Fleet Specifications Specialist

TEP Tucson Electric Power Company; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Electric Power is seeking a Fleet Specifications Specialist to develop, manage, and maintain technical specifications for fleet vehicles and equipment supporting electric and gas operations. You will ensure compliance with safety, regulatory standards and evolving technology needs including electrification.

Responsibilities include maintaining documentation, coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers, and supporting fleet modernization initiatives while traveling to locations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in fleet management, vehicle specification, or utility operations.
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices in a shop environment.
• Knowledge of utility fleet equipment and vocational truck configurations.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings, specification writing, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA).
• Knowledge of telematics and fleet software systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage technical specifications for all fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain centralized specification documentation in records systems such as Laserfiche.
• Ensure specifications comply with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design optimized vehicle configurations and standardization initiatives.
• Coordinate fleet purchasing activities in alignment with procurement policies and processes.
• Verify delivered vehicles meet approved specifications and requirements.
• Support deployment readiness including training for operators and fleet staff.

Skills

Fleet management

Vehicle specification

Utility operations

Safety standards

CAD drawings

Technical documentation

DOT compliance

OSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

Job description

We are looking for talented individuals who are passionate about making an impact in the company and the community. We believe you will like it here! Be Part of Our Story.

If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, read on. We want to know of your interest. If you apply, you are not just a number, you are a possible team member! Our culture is at the heart of our success and we are looking for talented individuals for the position of Fleet Specifications Specialist to bring their skills and experience to the table while enriching our already strong culture.

• Do you have experience in fleet management, vehicle specification, or utility operations?
• Do you want to be part of a company culture founded on safety, teamwork, collaboration, and positive leadership?
• Do you want the opportunity to grow yourself in your current job and beyond?

Position Description

This position is responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining technical specifications for fleet vehicles and equipment, including light-duty, heavy-duty, and specialized units that support electric and gas operations. This role ensures all fleet assets meet operational requirements, regulatory standards, safety expectations, and evolving technology needs (including electrification and alternative fuels).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage technical specifications for all fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain centralized specification documentation in records systems such as Laserfiche.
• Ensure all specifications comply with operational requirements, safety standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOT, OSHA).
• Work with internal teams to analyze operational needs and usage requirements to design optimized vehicle configurations and support standardization initiatives.
• Collaborate with TEP, UNSE, and UNSG stakeholders, including operations, safety, procurement, and leadership, to define requirements and align priorities.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external suppliers regarding specification, delivery, and performance issues or changes.
• Partner with OEMs, upfitters, and suppliers to review specifications, evaluate product capabilities, and identify available technologies.
• Monitor supplier lead times, product availability, and supply chain risks, and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Participate in factory visits, build inspections, and pre-delivery reviews to ensure vehicles meet specifications.
• Coordinate fleet purchasing activities in alignment with procurement policies and processes, including creating purchase requisitions and receipts.
• Verify delivered vehicles and equipment meet approved specifications and operational requirements.
• Coordinate check-in, inspection, and upfit installation activities with fleet and maintenance personnel.
• Support deployment readiness, including coordination of supplier-led training for operators and fleet staff.
• Participate in industry forums and trade shows to stay current on trends, best practices, and emerging fleet technologies, including electrification.
• Support fleet modernization, sustainability, and standardization initiatives.
• Travel to company locations and vendor facilities as required to support fleet operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in fleet management, vehicle specification, or utility operations.
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices in a shop environment.
• Knowledge of utility fleet equipment and vocational truck configurations.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings, basic specification writing, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, etc.).
• Knowledge of telematics and fleet software systems.
• Principles of work measurement and activity analysis as they pertain to fleet management and maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices in a shop environment.
• Knowledge of utility fleet equipment and vocational truck configurations.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings, specification writing, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (DOT, OSHA, etc.).
• Knowledge of telematics and fleet software systems.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written and proficiency in conducting productive meetings.
• Effective critical listening, analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management with demonstrated ability to multitask priorities and deliver assignments on schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively participate in a team project to achieve required functionality within budget and timeframe.
• Principles of work measurement and activity analysis as they pertain to fleet management and maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fleet management, vehicle specification, or utility operations.
• Project management experience coordinating stakeholders and timelines.

About Us

Tucson Electric Power provides safe, reliable power to more than 447,000 customers in the Tucson metropolitan area. We’re also a local leader in community service, volunteerism and economic development efforts. TEP and its sister company, UniSource Energy Services, are among a family of utilities owned by Fortis, Canada’s largest investor-owned gas and electric utility holding company.