Fleet Safety & Maintenance Coordinator

McDowell County; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

McDowell County Transportation Department is seeking a Maintenance and Safety Coordinator to oversee maintenance, safety, inspections, and regulatory compliance for vehicles, equipment, facilities, and operations. The role serves as a liaison among the Transportation Director, operators, maintenance staff, vendors, and regulators to ensure safe, compliant, and timely activities.

The position helps develop preventive maintenance schedules, tracks repairs, coordinates external services, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in fleet maintenance, transportation operations, vehicle safety, fleet administration, or a closely related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor preventive maintenance schedules for County Transportation vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, safety, repairs, accidents, and compliance.
• Assist with developing and updating departmental safety procedures and checklists.
• Coordinate routine inspections of lifts, ramps, wheelchair securement systems, emergency equipment, and other transportation-related equipment.
• Assist with maintaining transportation facilities, fueling areas, storage areas, and maintenance areas in a safe and orderly condition.
• Work closely with dispatch, transportation supervisors, drivers, mechanics, and administrative personnel to minimize vehicle downtime and service interruptions.

Job description

McDowell County Transportation Department is seeking a Maintenance and Safety Coordinator to oversee maintenance, safety, inspections, and regulatory compliance for vehicles, equipment, facilities, and operations. The role serves as a liaison among the Transportation Director, operators, maintenance staff, vendors, and regulators to ensure safe, compliant, and timely activities.

The position helps develop preventive maintenance schedules, tracks repairs, coordinates external services, and