Team Lead, Fleet Services

City of Beaumont; Beaumont; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Wellness spending account

LAPP pension

Beaumont Sport Centre membership

40-hour work week

Job summary

The City of Beaumont is seeking a hands-on Team Lead, Fleet Services to direct the daily operations of our Fleet Services team and maintenance shop. You will oversee maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs across municipal vehicles and equipment, ensuring reliability and safety.

Reporting to the Manager, Utility and Facility Operations, you will lead staff, coordinate shop activities, support procurement, and contribute to long-term asset management and capital planning for a growing community in

Qualifications

• Journeyman certification as a Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician, Agricultural Equipment Technician, Automotive Mechanic Technician, or equivalent trade qualification.
• Minimum of five years in fleet management, equipment maintenance, asset management, or related field.
• Experience supervising mechanics, technicians, or fleet personnel.
• Strong knowledge of heavy‑duty equipment, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance programs.
• Experience developing or maintaining fleet asset lifecycle models and supporting long-term capital planning.
• Experience with operating budget forecasting and maintenance cost tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of Fleet Services and maintenance shop.
• Coordinate staff, workload, and shop resources to meet operational needs.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for complex mechanical issues when required.
• Oversee procurement of parts, tools, and services per city policies.
• Maintain work orders, maintenance records, and fleet management data.
• Promote health, safety and regulatory compliance within fleet operations.

Skills

Fleet management

Asset management

Leadership

Budget forecasting

Procurement

Problem solving

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Education

Public Fleet Management cert

Post-secondary ed in Business/Operations/SCM

Job description

The City of Beaumont is growing and evolving, and our Facility & Utility Operations team plays a critical role in keeping municipal services running safely, efficiently, and reliably. Located in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, Beaumont is a vibrant and growing municipality where you’ll have the opportunity to make a visible difference by supporting the vehicles and equipment that keep our community moving.

Are you a hands‑on leader with experience in fleet maintenance, heavy‑duty equipment, asset management, and team supervision? The City of Beaumont is seeking a Team Lead, Fleet Services to lead the daily operations of our Fleet Services team and maintenance shop. Reporting to the Manager, Utility and Facility Operations, you will oversee fleet maintenance and repairs, coordinate staff and shop operations, support procurement, and contribute to long‑term fleet asset management and capital planning.

If you are a skilled problem‑solver who enjoys leading a team, diagnosing complex mechanical issues, improving operational efficiency, and balancing day‑to‑day demands with long‑term planning, we want to hear from you!

What YOU’RE Responsible for:

Fleet Maintenance & Operations

• Plan, schedule, prioritize, and oversee preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs for the City’s vehicles and equipment to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate Commercial Vehicle Inspections (CVIPs) and ensure fleet maintenance programs meet manufacturer recommendations, applicable provincial requirements, and established safety standards.
• Provide hands‑on technical expertise when required, troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, and monitor recurring maintenance concerns and equipment performance trends.

Leadership & Team Supervision

• Lead, coach, mentor, and support Fleet Services staff, providing technical guidance, training, and direction to promote a productive, accountable, and safety‑focused team.
• Assign work, establish priorities, monitor workloads, and coordinate personnel, equipment, and shop resources to meet operational requirements.
• Support staff development, resolve day‑to‑day operational challenges, and foster a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and safe work practices.

Fleet Asset Management & Capital Planning

• Develop, implement, and maintain a Fleet Economic Theory of Replacement Lifecycle Model to support informed decisions regarding fleet utilization, maintenance costs, replacement timing, and overall asset performance.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of 10‑year capital renewal and growth plans, using lifecycle data, operational requirements, and financial analysis to support fleet replacement and expansion decisions.
• Monitor fleet utilization, fuel consumption, maintenance expenditures, and asset performance, and support operating budget forecasting and the identification of cost‑saving opportunities and sustainable fleet solutions.

Procurement, Inventory & Vendor Management

• Coordinate the procurement of parts, tools, equipment, shop supplies, and fleet‑related services in accordance with City policies, approved budgets, and purchasing requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels, maintain accurate records, and ensure essential parts and materials are available to support timely maintenance and repairs.
• Support business cases for vehicle and equipment acquisition, major repairs, and replacement or disposal decisions, and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and service providers.

