Fleet Assistant

Clackamas County; Oregon City (OR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERS/OPSRP

Vacation and sick time

Health benefits

Employee wellness

Job summary

Clackamas County is seeking a Fleet Assistant to support Fleet Services by handling vehicle and parts inventory tasks, transporting vehicles, scheduling and cleaning, and assisting staff with routine duties.

The role emphasizes driving responsibilities, data entry, and inventory control in a county fleet setting with on-site work in Oregon City. This is a full‑time position with a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in position(s) where driving was an essential function.
• Experience in fleet services, parts inventory, vehicle transport, or warehouse/logistics.
• Experience with accurate data entry skills.
• Experience with inventory/supply control or parts/work-order systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle and parts inventory-related tasks to support Fleet Services.
• Transport vehicles and assist with vehicle scheduling and cleaning.
• Assist staff with routine tasks and inventory/supply activities.
• Support fleet operations by maintaining orderly records and processes.

Skills

Driving experience

Job description

CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

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CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.

Compensation

Annual Pay Range: $45,573.14 - $56,941.44

Hourly Pay Range: $21.910164 - $27.375694 Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Job Details And Qualifications

• Do you enjoy working both indoors and outdoors, and being in a role where no two days are the same?
• Do you want to be part of a team that supports first responders, maintenance, and public works by keeping vehicles and equipment ready and reliable?
• Are you detail-oriented, organized, safety-conscious, reliable, and ready to learn forklift operations, fluid checks, and vehicle transport?

If you answered “yes” to the questions above, please read on!

We are searching for a hard-working, enthusiastic individual to join our Fleet Services team as a Fleet Assistant. If selected for this position, you will be primarily responsible for performing a variety of vehicle and parts inventory-related tasks to support the Fleet Services operation, including transporting vehicles, scheduling and cleaning vehicles and equipment, performing inventory and supply activities, and assisting staff with routine tasks.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills

• Experience in position(s) where driving was an essential function

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills

• Experience working in fleet services, parts inventory, vehicle transport, or in a warehouse/logistics environment
• Experience in position(s) that required accurate data entry skills
• Experience with inventory/supply control
• Experience using a parts or work-order management system
• Experience with basic vehicle maintenance (oil changes, fluid checks, tire inspection) or detailing
• Forklift certification

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment.
• For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

TYPICAL TASKS

Please review the classification specification which includes the typical tasks of this position by clicking on the following link: Fleet Assistant .

KEY COMPETENCIES

We Are Searching For Someone Who Has

• Strong interpersonal skills that translate into the following:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work well independently, as well as having a collaborative, team-oriented approach to work
  • Strong listening & problem solving skills
  • Ability to take direction from others and follow through on tasks and assignments
  • Commitment to punctuality and good attendance record
  • Exercising tact and good judgment, especially when working with the public
  • Ability to handle a wide range of situations and circumstances effectively, positively, and professionally and to maintain composure in difficult, stressful and quickly emerging situations
  • Attention to detail

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County’s alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). This is a day shift position with the following work hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.

Please Note

• This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.
• This position is designated as "essential", which means employees MUST report to work or remain at work as scheduled or as otherwise specifically directed during inclement weather, disaster, or other natural or human-caused incidents.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties require occasional frequent standing, sitting, walking, driving, squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, grasping and fine motor control. The ability to lift up to 60 pounds, carry up to 40 pounds, and push/pull 80 pounds. Duties also involve exposure to loud noise, vibration, slippery surfaces, fumes and chemicals.

Benefits Information

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below

Generous Paid Time Off Package, Including

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
  • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
  • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see link below for additional information)

This is a full time County position represented by AFSCME.

Learn More About Benefits

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.