• Fleet Manager

    City of Garden City, KS (Garden City, KS)


    Fleet Manager

     

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    Fleet Manager

     

    Salary

     

    $32.11 - $40.73 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    Garden City, KS

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-Time

     

    Job Number

     

    00559

     

    Department

     

    Public Works

     

    Division

     

    Fleet Maintenance

     

    Opening Date

     

    08/14/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    11/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

     

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    Description

    The City of Garden City is accepting applications for Fleet Manager with the Fleet Maintenance Department. This position plans, supervises, and evaluates work activities in the care and maintenance of the City’s Fleet. Responsible and reports to the Public Works Operations Manager.

     

    Examples of Duties

     

    Supervisory Status: Assists in preparing and monitoring the current year’s budget. Supervises assigns, evaluates work performed by the work crew. Accountable for Division’s performance and initiates disciplinary action when City and Departmental policies are violated.

    Principal Job Responsibilities:

    + Plans, schedules, and directs work activities involving fleet maintenance, developing specifications, and conducting fleet evaluations.

    + Supervise mechanics. Approves individual performance evaluation under City Policies and Procedures.

    + Recommends supplies and equipment purchases for division/section budget recommendations.

    + Requisitions supplies and materials.

    + Trains employees in proper work procedures and equipment operation.

    + Responds to department requests for information.

    + Administers and supports a strong, vigorous safety program.

    + Knowledge of the operation of all equipment pertaining to the City fleet.

    + Fabrication repair (welding and cutting) of equipment as necessary.

    + Prepares for and participates in work activities during snow season as required.

    + Required "on-call" duty, including storm call-outs.

    + Subject to the Department's Random Drug/Alcohol testing program.

    + Maintains equipment, vehicles, tools, supplies, facilities, and grounds.

    + May represent the City at meetings, workshops, seminars, or civic functions as requested.

    + Performs any other duties as assigned.

    Typical Qualifications

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge/Skills in locating and adjusting defects in vehicles and equipment. Knowledge of standard practices and equipment used in mechanical repair. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices and procedures. Ability to perform physical work activities in various weather conditions. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Proficient computer skills- outlook, word, excel, and experience in using computerized maintenance tracking software.

     

    Education, Certification, and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Vocational school coursework or diploma preferred over three years of mechanical experience required plus one year of supervisory experience. Valid Kansas driver's license required. A Kansas Class B CDL driver’s license is required within six months from the date of employment. Applicant must make available drug testing history and pass a drug test.

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    Environment: Work is performed in all types of weather. The majority of work is performed indoors. Work may also be performed outdoors, i.e., moderate to extreme cold and heat, snow, rain, hail, sleet, high and gusting winds, dust, and dry conditions. Surfaces: Includes, but is not limited to concrete, dirt, sand, gravel, asphalt, grass, and wood.

     

    Physical Characteristics: Includes, but is not limited to, bend, kneel, push, pull, reach, hold, stand, walk, jump, sit, drive, and ability to lift up to a maximum of 100 pounds and frequently lift and carry 75-100 pounds.

     

    The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include:

     

    + Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

    + The Standard Life Insurance

    + Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F)

    + Wellness Program

    + Paid Leave

    + Employee Recognition Plan

    + Years of Service Bonuses

    + Performance Evaluations

    + Employee Assistance Program

     

    Employer

     

    City of Garden City (KS)

     

    Address

     

    301 N. 8th Street Garden City, Kansas, 67846

     

    Phone

     

    620-276-1175

     

    Website

     

    https://www.garden-city.org/

     

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