Fleet Technician Foreman

Fleet Technician Foreman

The City of Tukwila is seeking a Fleet Technician Foreman who will perform full‑journey level activities in troubleshooting, altering, maintaining, and repairing City equipment while also serving as a lead for crews working on multiple projects. The Foreman will provide guidance and direction to all Technicians assigned to repairs.

Tukwila is 9.6 square miles of opportunity and a dynamic place to work. The population is over 22,000 at night and up to 150,000+ during the day. Tukwila shares borders with the Cities of Seattle, Renton, Sea Tac, Burien, and Kent. Its central location lies in the heart of the Puget Sound region, sitting 12 miles south of downtown Seattle, 17 miles north of downtown Tacoma, and just east of Sea Tac Airport.

It is easily accessed by I‑5 and I‑405 or via either of Tukwila's two train stations, the Sounder Station or the Sound Transit Light Rail Station.

To provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, and healthy environment for our residents, businesses, and guests.

• Caring – We support the diverse community we serve with compassion, empathy and kindness.
• Professional – We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.
• Responsive – We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.

The Fleet & Facilities Department provides a fleet of vehicles and equipment with an operation maintenance and replacement program and to supply the City with adequate, safe, economical and on‑demand operational cars, trucks and specialty equipment. Services are provided through in‑house labor and contracted services. The current fleet consists of approximately 193 vehicles and 134 other pieces of equipment.

• Competitive salary with annual step increases.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, plus a retirement pension plan.
• Flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Salary Range
$7,849 - $9,539 per month. This position is represented by the Teamsters 763.
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.

Applicants MUST apply online, complete the application, and submit a cover letter and resume. Applications without a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.

Veteran's Preference is available in accordance with state laws. Attach DD214 or NGB Form 22 for eligibility.

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to human resources.

This recruitment will remain open until filled with an initial review of candidates on February 19, 2026.

• Serves as a lead to Technicians by planning, scheduling, assigning, and prioritizing work projects. Makes recommendations on Technicians leave requests and performance evaluations.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on vehicles, equipment, and heavy equipment; replaces air, hydraulic and anti‑lock brakes; repairs transmissions; works on electrical systems; repairs.
• Ensures work projects are completed and carried out in compliance with policies and procedures; monitors crews; gathers bids for outside services; inventories and orders equipment, tools, materials, and supplies; completes and maintains records and logs for reports, service requests, materials and equipment used.
• Receives and responds to call‑out requests; provides technical assistance on projects with other departments, contractors, and other City/State/Regional agencies.
• Designs and fabricates equipment parts not readily available including welding fatigued or failed…