Drive Your Career Forward — Join Us as a Fleet Operations Manager!
Are you an experienced fleet professional ready for your next big opportunity? We’re seeking a dynamic Fleet Operations Manager to lead the charge in managing the lifecycle of heavy trucks, equipment, and vehicles — from acquisition to retirement.
If you bring:
5+ years of fleet management experience,
2+ years in a supervisory role, and
A Bachelor’s degree,
…then you could be exactly who we’re looking for.
This is your chance to step into a leadership role where your expertise will shape operations and improve performance across the board. If you're driven, strategic, and ready to make a real impact — apply now and help steer our fleet toward the future!!
Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives:
3% COLA effective July 1, 2025
3% COLA effective July 1, 2026
2.5% Education Incentive (bachelor's degree)
5% Education Incentive (master's degree)
The Fleet Manager is responsible to plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Fleet Management Services Division, including budget development and administration, revenue forecasting, as well as the procurement, utilization, repair, operations, cost allocation, fueling, maintenance, and disposition of all City vehicles and equipment, including heavy and specialized equipment; to coordinate services and activities with other divisions, departments, private sector businesses, and the public; and to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Senior Public Works Manager.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The Supplemental Questionnaire is the Training and Experience Exam (Weighted 100%). In addition to the City of Modesto employment application, applicants must complete and submit onlineresponses to the supplemental questionnaire. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this position. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note:- Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
- Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
- A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
- Any work experience described in your supplemental question answers MUST also be found under Work Experience on your application.
The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. Apply online at www.modestogov.com.Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Plan, organize, and direct Fleet Management Services Division and Parking Services Division activities, including the maintenance, tracking, and purchase of fee collection equipment and City vehicles and equipment.
Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of divisional work plans; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
Prepare the Fleet Management Services Division and Parking Services Division budgets; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved budgets.
Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of Divisions.
Develop and implement plans to meet environmental goals, including introduction and evaluation of alternative fueled vehicles.
Initiate new and innovative maintenance programs to improve service to internal and external customers.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations for the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and storage, handling, and usage of hazardous materials and hazardous waste.
Ensure efficient equipment use, including training for equipment operators.
Analyze and monitor vehicle expenditures for all City departments making recommendations regarding the use and purchase of new vehicles.
Develop and administer a vehicle abuse control program and a vehicle collision prevention program; analyze and monitor equipment lifecycle costs; establish equipment replacement criteria.
Develop proposals for, and recommend improvements to, fleet maintenance facilities and parking service operations.
Develop equipment specifications in cooperation with equipment users.
Develop, oversee, and direct equipment motor pool operations; analyze, develop, and implement appropriate equipment charge rates.
Represent the divisions and department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside and community professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary.
Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City, employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
Marginal Functions:
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of fleet and automotive repair shop management for automotive, heavy equipment, and buses.
Fleet procurement, charge back systems, utilization, and operational management.
Principles and practices of parking lot operations, fee collection, ticketing, traffic control, safety, and the operation, repair, and maintenance of parking control equipment
Current trends and technological developments pertaining to procurement, including technical equipment specifications, utilization, operation, budget, cost allocation, use of alternative fuels, and fueling maintenance.
Applicable business practices, including systems analysis, computer utilization, financial record keeping, and management.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations.
Principles and practices of organizational and research analysis and management.
Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring, internal service and enterprise fund structure, long term forecasting, and cost analysis.
Contract development and service negotiations.
Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, conflict resolution, and organizational dynamics.
Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to:
Organize, implement, and direct the Fleet Services Division and the Parking Services Division operations and activities.
Implement vehicle replacement policies and develop and manage a preventative maintenance program.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
Interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, local, and department policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget.
Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
Supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in administering a fleet management operation involving the purchase, replacement, maintenance, and disposition of heavy trucks, equipment, and passenger vehicles, including two years of supervisory responsibility.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, or a related field is desirable.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Some positions may be assigned to remote locations. Some duties involve working in a shop environment requiring eye and ear protection. Positions require occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel.
