Airport Fleet Services Manager

SupportFinity™; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SupportFinity™ is seeking an Airport Fleet Services Manager to oversee the operation and maintenance of the Port of Portland’s fleet. This leadership role involves directing the maintenance shop, supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing sustainable practices.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing large fleets, hold a relevant degree, and demonstrate knowledge in vehicle lifecycle management. The position offers opportunities to lead capital projects and improve fleet efficiency.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience managing maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Experience with a large, diversified fleet including emergency-type vehicles.
• Successful clearance of a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Manage the vehicle maintenance team with supervision and coaching.
• Oversee daily fleet operations including scheduling and preventive maintenance.
• Prepare vehicle specifications and inform procurement decisions.

Skills

Vehicle lifecycle management

Preventive maintenance practices

DOT compliance requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Airport Fleet Services Manager

The Airport Fleet Services Manager oversees the operation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of the Port of Portland’s full portfolio of equipment and vehicles. In this leadership role, the manager directs the fleet maintenance shop, supervises administrative staff and represented mechanics, ensures regulatory compliance, and implements best practices for vehicle reliability, safety, and cost‑efficiency while expanding alternative fuel technology to meet sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the vehicle maintenance team, including a Maintenance Planner and craft journeymen, providing supervision, coaching, and approving work plans and schedules.
• Develop and implement work processes that support world‑class maintenance and the Aviation Business Plan.
• Oversee daily fleet operations: scheduling, dispatching, preventive maintenance, and tracking maintenance events, labor hours, and parts usage.
• Monitor fleet health using telematics and GPS data for diagnostics, mileage, and location.
• Prepare vehicle specifications, perform life‑cycle cost analyses, and inform procurement decisions including lease versus buy options and vehicle selection.
• Lead capital projects: develop work scope and justifications, negotiate contracts, act as project manager ensuring compliance with legal requirements and Port policies, commission new equipment, and close out contracts and project documents.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Five (5) or more years of experience managing the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of vehicles and equipment.
• Experience managing a large, diversified fleet (300+ vehicles or heavy equipment) including emergency‑type vehicles.
• Experience managing large fleet procurement and replacement programs.
• Preferred certification in CAFM or CPFP.
• Successful clearance of a pre‑employment background check.
• Valid driver’s license and MVR clearance.
• Drug‑screen clearance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced experience in vehicle lifecycle management and preventive maintenance practices.
• Advanced knowledge of large, complex fleet operations and equipment maintenance.
• Advanced knowledge of DOT compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in standard procurement theory, principles, and practices.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Port of Portland is a dedicated equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and comply with all state, federal, and local laws. We affirm our commitment to nondiscrimination.

Veterans Preference

Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may receive veteran’s preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. Veterans should provide qualifying documents during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing

Background checks and drug tests will be conducted for positions where required by regulation or for safety‑sensitive roles.

ADA Accommodation

Accommodations will be considered for applicants with a qualifying disability. Contact Human Resources at 503‑415‑6690 or [e-mail] for assistance.