Lead Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor

City of Portsmouth, Virginia; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portsmouth, Virginia, is seeking a working supervisor in the Vehicle and Service Center. You will oversee mechanics, coordinate work orders, and act as a liaison with customers to explain repairs and statuses.

You will also handle road service dispatches, log entries, and routine administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily operations. The role requires strong supervisory abilities, knowledge of inventory and repair processes, and the capacity to guide technicians through complex

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1-2 years supervisory experience.
• 3-5 years in inventory, maintenance, or a vehicle repair center.
• Ability to supervise mechanics and coordinate workflow.

Responsibilities

• Discuss work orders with customers and supervise mechanics in servicing vehicles.
• Dispatch mechanics for road service and log work orders.
• Test drive vehicles to assess issues and guide repairs.
• Review and close work orders, ensure correct parts and charges.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Inventory database experience

Job description

The City of Portsmouth, Virginia, is seeking a working supervisor in the Vehicle and Service Center. You will oversee mechanics, coordinate work orders, and act as a liaison with customers to explain repairs and statuses.

You will also handle road service dispatches, log entries, and routine administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily operations. The role requires strong supervisory abilities, knowledge of inventory and repair processes, and the capacity to guide technicians through complex