Fleet Maintenance Technician - Senior; DOQ

Job Title

This position is responsible for performing skilled manual and mechanical tasks necessary for repair and preventive maintenance of the County's fleet vehicles and vehicular equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Checks vehicles and opens work orders.
• Inspects vehicles/equipment and opens computerized work orders.
• Performs maintenance tasks including 32-point inspections, oil changes, fluid level checks, batteries and tires.
• Repairs, or assists with repairs to vehicles and vehicular equipment, which may include gasoline, diesel, tasks related to engine repair and drivability; hydraulics, transmission, air conditioning, brake systems; etc.
• Maybe required to use welding and cutting tools to fabricate, strengthen and/or repair weak or fatigued points and perform simple welding tasks.
• Inspects and adjusts front end and rear axle alignment and suspension systems.
• Uses state-of-the-art mechanical and diagnostic equipment.
• Prepares and maintains reports, logs, records, etc., as required.
• The Senior level serves in a lead capacity by instructing and overseeing the work of lower-level experience staff.
• Communicates clearly, effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing, including understanding and following instructions and other materials (i.e., manuals, schematics, work orders, etc.)
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee's qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.

Education:

High school graduate/equivalent.

Experience:

Tech I:
Minimum of two (2) years' work and/or a certification from an accredited technical school from (within the last 7 years) in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and vehicular equipment.

Tech II:
Minimum of three (3) years' work and/or training experience (within the last 8 years) in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and vehicular equipment.

Tech III:
Minimum of Five (5) years' work and/or training experience (within the last 10 years) in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and vehicular equipment.

Senior:
Minimum of six (6) years' work and/or training experience (within the last 11 years) in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and vehicular equipment.

All levels:
Must possess a complete set of department approved automotive mechanic tools.

Licenses/Certifications:

Tech I:
Minimum of one (1) active certification equivalent to those of ASE or NATEF, or must obtain one certification within 6 months of hire.

Tech II:
Minimum of three (3) active certifications equivalent to those of ASE or NATEF. Additional or specific ASE certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.

Tech III:
Minimum of four (4) active certifications equivalent to those of ASE or NATEF. Additional or specific ASE certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.

Senior:
Minimum of five (5) active certifications equivalent to those of ASE or NATEF. Additional or specific ASE certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.

All Levels:
Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class "B" with P (Passenger) endorsement or Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement, prior to receiving a Conditional Offer of Employment. All levels must possess a complete, department-approved, set of automotive mechanic tools.

All positions will be given a tool allowance ranging from $1.84-$2.62, depending on hired level.

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at  x 3865.

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.