Fleet Service Associate Temporary **OPEN UNTIL FILLED**

Salt Lake County; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt Lake County is seeking a part-time Fleet Services Assistant to support shop operations and vehicle handling. The role includes assisting technicians, preparing vehicles for service, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Responsibilities cover vehicle check-in, lot organization, and basic tasks such as cleaning and light maintenance. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, pass drug and background checks, and work up to 29 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• A valid driver’s license accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire. A valid driver’s license issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire to operate a County vehicle.
• Experience working with and around motor vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, crouch, and stand for extended periods on concrete shop floors.
• Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post-accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.
• BCI background check required per County policy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Shop Cleanliness: Maintains a clean and safe shop environment by sweeping floors and clearing debris.
• Technician Support: Locates, stages, and delivers requested light-duty vehicles to technician bays.
• Assists with Vehicle Check-in and Decommissioning: Confirms VINs, handles plates, preps and cleans vehicles, scans and files documents.
• Transport and Delivery: Drives and shuttles light-duty County vehicles between facilities and shops.
• Lot Organization: Organizes standard fleet vehicles for optimal traffic flow.
• Backup Service Writer Duties: Occasional coverage at the service desk; greets customers and documents symptoms.
• Minor Mechanical Tasks: General shop tasks, replacing cleaning supplies, washing vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle maneuvering

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Performs various organizational, manual, and technical tasks associated with Fleet Services shop management and operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 18 years of age.

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

A valid driver’s license accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire. A valid driver’s license issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire to operate a County vehicle.

Experience working with and around motor vehicles.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, crouch, and stand for extended periods on concrete shop floors.

Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post-accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through a BCI name check in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Shop Cleanliness: Maintains a clean and safe shop environment by sweeping floors, clearing debris, emptying trash, keeping walkways clear, and identifying potential hazards.
• Technician Support: Locates, stages, and delivers requested light-duty vehicles directly to designated technician work bays.
• Assists with Vehicle Check-in and Decommissioning: Confirms VIN numbers match paperwork, installs and removes license plates, preps and cleans out vehicles, installs and removes decals, scans and files documents, fuels vehicles.
• Transport and Delivery: Drives and shuttles light-duty County vehicles between maintenance facilities, user departments, and external repair shops.
• Lot Organization: Arranges and parks standard fleet vehicles systematically to ensure optimal lot traffic flow and quick access.
• Backup Service Writer Duties: Provides occasional coverage at the service desk; greets customers, answers phone calls, opens standard repair orders, and documents reported vehicle symptoms.
• Minor Mechanical Tasks: General shop and grounds cleanup; replacing cleaning supplies at the fuel pumps; vacuum and wash vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:

• Digital Literacy: Familiarity with computer data entry to look up asset numbers, open service tickets, enter accurate data, and process paper flow
• Shop Safety: Ability to follow basic garage safety protocols and standard workspace cleanup

Skills and Abilities to:

• Maneuver and park standard-sized trucks, vans, and passenger cars in shop bays and parking lots
• Provide great customer service with professional communication skills to interact with County personnel during the vehicle intake process

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires extensive physical labor approximately 90% of the time, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects weighing more than 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds with some assistance; kneeling, bending, and crawling; and standing, climbing ladders, and reaching up, over, and down.

Job duties may involve exposure to grease, dirt, dust, fumes, chemicals, smoke, and/or loud noises, as well as periodic exposure to extreme weather conditions.

This position requires working in multiple settings, including maintenance shops, outdoor lots in all weather conditions, and, occasionally, an indoor service office desk setting.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

**PART-TIME UP TO 29 HOURS PER WEEK**