Join the future of transportation with the Fairfax County Department of Transportation! Since 1977, the Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) has been at the forefront of transforming our community. We are committed to enhancing mobility, safety, and the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors. Our mission is to plan, coordinate, fund, implement, and sustain a cutting-edge multimodal transportation system that meets the dynamic needs of Fairfax County.

FCDOT is seeking a heavy-duty maintenance experienced professional to join the Transit Services Division (TSD). Serving as the Fleet Maintenance Manager, this position is primarily responsible for oversight and administration of the Fairfax Connector and Fastran bus fleet planning and maintenance management program, including the implementation of new technologies and zero-emission propulsion systems. This position also coordinates and administers other vehicle-related projects and programs and personnel assigned/related to TSD. Candidate will be working closely with contracted service providers, and various Fairfax County and external agencies.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing contracted services for Fairfax Connector fleet maintenance to ensure high-quality Fairfax Connector services
• Overseeing personnel involved in the management of Fastran fleet maintenance program
• Monitoring maintenance activities of the service provider and contract employees, including reviewing assigned responsibilities, tracking performance data, and evaluating compliance with contractual provisions
• Identifying contractual non-compliance and supporting actions steps directed by the Transit Services Section and Division Chief
• Supervising activities of maintenance personnel assigned to the section and monitoring implementation of preventive maintenance program and other provisions of Fleet Management Plan
• Staying abreast of current and emerging technologies related to heavy duty vehicle maintenance, including zero emissions technology
• Developing budgets and providing annual budget requests for vehicle maintenance needs including support documentation; providing administrative support for billbacks and other expenses related to maintenance of Fairfax Connector fleet
• Supporting development of asset improvement and replacement programs for revenue and non-revenue fleets
• Providing support to efforts of securing funding for fleet needs and activities
• Coordinating and leading specialized fleet projects including vehicle acquisitions, mid-life rehabilitations, new technology developments, and safety or maintenance campaigns
• Conducting Quality Control inspections of vehicles at production plants and County facilities; reviewing and enhancing Connector Quality Assurance Program
• Managing activation and participation of key personnel assignment to address inclement weather, incident management activities and other tasks associated with emergency preparedness
• Responsible for coaching, mentoring, training, and performance evaluations of assigned staff
• Participating other tasks as assigned

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Note: The specific area of assignment for this position is Fleet Maintenance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to)

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, urban, regional or transportation planning, or a closely related field, plus five years of progressively responsible transportation planning related experience. The years of experience should include at least one year in the specific area of assignment (for e.g., SAS, Modeling, Facilities Maintenance, et al).

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid driver's license

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of experience in heavy-duty fleet maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with maintenance performance measures.
• Knowledge and experience in vehicle maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge and experience in zero emissions technology.
• Knowledge and experience in developing fleet programs and conducting analysis to ensure optimal life cycles and state of good repair goals are achieved for heavy-duty equipment.
• Knowledge and experience with contract administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills, including ability to coordinate multiple projects, prioritize, and meet established deadlines.
• Knowledge and experience in Quality Control/Assurance program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Conducts periodic field observations requiring standing, riding, and exposure to the elements (weather). However, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items under 25 pounds in weight. Work is generally sedentary. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.