Fleet Services Manager

Fleet Services Manager

Recognized as a leader in the water industry throughout California and nationally, the Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) is the water, wastewater, and recycled water service provider to nearly one million customers living and working within a 682-square mile service area covering Western Riverside and Northern San Diego Counties.

EMWD's fleet consists of approximately 200 light, 75 medium and 75 heavy duty vehicles, as well as various off-road and construction related equipment and trailers. The Fleet Services department is responsible for managing all vehicle and equipment assets, including specifying, licensing, fueling and equipping vehicles and equipment to meet organizational needs, as well as providing cost-effective maintenance, repair, and regulatory and certification services.

Fleet Services is further responsible for evaluating asset life and preparing recommendations for replacement. Organized within the Administrative Branch of EMWD, Fleet Services consists of six technicians, two mechanics, a service writer, an administrative assistant, one supervisor and a manager- totaling twelve (12) team members. In addition, EMWD has made significant investments in clean energy programs. This includes the installation of electric vehicle charging stations, solar generating systems and battery storage facilities that will result in long-term cost savings and support a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

Currently, the District has installed 95 electric vehicle charging stations at its Perris headquarters, with many in publicly accessible parking areas. These charging stations will support the agency's expanded clean energy fleet. The FY  operating budget for Fleet Services is $5.2 million. The current vehicle and equipment replacement budget is $9.4 million for FY25-26 and FY26-27.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Administrative Services, the Fleet Services Manager oversees the repair, maintenance, and servicing of EMWD-owned, leased, or contracted vehicles and equipment. The Fleet Services Manager researches and prepares studies and reports on fleet needs, developing proposals to meet current and long-term requirements in alignment with EMWD's Strategic and Operational Plans. The ideal candidate for this position should have supervisory experience in a fleet environment, with a strong understanding of the automotive and fleet industry.

The selected candidate will be a self-starter, highly motivated, and outgoing, with a strong ability to engage with the team. Lastly, this person will have a focus on integrity and customer service.

Requires completion of the twelfth grade (12) and five (5) years of supervisory experience in the areas of vehicle and equipment maintenance, one (1) year of which is in a supervisory or management capacity. Supplemental college level courses in automotive technology, business administrations, public administration, or a related field is desirable. Requires a valid California driver's license, Class A, and ability to maintain insurability under EMWD's Vehicle Insurance Policy within six months of date of hire are required.

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