JOB DESCRIPTION:
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. 
 
This position will, under limited supervision, coordinate, design and develop comprehensive research plans for studying equipment, fuels and lubricants; identify equipment purchase needs and draft specifications for all equip­ment and vehicles; and coordinate policy and technical data. Limited guidelines exist in the form of City, State and Federal standards, policies and procedures. Judgement is used to interpret, apply and select the most appropriate guidelines. The work requires knowledge of automotive engineering theories, principles and methods. The ability to analyze and solve a variety of engineering problems and to plan comprehensive fleet analysis and product purchase systems is also required. This position is distinguished from the Automotive Engineer in that the Senior positions perform the more complex design work and direct, review, coordinate and supervise the work of subordinate staff. Personal contacts are primarily with internal City Light departmental customers, City purchasing personnel and vehicle and equipment manufactures' representatives for the purpose of ordering, maintaining, and coordinating repair of vehicles and equipment. This position will report to the Fleet and Mobile Equipment Manager. Job Responsibilities - Here is more about what you’ll be doing: 
 

• Supervises the work of 6 subordinates involved in the replacement, maintenance, and acquisition of vehicles and equipment.
• Creates vehicles and equipment specifications designed to support an Electric Utility Program.
• Administers purchase contracts for annual vehicle equipment replacements.
• Writes purchase specifications for custom complex fleet vehicles and equipment such as cranes, aerial man lifts, dump trucks, marine fleet, trailers, forklifts, vans and various other equipment.
• Evaluates user needs to determine equipment purchase requirements.
• Evaluates equipment to determine need for replacement.
• Evaluates or coordinates evaluation of manufacturers' and suppliers' bid responses.
• Performs design work related to the modification of equipment and/or the development of special equipment to meet the needs of the utility.
• Designs procedures for testing equipment, parts and products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Working in conjunction with other City Light departments such as safety, ergonomics and environmental to create and establish fleet equipment standards.
• Apply the Federal Bridge Law when designing new equipment and monitor existing equipment for compliance.
• Manages the SCL AMP-CAR (Automated Motor Pool) with 65 shared vehicles.
• Manages the Operations rental equipment program.
• Manages the fleet Samsara fleet telematics program with 800 active assets.
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of 6 remote equipment fueling sites.
• Approximately 50% of the time is spent on Project/Program Management and Administration.
• 30% Managing 5 direct report employees.
• 10% Doing fleet research and reporting.
• 5% Emergency Response Support
• 5% Operational Support
  • Managing the fleet fuel card program
  • Managing the Fleet Office HUB.
  • Processing all equipment accident-related body damage repairs.
  • Training the internal customers (employees at SCL) with new vehicle familiarization and propane refueling procedures.

 Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has: 

Minimum Qualifications
Requires three years fleet equipment maintenance including two years of supervisory experience, or a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). 
 
Work Environment/Physical Demands

• 80% of the work is performed in an office environment.
• 20% of the work is in the field. 
• Required to occasionally visit facilities at remote sites.
• Participation in a rotating after hours, on call, fleet support.
• SCL Incident Management Team (Logistics Support Ground Transportation team leader)

License, Certification and Other Requirements
Current Washington State driver's license. The position will require the driving of city vehicles. Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Experience with Microsoft Office products, Fleet Management Information System (FMIS), and Sustainable Fleet Implementation.
• Commercial Truck Drivers License (CDL)
• NAFA CAFM Certification
• NAFA Sustainable Fleet Certification
• Experience with FEMA’s Incident Command Structure (ICS) emergency management processes.
• Experience with Renewable Fuels and fleet vehicle electrification.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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The full salary range for this position is $44.95to $52.41 per hour.
 
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application: 

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement 
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. 

Incomplete applications may not be accepted. 
 
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
 
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
 
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
 
Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.