Salary: $80,788.50 - $113,080.50 Annually
Location : Needham, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:Department: Department of Public Works
Division: Fleet Division - DPW
Opening Date: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/2026 11:59 AM Eastern
Description The Town of Needham is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the full-time position of Fleet Supervisor. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Public Works/Operations, the incumbent is responsible for leading and directing the repair and maintenance of Public Works vehicles, machines, motorized equipment and radio equipment.
Work Schedule (40-hours per week): Monday-Thursday, 6:30am-3:30pm; Fridays 6:30am-12:30pm
CON #27033 Duties and Responsibilities - Plan, direct, and organize the work of the Fleet Division within the DPW, overseeing daily operations including the scheduling, assigning, and supervision of the repair and maintenance of municipal vehicles and equipment.
- Inspect work, maintain records and manage electronic vehicle management software platforms.
- Oversee safety inspections and registration process of all municipal vehicles and motorized equipment.
- Manage fleet and equipment parts inventory, Town's fleet/fuel management system, GPS software and the Town's electric vehicle charging systems.
- Plan and prepare division budget, cost tracking, procurement efforts and related activities.
- Prepare reports and records to include costs of labor and parts, vehicle accident reports and insurance requirements, activity reports, damage estimates, diesel, and gas and oil consumption records utilizing electronic fuel tracking system;
- Mandatory participation in the town's Snow & Ice program.
Requirements Any equivalent combination of the below-listed education, training, certification, and experience, is qualifying:
- Extensive technical or specialized training such as that which would be acquired by an Associate's Degree or two years of technical or business school.
- Seven to ten years of related experience.
- Working knowledge on a diverse range of automotive, heavy trucks, and related equipment.
- Ability to assign and supervise the work of others; effectively communicating and coordinating with peers, vendors, and customers.
- Knowledge of fleet terminologies, best practices, and computer systems related to service and inventory management.
- Valid motor vehicle driver license.
Preferred, or ability to Obtain:- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification series C1 and P1 within 12 months of hire.
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification series T8 within 24 months of hire.
Supplemental Information To apply,
Applications will be accepted until
11:59 AM on Monday, October 26, 2026.As a Town of Needham employee, you are offered a rewarding career-opportunity serving the Needham community, a thriving and growing town of approximately 32,000 residents and a diverse commercial tax base. The municipality has a Representative Town Meeting form of government, with a five-member elected Select Board who appoints a Town Manager to serve as the Chief Executive Officer. Town departments include Public Works, Police, Fire, Library, Public Health, Park & Recreation, Aging Services, Youth and Family Services, Treasury, Tax collection, Tax assessing, Finance, IT, Human Resources and more!
The Town of Needham is a professionally run organization that is committed to creating an inclusive culture where employees can perform at the highest levels. Our employees are dedicated to their work and rely on each other as a team to ensure that Needham remains a place where engaged and committed people want to live, work and play.
The total offer will feature a comprehensive benefits package, which may include (depending on position):
- Competitive Compensation
- Flexible Work Options
- Early Release Fridays at 12:30 pm (position dependent)
- 12.5 Paid Holidays
- Generous Family and Medical Leave (employee group specific)
- Retirement Plan: Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan (mandatory participation)
- 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, Pre-tax or Roth with Employer Contribution Match (voluntary participation)
- Access to Rosemary Recreation Complex Pool during Summer months
- Access to Recycling and Solid Waste facility
- Free Library Card with Needham Free Public Library (part of the Minuteman Library Network)
- Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account with an Eligible Health Insurance Plan
- Flexible Spending Account for Health Care and Dependent Care
- Dental and Vision Coverage
- Basic and Optional Life Insurance Coverage
- Paid Personal and Vacation Leave
- Employer Paid Non-Occupational Sick Leave
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program which includes mental health, financial education, legal referrals, and much more
- Employer-paid training opportunities, such as courses for municipal finance and leadership; conference or trade show attendance; paid memberships to professional organizations
- Tuition Assistance and Paid Professional Development Opportunities
- Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging and Free Parking
