Fleet Garage Supervisor

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases over the first

Free Parking

Job summary

State of Ohio’s Fleet Garage Supervisor position at the Alum Creek Facility in Columbus is responsible for coordinating daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring proper vehicle assignment based on needs. You will develop maintenance procedures and oversee recalls and inspections to align with state requirements.

The role emphasizes leadership, inventory controls, and cross‑agency coordination within the Public Safety organization.

Qualifications

• 3 courses or 9 months of experience in record keeping/inventory control.
• 3 courses or 9 months of experience in basic auto repair or maintenance.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between ODPS divisions & the Fleet Office; Ensures vehicles are assigned based on employee needs.
• Provides direct supervision to staff.
• Formulates, creates & assigns work plans & develops procedures for conducting inventory.
• Writes new or modifies existing maintenance procedures & implements approved procedures.
• Coordinates daily operation of the central Fleet garage.
• Coordinates vehicle recalls & reviews vehicle accident reports to ensure compliance with state insurance providers; Periodically reviews preventative maintenance schedules.

Skills

Automotive

Public Safety

Public Relations

Conflict Management

Decision Making

Leading Others

Education

Record keeping / inventory control (3 courses or 9 months)

Basic auto repair or maintenance (3 courses or 9 months)

Job description

Organization

Organization: Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information : Kate Veeley | [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Unposting Date: Aug 25, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Work Location: Alum Creek Facility 1583 Alum Creek Drive Columbus 43209

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $27.73 per hour

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00am to 4:45pm

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Primary Job Skill: Automotive

Technical Skills : Basic Documentation, Inspection Principles, Automotive, Public Relations, Public Safety

Professional Skills : Conflict Management, Decision Making, Delegation, Leading Others

Agency Overview

Ohio State Highway Patrol is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.

Ohio Department of Public Safety – The Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report in Location: 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus 43209

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
• Free Parking!

What You\'ll Do as a Fleet Garage Supervisor

• Acts as liaison between ODPS divisions & the Fleet Office; Ensures vehicles are assigned based on employee needs.
• Provides direct supervision to staff.
• Formulates, creates & assigns work plans & develops procedures for conducting inventory.
• Writes new or modifies existing maintenance procedures & implements approved procedures.
• Coordinates daily operation of the central Fleet garage.
• Coordinates vehicle recalls & reviews vehicle accident reports to ensure compliance with state insurance providers; Periodically reviews preventative maintenance schedules.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in record keeping/inventory control;

AND 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in basic auto repair or maintenance.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

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Job Skills: Automotive

Supplemental Information

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May be exposed to dirt, dust or occasional loud noise.

Background Check Information

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.