What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Maintenance - Team Lead (2nd Shift) position at Hampton?
Function
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Fleet Maintenance Team Leader to oversee and guide a crew of service and repair technicians in a designated shop. This leadership role involves performing and supervising complex maintenance and repair work, including conducting state vehicle inspections. The Team Lead coordinates daily operations, manages workflow, and ensures timely and effective service on a wide range of vehicles and equipment. Working under general supervision, this position exercises independent judgment in task execution and supports management in planning and optimizing maintenance processes. If you are a hands-on leader with a strong technical background and a commitment to operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefit package.
This Position Works The Following Schedule
Monday-Friday, 3pm - 11:30pm
Minimum Requirements
Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:
Do you have a high school diploma or have you successfully completed a GED?
Do you have vocational, technical, or trade school training in automotive mechanics or repair?
Which of the statements below describes your years of experience in a fleet service operation working on equipment for the assigned shop? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE.
Do you have two (2) years of team lead or supervisory experience? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE
I understand if I am selected for this position that I must obtain and maintain an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification in one (1) content area for the shop I am assigned within one (1) year of employment.
Do you have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?
This Position Requires That You Possess a Valid Driver's License And Have And Maintain a Satisfactory Driving Record Based On The City Of Hampton's Criteria. Failure To Provide Your Driver's License Number Will Prevent Us From Considering Your Application. Please Confirm Your Driver's License Number And State By Entering It Below
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I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.
I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
Do you possess a complete set of automotive mechanic tools?
I understand that this position may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Fleet Maintenance Team Leader to oversee and guide a crew of service and repair technicians in a designated shop. This leadership role involves performing and supervising complex maintenance and repair work, including conducting state vehicle inspections. The Team Lead coordinates daily operations, manages workflow, and ensures timely and effective service on a wide range of vehicles and equipment. Working under general supervision, this position exercises independent judgment in task execution and supports management in planning and optimizing maintenance processes. If you are a hands-on leader with a strong technical background and a commitment to operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefit package.
This Position Works The Following Schedule
Monday-Friday, 3pm - 11:30pm
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Must have vocational, technical, or trade school training in Automotive Mechanics or Repair.
- Five (5) years of experience in a fleet service operation working on equipment for the assigned shop with two (2) years of team lead or supervisory experience.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
- Must possess a State of Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or have the ability to obtain within 180 days of employment, if assigned to Heavy Off-Road or Fire Shop.
- Must be a Certified as a Motor Vehicle Inspector, licensed by the State of Virginia, or the ability to pass the requirements to obtain license within 90-days.
- Must obtain and maintain ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification in one (1) content area for the shop they are assigned within one (1) year of employment.
- This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
- Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
- Must possess a complete set of automotive mechanic tools at all times while in this position.
- The incumbent is considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
Benefits Overview
This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:
- Sentara Health Medical Insurance
- OptumRx
- Delta Dental Insurance
- Anthem Blue View Vision
- FSA Reimbursement accounts
- Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
- Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Virginia 529
- Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
- Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
- Other forms of leave include:
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Care for Sick Parent Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Personal day (available every quarter)
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's birthday
- A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the VRS website.
- Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
- Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
- Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website.
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
Do you have a high school diploma or have you successfully completed a GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you have vocational, technical, or trade school training in automotive mechanics or repair?
- Yes
- No
Which of the statements below describes your years of experience in a fleet service operation working on equipment for the assigned shop? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE.
- less than 1 year of experience
- 1-3 years of experience
- 3-4 years of experience
- 5 or more years of experience
Do you have two (2) years of team lead or supervisory experience? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE
- Yes I have two (2) years of team lead or supervisory experience
- No I do not have two (2) years of team lead or supervisory experience
I understand if I am selected for this position that I must obtain and maintain an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification in one (1) content area for the shop I am assigned within one (1) year of employment.
- Yes
- No
Do you have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?
- I currently have a CDL Class A
- I have the ability to obtain a CDL Class A within 180 days of employment
- I do not have the ability to obtain a CDL Class A within 180 days of employment
This Position Requires That You Possess a Valid Driver's License And Have And Maintain a Satisfactory Driving Record Based On The City Of Hampton's Criteria. Failure To Provide Your Driver's License Number Will Prevent Us From Considering Your Application. Please Confirm Your Driver's License Number And State By Entering It Below
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I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.
- Yes
- No
I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
- Yes
- No
Do you possess a complete set of automotive mechanic tools?
- Yes
- No
I understand that this position may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
- Yes
- No
- Required Question