Fleet Equipment Specialist

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Teamsters - Local 856

Why join the Contra Costa Public Works Department?

Conta Costa County’s Public Works Department is seeking qualified individuals to fill one (1) Fleet Equipment Specialist position in the Fleet Services Division. Fleet Services supports the Contra Costa County Departments by providing safe, reliable, economical, and environmentally responsible transportation and related services that are responsive to our customers' needs. Our work directly supports the community by maintaining the vehicles equipment that keeps roads safe, running infrastructures and emergency response ready. The Fleet Equipment Specialist is responsible for serving as the liaison with automotive fleet vendors and county departments, automotive fleet and construction equipment order entry and records management, DMV processing of automotive fleet registrations and deadline vehicles, and County fuels stations.

The Contra County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost effective, safe reliable and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Dependable, reliable, and honest
• Positive, values good customer service and is value-oriented
• Effective in communication both verbally and in writing
• Works well with a team or individuals, and organized
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic about their work and accountable
• Patient with others and seeks to resolve challenges in a positive manner
• Strong in attention to details with paperwork, reports and compliance documentation

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Developing and maintaining records for the County’s automotive fleet and construction equipment
• Preparing all necessary paperwork and documentation for insurance claims, working with Risk Management, accident reports, and DMV registrations
• Keeping detailed records and notes
• Assisting with automotive fleet and construction equipment order entry
• Fuel cards issuance and fuel stations maintenance

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Great work-life balance: alternate 4/10 work schedule
• You will be part of a collaborative team where teamwork is highly encouraged and supported
• You will work in a supportive environment with a caring administration team
• Award-winning best 100 Fleet organization

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Adapting to a new work schedule
• Managing high workload with urgent priorities
• Maintaining effective communication and coordination
• Balancing preventative and reactive tasks
• Working with limited resources at times

Competencies Required:

• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Safety focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Political & Organizational Savvy: Working skillfully with politics, procedures, and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
License Required: Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator's license. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the applicant process.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate.

Experience: Two years of full-time experience or the equivalent to full-time experience maintaining records for automotive and construction equipment or working in a vehicle service center handling customer vehicle complaints and scheduling vehicles for service repair.

Desirable qualifications:

• Experience with vehicle and/or construction equipment procurement processes, including purchase order preparation and processing.
• Experience performing or coordinating preventative maintenance for automotive and construction equipment.
• Experience using fleet asset management systems to track, manage, and maintain fleet operations and equipment records.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 6/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

• 925-655-2100

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