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The Fleet Manager is responsible for administrative and supervisory work related to managing fleet operations including but not limited to vehicle acquisition and replacement, equipment repair and maintenance programs involving shops in multiple locations, and managing the planning, procurement, and vehicle buildup processes to provide emergency and support vehicles for all City operations. Performs related duties as assigned. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Certain duties described below may be delegated, but ultimate responsibility remains with the employee. Ensures that all vehicles owned by the City of Somerville (including Police, Fire and School Departments) are safe and reliable. Vehicles must be available to meet operational requirements. Supervises fleet personnel, which includes interviewing prospective employees; providing and/or recommending training; coordinating, scheduling, and assigning work product; establishing performance measures, goals, objectives, and priorities; evaluating work performance; providing feedback, direction, and guidance; keeping personnel abreast of new or revised information; answering questions; and recommending and/or implementing personnel actions. Develops division budget by forecasting expenses and recording the resulting information in a predetermined format for review and approval. Coordinates equipment and personnel availability to provide services (e.g., vehicle mechanical inspections, mechanical repairs, administrative services, technical expertise, etc.). Oversees and approves administrative processing of paperwork required in the acquisition or disposal of equipment (e.g., title, registration, license, etc.). Monitors division expenditures to ensure compliance with budget constraints. Approves purchases of equipment and supplies necessary for division operations submitted by fleet service supervisors. Develops specifications and bid packages, obtains cost estimates, evaluates proposals, and selects vendors, recommends acceptance, and monitors contract vehicle compliance for departments such as DPW, Traffic & Parking, IAM, Water Sewer, police vehicles, and specialty, and related equipment. Reviews equipment maintenance invoices to ensure that proper maintenance was performed. Reviews charges for equipment repairs according to the terms of new and extended service warranties, to receive full benefit of the warranties and reduce costs to the division. Plans, organizes, and directs the fleet management operations including vehicle and equipment procurement, maintenance, repair, and disposal. Analyzes equipment build-up requests to determine specific needs and construction methodology required for optimal equipment performance and reliability. Develops and/or approves shop safety standards in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines and Department policies. Audits contract repair services by visually inspecting vendors\' facilities and records to ensure high quality repairs and accurate billing of costs. Responds to inquiries and complaints from service users to provide information, maintain good customer relations and improve shop performance. Inspects facilities, examines equipment, and approves acquisitions throughout the city. Coordinates the receipt and disposal of equipment to maximize utilization of equipment. Oversees the vehicle emissions program to comply with federal and state mandates. In coordination with the Office of Sustainability and Environment, develops, and implements green policies and operation strategies, including optimal maintenance and replacement schedules for the City?s Fleet, that romote a greener environment and