FLEET MANAGER - 55007243

Requisition No: 856045 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: FLEET MANAGER - 55007243

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55007243 

Salary:  $66,848.62 - $86,509.97 

Posting Closing Date: 07/09/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

410 / District Maintenance

PENDING CLASSIFICATION UPDATE

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: Dean Morris

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: dean.morris@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,571.10 - $3,327.31 biweekly range

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Fleet Manage / District Four / Director of Operations / District Maintenance

Oversee FDOT equipment repairs for timely, cost-effective service. Assist with shop scheduling, track maintenance costs, and recommend improvements. Monitor vehicle warranties, recalls, and coordinate fleet utilization and replacements. Supervise requisitions, fuel card programs, and in-house fueling systems. Maintain inventory data, generate reports, and train personnel. Evaluate shop efficiency, inspect rebuilds, and provide technical support. Conduct quality assurance reviews and ensure policy compliance. Track generator usage and movement during emergencies to support operational readiness across the District. 

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

FDOT District Four – District Maintenance

3400 W. Commercial Boulevard

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Annual Salary Range:

$66,848.62 - $86,509.97 

A Competitive Area Differential (CAD) additive in the amount of $1,248.00 will be added to the annual salary.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Coordinate with Operations Centers for equipment needs and review the utilization and condition of equipment to determine replacement need. Make recommendations and coordinate vehicle rotation to maximize fleet utilization. Aid management in tracking all related cost of preventative maintenance programs in the District and make recommendations on improving the overall program. Monitor all warranty work on vehicles and track manufacturer's recall notices to ensure vehicles are operating in an efficient and safe manner. Coordinates installation, repair, maintenance and replacement of radio systems throughout the district. Recommends to management the types, sizes and specifications of additions or alterations to existing systems and prepares requisitions for the procurement of equipment, parts, and supplies.

Diagnose all problems with in-house fueling systems and make effective repairs. Contact vendors when warranted to make necessary repairs to the fueling system. Supervise staff in processing requisitions for the replacement of equipment. Review all requisitions for accuracy. Review delivery of vehicles for compliance with specifications as bid. Make recommendations for vehicles found not to be within specifications.

Manage the administration requirements for the fuel card purchasing program. These requirements are supervising subordinates in ordering and issuing of fuel cards and Personal Identification Numbers (PIN) numbers. Approves all fuel purchases at commercial facilities within established guidelines. Assist in processing purchases as directed. Incumbent of this position has financial disclosure responsibility in accordance with Section 112.3145. Supervise Fleet Operations Staff and evaluate shop efficiencies in the areas of personnel use, material, and cost. Make recommendations to management as to the need for changes in the local shops. Review the District's rebuild program and make inspections during the rebuilding process in order to ensure that repairs are made in accordance with best practices. Provide shop personnel with technical information as requested and any other needed assistance related to the Department's fleet.

Create reports for fuel purchases and report any noted discrepancies. Monitor fuel levels during an emergency to ensure the District maintains appropriate fuel levels. Maintain inventory data in the the current Department fleet management and accounting systems. Prepare reports to assist management in making decisions related to fleet maintenance and utilization. Provide training to field personnel in the correct reporting. Track and report monthly delinquent preventative maintenance schedules for each yard. Maintains records as required by the Agency and the Federal Communications Commission; prepares written reports, and completion of required documentation such as inventories, inspection/repair reports, and report filing.

Perform Quality Assurance reviews of the fleet management program. Review fuel purchases and repair practices for compliance with policies. Conduct gate checks to ensure commercial vehicle requirements are being met and review shop work orders for accuracy.

Keep a current inventory list of all generators within the District and track their usage during emergency events. Monitor the movements of these generators during an emergency event by obtaining signed copies of the inventory list by the receiving office personnel. This will necessitate the tracking of the generators until the unit is returned after the emergency is completed.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Components and design requirements of am and pm communications systems.

Skilled in:

• The use of current versions of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Sorting, code, filing and retrieving data.
• The use of various Department of Transportation (DOT) on-line applications including My Florida Market Place (MFMP), Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR), Contract Funds Management / Florida Accountability Contracts Tracking System (CFM/FACTS), Works purchasing card system, and Florida Electronic Equipment Tracking (FLEET).
• The Automated Shop Work Order System and different fuel systems.
• Repair methods to both heavy and light Equipment.
• Reviewing documents for completeness and accuracy.
• The use of current purchasing procedures.

Ability to:

• Maintain records relating to the installation, maintenance and repair of am and pm communications systems.

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to Supervise.

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• This position requires a Level II background check in accordance with the Statewide Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS) and section 282.709, Florida Statutes.
• On an as needed basis may be required during periods of emergency and/or disaster recovery upon request by appropriate authority, to work beyond established work schedule at night/or state-wide, including weekends;
• Or respond for the welfare of the public under declared emergency position; 
• Overnight travel may be required for statewide meetings, training, conferences, or seminars.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.
• Minimum 2 years’ passenger or heavy equipment fleet management experience or an Associate’s Degree can substitute for the required experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.