Public Works Supervisor - Fleet (20681707)

The City of Menlo Park is seeking a Public Works Supervisor - Fleet in the Maintenance Division of the Public Works department. The Maintenance Division provides many of the basic services that affect the daily lives of everyone who lives, works, visits and commutes within the City. The Maintenance Division provides support to all City departments and provides service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to address emergencies during non-working hours. The Maintenance Division is located in the City's Corporation Yard.

Under general direction, the Public Works Supervisor - Fleet plans, organizes, and directs a comprehensive automotive and equipment maintenance and repair program for the City; supervises and reviews the work of maintenance staff responsible for the maintenance, repair, and outfitting of vehicles and equipment; performs a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned functional area; and provides responsible technical assistance to the Assistant Public Works Director - Maintenance. Positions at this level use considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Public Works Director - Maintenance in that the latter has management responsibility for all public works maintenance services and operations of the City.

A job description, including examples of typical job functions and qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities, is available by clicking on the Job Description link.

Job Description URL:

https://www.menlopark.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/administrative-services/documents/human-resources/job-classifications/afscme/public-works-supervisor-fleet.pdf

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a Public Works Supervisor - Fleet who is committed to public service and dedicated to supporting the Menlo Park community. The ideal candidate will be an experienced fleet management professional who demonstrates strong technical expertise and the ability to lead and develop the Fleet Services team.

This individual will bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent organization, and clear, effective communication. A commitment to customer service, public safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality workmanship is essential. The ideal candidate will exercise sound judgment and initiative while managing fleet operations, supervising staff, and coordinating with internal departments and external service providers.

Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will be able to independently and effectively perform the following duties:

Supervision & Leadership

• Plan, organize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all City vehicles and equipment.
• Evaluate employee performance, provide coaching and counseling, and recommend disciplinary action when needed.
• Assist with staff selection, hiring, and promotional processes.
• Train staff in work procedures, safety practices, and proper use of tools, equipment, and materials; implement and enforce procedures and standards.

Operations & Service Management

• Monitor daily operations and activities of the equipment maintenance and repair unit.
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, efficiency, and workflow; recommend and implement process improvements.
• Plan and coordinate fleet maintenance projects; manage inventory, supplies, parts, tools, and specialized equipment.
• Prepare specifications and procurement documents for vehicle and equipment purchases; participate in bid processes.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Manage the safe and environmentally compliant storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous waste and biowaste.
• Ensure compliance with all state and local laws; maintain accurate records and sign regulatory manifests.
• Attend mandated safety and environmental training; assist the Fire Marshal with annual inspections of facilities that store or generate hazardous materials.

Coordination & Vendor Management

• Coordinate services with other City departments and external partners, including repair shops, body and upholstery shops, dealerships, and specialty vendors.
• Inspect both in-progress and completed work by staff and contractors to ensure accuracy, proper methods, adherence to standards, and regulatory compliance.

Technical Expertise

• Perform the most complex vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair tasks.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to maintenance crews.

Fleet Planning & Budget Oversight

• Develop and implement the annual vehicle replacement plan and budget.
• Coordinate with City departments to assess needs, conduct research, evaluate proposals and bids, and dispose of retired vehicles.
• Prepare staff reports and recommendations for management and City Council review.

Fuel System & Program Management

• Purchase and manage bulk fuel used and stored by the City.
• Perform minor repairs on fuel storage and dispensing systems; oversee fuel deliveries and tank change-outs.
• Price fuel, prepare monthly billings, support internal and external customer inquiries, and maintain tax forms and required documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by vocational training or courses in automotive and/or equipment maintenance and repair.
• Two (2) years of responsible experience in heavy equipment maintenance at a level equivalent to the class of Senior Equipment Mechanic in the City of Menlo Park, or six (6) years of increasingly responsible automotive and/or heavy equipment technician experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession, or ability to obtain of a valid California Class "B" driver's license with air brakes and tanker endorsements, and passenger transport endorsement (P) for fifteen passengers or more (including driver).
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Forklift Certification issued by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) within six (6) months of employment.
• Possession of a Designated UST Operator certificate issued by the International Code council (ICC) is desirable.
• Possession of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications is desirable.
• Possession of a Welding Certificate issued by the American Welding Society (AWS) is desirable

Benefits

The City offers an excellent benefit package consisting of:

• Health Insurance: City contribution up to $2,893 per month ($3,039 per month in 2026) towards a Cafeteria Plan which can be used to purchase medical insurance and participate in a flexible spending account for health care and/or child care reimbursement
• Dental: City-paid coverage for employee and dependents
• Vision: City-paid coverage for employee and dependents
• Vacation: 88 - 176 hours of vacation leave accrual each year, depending on length of service
• Sick Leave: 96 hours of sick leave accrued each year
• Holidays: 11 official holidays; 34 hours of floating holiday time per year; 8 “Day of Reflection” hours per year in recognition of holidays of individual and community importance
• Retirement: CalPERS: For classic members 2.0% @ 60 formula. For all others, 2.0% @ 62 formula
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in City Plans.
• Life Insurance: City-paid policy equal to 1.5 times regular annual wage
• Long Term Disability: City-paid coverage
• Educational leave and tuition reimbursement
• A City-paid Caltrain GoPass. The Menlo Park campus is centrally located within walking distance from Caltrain and downtown Menlo Park.
• A City-paid BayPass. This pilot program offers employees unlimited travel for both work and personal trips on 25 Bay Area transit agencies that use the Clipper card.
• A transportation allowance program provides employees with $1.50 per day when they walk, bicycle or carpool to work at least once per week.
• Employees are provided with access to an on-site gym at no cost

For additional benefit information, visit
www.menlopark.gov
and review the City of Menlo Park and AFSCME Memorandum of Understanding.

Special Instructions

IMPORTANT: Please be sure to fill out the required City application completely, including all relevant work experience. Applications with “See Resume” as a substitution for the work experience description and/or unclear past employment information will not be considered.

Applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this announcement. Not all applications which may meet the minimum requirements will proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process. If 25 or fewer applications are received, the eligibility list will be established based on application review. If more than 26 applications are received, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an Oral Board Panel examination. All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process.

Tentative Oral/Department Panel Examinations are scheduled for the week of January 12, 2026.

An Eligibility List will be established as a result of this examination process and will be valid for a period of six (6) months. The list may be extended up to a maximum of two (2) years. The hiring department will review the Eligible List to determine which candidates will be invited to the department selection process.

The City of Menlo Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Menlo Park not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees. We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources at
jobs@menlopark.gov
prior to the closing date for accommodation requests.

Before receiving an offer of employment, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal conviction history questionnaire, DOJ fingerprinting, and an Occuscreen background check.

Applicants must be successful in all phases of the selection process to be considered for this position.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. The City will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Closing Date/Time: 12/15/2025 at 11:59pm

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