Lead Fleet Tech CDL

Salary: $29.70 - $41.58 Hourly
Location : 5300 S. Shackleford, Little Rock, AR
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 26-18
Department: Collection Systems Maintenance
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

Description

Safety Sensitive--YES
Uniform Required--YES
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Responsible for repairs, preventive maintenance, and maintenance of all vehicles and equipment for the combined fleets of Little Rock Wastewater Utility (LRWU) and Central Arkansas Water (CAW). Ensures repair and service consistent with generally accepted fleet practices. Oversees daily workflow of fleet technicians while remaining a productive and contributory member of the fleet team.
Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following qualifications are appropriate for this position in addition to all requirements for Fleet Technician I, II, III, and IV positions:

• Assumes Full Technical Supervisory role when Supervisor is unavailable.
• Schedules and distributes daily work orders. Organizes and directs techs.
• Reviews major repair status and needs with Fleet Supervisor and Coordinator.
• Verifies all repairs are made correctly. (Quality Control)
• Investigates previous repairs and tracks any rework.
• Leads vehicle replacement program inspection and makes recommendation to Fleet Supervisor.
• Evaluates and accounts for shop tools and material inventories & recommends repair/replacement, as needed.
• Evaluates and identifies upcoming needed maintenance or repair for vehicles/equipment while in the shop for maintenance/repair.
• Ensures service diagnostic equipment and software are up to date and accessible.
• Ensures vehicles, equipment and maintenance facilities remain clean and organized with a good physical appearance.
• Performs repair vs replacement cost analysis and makes recommendation to Fleet Supervisor and Coordinator for assets in need of repair.
• Assists Supervisor with tracking and identifying vehicle and equipment repairs to prevent recurrences.
• Assists Supervisor and Coordinator with collection and evaluation of products and capabilities of vendors and suppliers.
• Assists Supervisor and Coordinator in tracking and charting monthly achievements.
• Assists Supervisor and Coordinator in the collection of and analyzation of monthly cost data to make recommendations on actions that could reduce costs or downtime.
• Assists Coordinator with decommissioning and making retired units ready for sale as well as gathering all information needed for disposal.
• Assists Coordinator in planning and scheduling large jobs, when possible, to maximize Fleet availability.
• Assists in receiving supplies, checking receivers to ensure correct supplies, quantity, and quality of parts and supplies received.
• Assists Coordinator with ordering & receiving fuel deliveries and maintaining fuel island.
• Assists with maintaining and purchasing non-stock parts to complete projects using purchasing card.
• Assists Coordinator in developing Fleet Maintenance preventive maintenance work schedules.
• Ensures self and others follow established work procedures and practices.
• Ensures self and others follow safety practices and guidelines, including wearing proper personal protective/safety equipment due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals, flammable liquids, biological hazards, toxic/flammable compressed gases and confined spaces.
• Assists and trains other personnel as needed.
• Undertakes any reasonable request within capabilities that is for the good of the community and LRWRA and/or CAW.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Minimum (required):

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years overall experience in Fleet Maintenance or equivalent.
• Must maintain current ASE Master Certified or obtain within one (01) year
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arkansas Class A Commercial driver's license or ability to obtain within one (01) year.
• Must obtain CDL tanker endorsement within 30 days of either date of employment or date of obtention of CDL License.

Experience & Training

• Prefer knowledge and experience in CMMS database, i.e., EAM (Central Square) and Outlook.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of equipment and tools needed for Fleet Maintenance repair procedures.
• Knowledge of computers using Windows-based word processing software, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Knowledge of all aspects of Fleet Maintenance.
• Ability to transmit and receive clear, concise messages.
• Ability to coordinate work requests with other utility departments.
• Ability to document programs and procedures.
• Ability to schedule major repairs and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to diplomatically deal with other departments, divisions, and the public.
• Ability to work with the public tactfully and courteously, particularly in trying situations.

Supplemental Information
This position has been evaluated as to whether a momentary lapse of attention may result in grave and immediate danger to the employee, coworkers, or the public. If the designation is yes, the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act (AMMA) of 2016 will govern working conditions. If no, the AMMA will not apply to the position.

This position has been evaluated as to the mandated wearing of a company uniform during working hours.
Employee Benefits

Health/Prescription/Dental/Drug/Vision

• Health & Prescription Drug - UMR (United Healthcare) - High Deductible with H.S.A
• Dental - Delta Dental Plan of Arkansas
• Vision - DeltaVision / EyeMed Insight

Holidays

• 11 days per calendar year plus one floating holiday.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)- Hours accrue based on length of service (1 day equals 8 hours):
  • 0-1 years: 18 days
  • 1-5 years: 20 days
  • 5-10 years 25 days
  • 10-15 years: 27 days
  • 15-25 years: 30 days
  • 25 and more years: 35 days
• Employees who voluntarily resign from LRWRA as an employee in good standing and are later rehired will have their PTO accrual schedule reinstated at the same level they had prior to separation.

Retirement Plans

• Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System (APERS). Defined benefit. Mandatory employee contribution of 5.75% tax-deferred. Employer contribution of 15.32%. Vested at 5 years of employment.
• 401(a) Money Purchase Plans. Mandatory employee contribution schedule. Employer contribution schedule based on tenure. Vested at 5 years of employment.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans. Supplemental pre-tax plan. Funded entirely by employee.

Disability Leaves

• Short Term Disability (STD) employer paid.
• Short Term Disability (STD) Buy Up (optional) employee paid.
• Long Term Disability (LTD) employer paid.

Miscellaneous Benefits

• Health Savings Account with employer contribution available.
• Flexible Spending Account, employee funded, for Medical and/or Dependent Care expenses.
• Group Term Life Insurance (1x annual salary) employer paid.
• Additional life insurance. Funded entirely by employee.
• Direct deposit of payroll.
• Education Reimbursement of up to $5250.00 annually (after 1 year of employment).
• University of Little Rock, AR tuition discounts.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
• Fitness Reimbursement of up to $200.00 annually.
• Wellness Program of up to $150.00 annually.

01

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02

Do you have at least 10 years experience in Fleet Maintenance?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have any Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications related to cars and trucks or medium to heavy duty trucks?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid Class A, Arkansas Commercial Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

Required Question