Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 02-08-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST
Application and Special Instructions
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit an updated resume at the time of application. Applications received that do not contain an attached resume will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process. Resumes received after the application closing date will not be considered.
INTERVIEW INFORMATION:
In person interviews will be held the week of February 16, 2026.
Recruiter contact information: If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Rucker at GSD_HR@tucsonaz.gov.
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary:
The Fleet Equipment Specialist position at the City of Tucson’s General Services Department collaborates with and supports all city departments by developing technical specifications, acquiring and up fitting city vehicles and related equipment, as well as testing for safety and regulatory compliance.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Fleet Administrator. This position leads and instructs the daily operational work of fleet services personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborates with departments to create and review vehicle, equipment, and upfit bid specifications. Researches new vehicles, technology and equipment available to purchase, that will meet operational needs and fill replacement requests.
Compares specifications such as engine type, towing capacity, speed rating, performance cab and chassis configurations, lighting components and patrol vehicle upfit components. Evaluates compared options and ensures vehicle acquisition is based on the research conducted and the departments needs.
Purchases, tracks, and coordinates various rolling stock units for the large fleet. Verifies and approves invoices, purchase orders (POs) and dealership paperwork for title and registration. Introduces new units into operation and service, manages warranty, and finalizes new contracts associated with vehicle acquisition.
Inputs and documents units into asset management systems for maintenance and repair, including warranty, emissions, and fuel usage. Inspects new vehicles, ensuring the completion of unit delivery to identify and resolve specification issues. Verifies compliance of equipment and vehicles with state and federal motor carrier regulations for every build.
Ensures compliance of preventative maintenance to maintain vendor warranty of vehicles. Creates maintenance program in asset management systems for new vehicles and equipment, to be completed by the fleet services technicians. Reviews and analyzes vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair history to prevent problem recurrence and to make changes to the preventative maintenance schedule.
Reviews workloads and provides direction when delegating tasks. Communicates and listens to feedback from team members. Trains, guides, and coaches employees and provides input to supervisory staff for performance evaluations.
Designs tests for new technology and collaborates with the fleet services shop to assess these innovations; performs testing on new technology and other enhancements as assigned. Meets with vendors at various locations throughout the city to inspect potential new vehicles, attend meetings about new technology, vehicles and equipment, and to collect purchased units.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working conditions as follows:
Work schedule may require early morning, late evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Often works under the following conditions: Indoor and outdoor work with some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.).
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Work Experience: Three (3) years of relevant experience.
Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License – Arizona Department of Transportation – Motor Vehicle Division
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in Automotive repair and service, purchasing.
Demonstrated experience in developing vehicle/equipment specifications for a municipal fleet.
Demonstrated experience with designing and evaluating preventative maintenance programs for a varied fleet.
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical components, industry specifications and standards.
Demonstrated experience tracking/reporting on vehicles/equipment.
Demonstrated experience in a fleet repair shop with 2000+ pieces of equipment.
Work experience in quality control.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J5343 - Fleet Equipment Specialist
To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.
Compensation Grade
G107
Hourly Range
$26.57 - 39.86 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
General Services Department
Department Link
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Environmental-and-General-Services
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.
