Fleet Maintenance - Team Lead (2nd Shift)

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Fleet Maintenance Team Leaderto 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

• 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.