Fleet Assistant

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

Job summary

Clackamas County seeks a Fleet Assistant to support fleet services by transporting vehicles, cleaning and scheduling, and performing inventory and supply tasks. You will assist staff with routine duties and help maintain accurate records in a busy public works environment.

Ideal candidates will have driving experience, familiarity with fleet services or warehouse logistics, and basic data-entry skills. This is an on-site role with a day shift and potential for growth within the Fleet Services

Qualifications

• Experience in roles where driving was essential.
• Experience in fleet services, inventory, or vehicle transport preferred.
• Experience with inventory control and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Transport vehicles and schedule/clean vehicles and equipment.
• Perform inventory and supply activities to support Fleet Services.
• Assist staff with routine tasks and data entry as needed.
• Maintain safety, accuracy and organization in yard and shop areas.

Skills

Driving experience

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Public interaction

Tools

Parts/work-order management system

Job description

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 an ahard-working, enthusiastic individual to join our Fleet Services team as aFleet 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.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The mission of the Department of Transportation and Development (DTD)is to assist residentsand businesses in creating vibrant, sustainable communities through innovative and responsive public service.

DTD is responsible for a broad range of county services involving land use planning and permitting, building permits, county code enforcement, solid waste and recycling, road construction and maintenance, surveying, plat approvals, public land corner restoration, economic development, libraries, County parks, and dog services.

Learn more about the divisions in DTD.

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.