Robert Gilmore confirmed as new fleet director
Posted On: April 7, 2020
It’s a big job keeping Volusia County government’s fleet of more than 2,500 vehicles on the road, maintained, repaired and in tip-top shape. A 24-year veteran employee for the county, Robert B. Gilmore IX has been doing the job on an interim basis since February. On Tuesday, the County Council unanimously confirmed Gilmore as the permanent fleet director.
“He’s a go-to guy,” County Manager George Recktenwald said in presenting Gilmore to the council for confirmation. “He has literally worked his way up through the organization, but he’s made so many improvements – which keeps our fleet one of top award-winning fleet maintenance organizations in the country.”
Gilmore began his career with Volusia County as a master mechanic in October 1996. He was promoted to supervisor IV in 2003 and then went on to become fleet management activity project manager in 2007 in charge of the county’s fleet and equipment. Among his accomplishments as the activity project manager, Gilmore achieved the requirements for the division to become an automotive services of excellence, blue seal shop as well as a Ford Motor Company and General Motors authorized warranty shop. He also is credited with implementing a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for EMS vehicles and developing a comprehensive building generator maintenance program as well.
After being ratified unanimously by the council, Gilmore thanked council members and county staff for their vote of confidence and heaped praise on his fleet management co-workers.
“I need to thank the fleet management team back at the shop,” said Gilmore. “They do an amazing job, and it makes my life and job much easier and enjoyable.”