Fleet Services Specialist

Salary is just one component of FPUA's excellent total compensation package. Â As an organization, one of our top priorities is to maintain the health and wellbeing of our employees and their families. Â To achieve this goal, we offer market leading benefits as summarized under the "Benefits" tab above the Description within this job posting. The salary range shown represents the minimum to midpoint salary for this position. The actual salary offered will depend on qualifications and experience. Â

Responsible for the administration, management and light-duty vehicle maintenance of fleet vehicles. Â This includes but is not limited to monitoring fleet usage, scheduling maintenance and repairs, procurement and disposal of fleet vehilces. Â Ensure fleet garage has adequate inventory levels of consummables to permit efficient maintenance operations. This position requires considerable initiative and sound independent judgment and will report directly to the Purchasing + Supply Chain Manager.

(NOTE: There are also secondary functions, which the employee will be required to perform.)

- Utilize fleet maintenance and management software to monitor fleet.

- Schedule preventative maintenance and/or repair activities for onsite work and/or third party repair centers.

- Arrange for servicing and transportation of vehicles and equipment with outside vendors, and maintains records of related invoices.

- Analyze automotive equipment malfunctions to determine required repairs, maintenance, or other possible courses of action.

- Track equipment maintenance and repair service history using computer system and applications to determine costs effectiveness and makes appropriate recommendations.

- Performs light-duty mechanic activities such as oil changes, vehicle safety inspections, battery changes, fluid top-offs, etc.

- Supports diesel mechanic as needed.

- Administers the sale of FPUA surplus fleet assets.

- Monitors inventory levels of consumable supplies in fleet garage, orders as needed.

- Ensures compliance with all FDEP rules associated with garage operations, (i.e. used oil, used oil filters, etc.)

- Review fleet-related invoices for accuracy, resolve discrepancies and approve for payment.

- Performs other tasks or duties as required.

Secondary Job Functions

- Maintain Fleet Database

- Installing strobes, light bars, radios, toolboxes, etc. in new or used vehicles.

- Decommission vehicles to be sold or auctioned by removing lightbars, tool boxes, FPUA signage, etc.

High school diploma or possession of a GED certificate. Graduation from an accredited trade school or similar specializing in automotive mechanics with a minimum of five (5) years experience as an automotive mechanic. Working knowledge of personal computers including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word & Excel). When considering new job applicants, a comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted in lieu of some of the minimum qualifications.

Must possess

Ability to incorporate and employ on a continuous basis the ability and willingness to initiate change, solve problems, take pride in and accept accountability for your work and your workplace.

Knowledge & experience in maintenance, diagnosis & repair of gas-powered light vehicles.

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and standard practices of the automotive & diesel mechanic trade.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of heavy equipment garage operations.

Ability to professionally communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to understand and follow moderately complex written and/or oral instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.

Ability to keep a clean, orderly, safe, efficient garage and operation

Ability to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned.

Ability to regularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work schedule.

Skilled in adapting to a changing work environment, competing demands and ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Skilled in working independently and following through with assignments with minimal direction.

Must demonstrate good communication skills, telephone etiquette, and excellent customer service skills for both inside and outside customers.

Will be subject to random drug testing per DOT regulations and FPUA rules.