Vehicle & Equipment Technician; Repost

we're a public water and wastewater utility serving the greater charleston area. Our water and wastewater services protect public health and the environment, provide fire protection, and support our economy.we’re always looking to add talented, enthusiastic people to our team!

job title, task or skill

job announcement no: 26-135 (repost 26-110)

department: facilities & fleet services

note: if you previously applied for the v&e technician (26-110) job announcement, you do not need to reapply for this position.

applications accepted through
sunday, november 15, 2026

position may be filled earlier if a suitable candidate is found

salary range: $52,873.60 ($25.42/hr.) - $79,331.20 ($38.14/hr.)

hiring range: $52,873.60 ($25.42/hr.) - $66,102.40 ($31.78/hr.)

grade: 107

hours: 7:00am – 3:30pm

under limited supervision of the fleet vehicle & equipment supervisor, performs routine preventive and predictive maintenance, diagnostics, and specialized repairs on all assigned gasoline and diesel-powered fleet vehicles and equipment in accordance with original equipment manufacturer (oem) recommendations.

• performs routine preventive and predictive maintenance for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• performs diagnosis and repair of drive trains for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• performs diagnosis and repairs of support systems for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment to include electrical, fuel, braking, suspension, hydraulic, air conditioning, and automotive computer systems
• performs field services for the purpose of diagnosis and repair of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• documents daily work functions in computer maintenance management system (cmms)
• interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other departments and department leaders, vendors, sales representatives, outside repair/service personnel, cws accident review board committee members, insurance company representatives, the public, etc.
• responsible for the safe operation and cleanup of assigned work area, equipment and tools
• subject to 24-hour on-call
• may be required to work during hazardous weather and/or emergency conditions
• regular attendance is required.
• job performance must conform to all cws policies and procedures.
• specific knowledge of cws environmental management system policy and procedures

• perform other related duties as assigned

• ability to issue, receive and understand complex oral and written instructions
• ability to express and receive detailed information through oral communication and make fine distinction in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machine parts
• ability to communicate verbal instructions quickly, loudly, and effectively in emergency situations
• ability to observe and comprehend computer screens and software to generate reports, specifications, memos, and letters
• ability to observe repairs and field work in progress
• subject to noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level; hearing protection required
• occasionally positions self to move, traverse and lift up to 25 lbs. To perform required work. Objects greater than 50 lbs. Require a two-person operation.
• ability to reach, pull, handle documents, tools and equipment as required to perform routine tasks
• ability to work independently of others
• using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward
• ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles
• subject to vibrations; exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body
• must be able to wear personnel protective equipment (ppe) as defined in the job safety analysis (jsa) to perform the required essential functions

• high school diploma or ged with at least two (2) years of experience in predictive and preventative maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of both gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment to include, but not limited to: engine, transmission, drivetrain, electrical, brake, cooling, suspension, and automotive computer systems
• proficient knowledge of the principles, methods, standards, tools, and test equipment used in performing predictive and preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of both gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• ability to operate a personal computer and…