Fleet Operations & Maintenance Manager

Sarasota; Sarasota, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sarasota invites applications for a Manager of Fleet Services. This leadership role oversees the city’s fleet operations, directs maintenance programs, budgets, and replacement planning, and supervises assigned staff to ensure safe, reliable equipment across departments.

Ideal candidates will have eight years as a qualified mechanic, three years in supervisory roles, and a Fleet Equipment Manager certification (or the ability to obtain within one year); a Florida CDL or the ability

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Eight years' experience as a fully qualified journeyworker mechanic.
• Three years of supervisory experience required.
• Fleet Equipment Manager certification or must obtain within one year of hire.
• Florida Commercial Driver License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the overall operation of the City’s Fleet Services, equipment, and related assets.
• Establish and maintain preventative maintenance programs for fleet equipment.
• Assist in planning and implementing operating budgets and replacement schedules.
• Plan, organize, direct, supervise and evaluate subordinate staff performance.
• Prepare and present reports on maintenance, labor, budget and fleet status.
• Coordinate with other departments and external agencies on fleet needs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fleet maintenance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Sarasota invites applications for a Manager of Fleet Services. This leadership role oversees the city’s fleet operations, directs maintenance programs, budgets, and replacement planning, and supervises assigned staff to ensure safe, reliable equipment across departments.

Ideal candidates will have eight years as a qualified mechanic, three years in supervisory roles, and a Fleet Equipment Manager certification (or the ability to obtain within one year); a Florida CDL or the ability