Supervisor of Fleet & Facilities Services

Brooklinema; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Brookline is seeking a Supervisor of Fleet & Facilities Services to oversee repair, maintenance, and acquisition of Town vehicles and equipment, including Water & Sewer assets, and to manage facilities across the Department of Public Works. The role combines fleet management, budgeting, policy implementation, and safety program leadership.

Qualified candidates have a degree in business administration or automotive technology, 5–7 years in municipal public works with at least 3 years in

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance, property management, and database operations.
• Budget management and analysis proficiency.
• Excellent computer, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate light, heavy, and specialized motor equipment.
• Leadership, supervisory, and technical abilities for a complex operation.

Responsibilities

• Administering a fleet management program tracking service and replacement cycles.
• Developing policy and implementing new technologies for efficiency and sustainability.
• Participating in long-range financial and capital planning, grant work.
• Managing budgets, purchasing, and inventory controls for fleet and facilities.
• Supervising staff, hiring processes, payroll, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance for fueling, hazardous materials, inspections, emissions, disposal, and training.
• Establishing safety programs and conducting safety appraisals at satellite locations.

Skills

Fleet management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Data management

Equipment operation

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business administration or automotive technology

Job description

Supervisor of Fleet & Facilities Services

Department: Department of Public Works-Highway

Location: 870 Hammond Street
Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467

Salary: tarting salary range$97,059-$102,335 DOE

Brookline DPW's Highway, Sanitation and Fleet Services divisionseeks a Supervisor of Fleet & Facilities Services to oversee the repair, maintenance, and acquisition of Town vehicles and equipment — including Water & Sewer Enterprise assets — and to manage the security, upkeep, and repair of all Department of Public Works facilities and satellite locations.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Administering a comprehensive fleet management program that tracks service and replacement cycles for all Town vehicles and equipment.
• Researching best practices, developing policy, and implementing new technologies that support operational efficiency and sustainability goals.
• Participating in long-range financial and capital planning and supporting grant writing, research, and grant administration.
• Managing the fleet and facilities maintenance program budget, monitoring expenditures, preparing purchase orders, and overseeing inventory controls.
• Supervising, training, and evaluating Fleet and Facilities Services staff; participating in hiring and disciplinary processes; overseeing payroll.
• Ensuring operational compliance with regulations related to fueling facilities, hazardous materials, vehicle inspection, emissions, disposal, recycling, and employee training.
• Establishing and maintaining safety programs, conducting safety appraisals at all satellite locations, and taking corrective action as needed.
• Maintaining records and preparing reports, including monthly operational reports and daily inventory reviews.
• Overseeing automated fueling systems, fuel allocation programs, and EV charging infrastructure.
• Preparing vehicle, equipment, and facility specifications; developing RFPs and bid documents; ensuring contract compliance and monitoring warranties.
• Responding to staff, resident, and agency inquiries, concerns, and complaints.
• Staying current with emerging technologies, procedures, and best practices within the industry.
• Performing off-hours and emergency duties as required.

Qualifications:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business administration, automotive technology, or a related field preferred; five to seven years of municipal public works experience, including at least three years in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A valid Class A CDL with air brake endorsement is required.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance, property management, and database operations; excel in budget management and analysis; possess excellent computer, communication, and interpersonal skills; be able to operate light, heavy, and specialized motor equipment; and bring strong leadership, supervisory, and technical abilities suited to a complex operational environment with emergency-response demands.

Pay and Benefits:
Starting salary range $97,059 - $102,335 depending on qualifications and experience. Brookline offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, retirement pension plan, generous vacation and sick time, and professional development opportunities.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.