Shop Management & Service Delivery

• Oversee the daily operation of the Fleet Services maintenance shop, including the allocation of service bays, shop space, tools, equipment, and other resources to improve workflow, safety, and productivity.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient shop environment and ensure tools, equipment, and service bays are maintained in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance records, fleet management system information, and parts inventory records, and identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes and service delivery.

Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Promote and support the implementation of the City’s Health & Safety Program, ensuring fleet activities comply with applicable occupational health and safety legislation, commercial vehicle requirements, environmental regulations, and City policies.
• Ensure staff follow safe work procedures, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and handle hazardous materials, waste, and shop fluids in accordance with established requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, identify and address workplace hazards, investigate and report incidents, and implement corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment and reliable fleet operations.

What YOU Bring:

• Journeyman certification as a Heavy‑Duty Equipment Technician, Agricultural Equipment Technician, Automotive Mechanic Technician, or an equivalent relevant trade qualification.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in fleet management, equipment maintenance, or a related field, including experience with maintenance planning, asset management, and financial planning.
• Experience supervising, leading, or coordinating mechanics, technicians, or other fleet personnel.
• Strong technical knowledge of heavy‑duty equipment and vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repair practices, and preventative maintenance programs.
• Experience developing, implementing, or maintaining fleet asset lifecycle models and supporting long‑term capital renewal and fleet replacement planning.
• Experience with operating budget forecasting, maintenance cost tracking, and the analysis of fleet utilization and performance data.
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle inspection requirements, vehicle safety standards, environmental regulations, and applicable occupational health and safety legislation.
• Experience with procurement, purchasing, inventory control, and vendor coordination
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, mechanical diagrams, schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Proficiency with fleet management software, maintenance tracking systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong leadership, coaching, team‑building, conflict resolution, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, management, vendors, and other City departments.
• A commitment to workplace safety, customer service, accountability, cost‑effective operations, and continuous improvement.

Assets:

• Public Fleet Management, Asset Management, or Maintenance Management Professional certification.
• Experience in a municipal or public‑sector environment.
• Post‑secondary education in Business Administration, Commerce, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.

As the successful candidate, you will have the ability to:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team while fostering a positive, respectful, and safety‑focused work environment.
• Balance immediate maintenance and repair needs with long‑term fleet planning, asset replacement, and budget priorities.
• Make sound operational decisions and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns, urgent repairs, and changing service demands.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, interpret technical information, and provide practical recommendations to resolve complex maintenance challenges.
• Analyze maintenance costs, equipment utilization, and lifecycle data to support informed financial and operational decisions.
• Coordinate resources, shop activities, and competing priorities in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Communicate effectively with staff, management, vendors, and internal departments to support service delivery and resolve operational issues.
• Work safely in a maintenance shop and around vehicles, heavy equipment, machinery, hazardous materials, and varying environmental conditions.
• Perform physical tasks associated with fleet maintenance and shop operations, including standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting or handling materials weighing up to approximately 23 kilograms (50 lbs.).
• Support operational requirements that may involve responding to urgent equipment issues or coordinating fleet support outside regular working hours, as required.

What WE Offer:

• A competitive salary range of $90,750.40 – $118,393.60 per annum, based on experience and qualifications
• Employer‑paid Health and Dental benefits package
• Health, Wellness & Learning Spending Account
• Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre
• Enrollment in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
• 40‑hour work week, with evening, weekend, holiday, and on‑call work required as operational needs dictate
• The opportunity to contribute to the reliable delivery of municipal services in a growing community.
• A collaborative, professional, and community‑focused team
• And an amazing team to work with!!

This is a leadership role with real impact. The City’s vehicles and equipment are essential to delivering municipal services across Beaumont, and your work will help ensure these assets remain safe, reliable, cost‑effective, and ready to serve the community. From leading daily maintenance operations to shaping long‑term fleet replacement strategies, you will play an important role in supporting the City’s operational effectiveness and future growth.

The City of Beaumont is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. This means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Any persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

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