Description

Position 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.

Seattle City Light's Fleet and Mobile Equipment Office (FMEO) are looking to hire a Fleet Capital Projects Coordinator (CPC). FMEO manages over 950 pieces of equipment spread out across City Lights territory, including our remote generation sites. This position will design and specification write medium duty electric utility fleet replacement plan while assisting with light and heavy duty. It will also be developing green fleet strategies and technologies to meet our environmental goals and provide cost-effective fleet solutions that align with operational needs. The Fleet CPC will assist the other team members on their capital projects, identify process improvements, and analyze data to identify fleet trends. This position reports to the Fleet Manager.

Job Responsibilities

Here is more about what you'll be doing:

• Develop complex equipment standards for specialized electric utility vehicles, marine vessels, and offroad equipment
• Design and write technical fleet specifications for utility equipment under tight budgetary constraints while keeping accurate records
• Manage and prioritize multiple concurrent fleet projects while strictly adhering to internal and external deadlines to meet utility and customer needs
• Coordinate design reviews with equipment users, departments, environmental, and safety while ensuring they are compliant with all applicable rules and regulations
• Ensure vehicle and equipment compliance with Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies; DOT, Bridge Formula, RCW, WAC, EPA, CFR, CFS, WISHA, OSHA,
• Ensure vehicle and equipment follow standards bodies; ANSI, SAE, FMVSS, ABYC
• Research and recommend equipment solutions, industry trends, emerging technology, and best practices that align with operational, budgetary, and sustainability goals
• Oversee procurement pathways in coordination with purchase and contract teams, including bid development, vendor selection, contract administration, purchase requests, change orders, and invoice issues
• Identify, build, and maintain strong relationships with vendors, manufacturers, and upfitters while monitoring their performance and quality
• Evaluate project costs, monitor progress, ensure accuracy with specifications, prepare project closeout, and budget reconciliation
• Unit lead for Ground Support during Incident Management under the Logistics Section during emergency events
• Be required to work nights and weekends, travel outside of Seattle for equipment meetings, conferences, training events
• Prepare reports for compliancy, peer reviews, evaluations, and presentations as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

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:

Requires a minimum of three years project or construction management or related experience and a Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, Urban Planning or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• 5 years of fleet project management experience
• NAFA/Certified Automotive Fleet Manager Certification (CAFM)
• Fleet Management Information Systems experience (FMIS Systems)
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, etc…)
• Experience with data analysis, identifying trends, and creating KPIs
• Fleet electrification and implementation of alternative fuel vehicles
• Incident Management certified (IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800)
• Knowledge/application of bridge formula and weight distribution analysis
• Possession of a CDL license (Class A or B)

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 .

Emergency Response Commitment:

Seattle City Light is committed to reliable service during emergencies. Through our Emergency Response Program, each employee is assigned a role—usually aligned with their regular duties—to support emergency operations. Your participation is required and vital to helping the utility stay prepared and serve our community when it matters most.

Additional Information

The full salary range for this position is $55.96 to $65.41 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 will not be considered*

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 14.17and 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