Fleet Maintenance Technician - Senior; DOQ

Work Locations

• 1100 26th Avenue East, Bradenton, Florida 34208
• 3055 Lena Road, Bradenton, Florida 34211
• 4700 66th Street West, Bradenton, Florida 34210
• 2411 Tallevast Road, Sarasota, Florida 34243

Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday shifts vary with on‑call and emergency.

$20.68 – $31.95

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.

Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida laws.

The work environment may include exposure to high noise levels while performing certain essential job functions. The position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work may involve strenuous physical activity under varying climatic conditions and in both indoor and outdoor environments.

• Position level and salary will be dependent on qualifications (DOQ).
• This is a safety‑sensitive position. Employment and continued employment with Manatee County Government is contingent upon passing pre‑employment and random screenings and may be subject to other employment screenings identified in the Personnel Policy, Rules and Procedures Manual. An applicant/employee who fails to pass a drug/alcohol screening shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of three (3) years.

• 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.
• Might be 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.
• Senior level serves in a lead capacity by instructing and overseeing the work of lower‑level experienced 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.

High school graduate/equivalent.

• 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.

• 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:
  Must possess a complete, department‑approved set of automotive mechanic tools.
• 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 positions will be given a tool allowance ranging from $1.84–$2.62, depending on hired level.