Lube & Tire Service Technician, Motor Pool

Overview

The purpose of this classification is to perform service maintenance, tire repair and replacement services.

• Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance, including greasing, lubrication, fueling, washing, oil and filter changes, and maintaining proper fluid levels (oil, water, brake, transmission).
• Maintain proper tire air pressure and service batteries; clean engines.
• Clean up oil spills and crush oil filters according to department procedures.
• Replace, repair, rotate, or change tires; mount tires; fix flats; operate tire shop remount/mount equipment following safety procedures.
• Program tire sensors and use proper tools and knowledge of tire equipment.
• Operate a wrecker for road calls and call-outs; provide after-hours and weekend service on a rotating basis; work in all weather conditions; conduct off-site emergency repairs as needed.
• Use computer and scanner to complete required paperwork and logs.
• Assist other fleet maintenance personnel with job duties as needed.
• Conduct State of Louisiana Motor Vehicle Inspections.
• Complete necessary paperwork for maintenance performed, including recording parts and materials used, current mileage, user comments, and other information.

• Performs other related duties as required.

• High School diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training in automotive maintenance or repair preferred.
• Six (6) months of experience in routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment auto service or tire shop; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain a State of Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment for this classification.
• Must obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class D driver’s license within one month of hire and obtain Louisiana Motor Vehicle Inspections certification within one year.