic apparatus.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPTMENT:
PPE requirements as outlined in the position specific PPE Hazard Assessment Certification.
Work Environment
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 accommodation 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 use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds, and occasionally team-lift weights up to one hundred (100) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Operate motorized vehicles for mechanical testing purposes, power and hand tools and equipment for vehicle and mechanical system work; mechanics tools including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and other tools required for minor repairs and routine maintenance of motorized vehicles; electronic vehicle diagnostic equipment; computer, calculator, phone; copy and fax machine, mobile radio.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation 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 or in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the mechanic shop environment is usually moderate, except during certain maintenance duties when noise levels may be loud.
Employees in this position are required to work in areas or around equipment which may meet or exceed the OSHA Hearing Conservation sound level.
Employees in this position will participate in the City of Redmond Hearing Conservation Program.
Employee may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays.
This description covers the most significant essential and auxiliary duties performed but does not include other occasional work which may be similar, related to, or logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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Employer Redmond, City of (OR)
Address 411 SW 9th St.
Redmond, Oregon, 97756
Phone (541) 923-7739
Website https://www.redmondoregon.gov