Fleet Technician I​/II​/III​/Master

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a wide variety of mechanical repairs to gasoline and diesel-powered automotive, heavy construction and other power-driven equipment. The technician must work well independently and with teams, while providing excellent, respectful customer service and human relations skills, which support the City of Englewood’s vision, mission and values.

Reports to: Fleet Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

Performs a variety of duties (fabricating, maintenance, and repair) requiring knowledge of the City’s Fleet. This includes the following:

• Provides friendly customer service and advice including training in the proper use of mechanical equipment.
• Road tests, inspects, diagnose, and troubleshoots automotive, and trucks and a variety of diesel and gasoline powered maintenance and construction equipment.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance and inspection of vehicles.
• Repairs, adjusts and replaces brake systems on light duty vehicles including disc, and hydraulic brakes.
• Performs maintenance on the fuel island.
• Drops off and pick up units to external vendors.
• Picks up parts and supplies.
• Cleans equipment, vehicles and shop.
• Shadows and assists Fleet Mechanic II-III-Master when performing complex repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• All job duties under Fleet Technician I.
• Performs repair and maintenance on heavy construction and maintenance equipment, diesel-powered heavy-duty dump trucks and over the road tractors, emergency vehicles, police patrol vehicles, and light duty vehicle.
• Diagnoses and repairs emission related problems using appropriate equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs vehicles and equipment at job site. Responsible for making recommendations on whether repairs are performed on site or at Fleet Repair Facility.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on gasoline, diesel and alternative fuel vehicles and equipment.
• Repairs steering, suspension and alignment related problems. Performs toe in adjustments.
• Diagnoses and repairs starting, charging, and load management systems including repair or replacement of batteries, alternators, generators, starter, wiring, and electrical components on both 12- and 24-volt systems.
• Diagnoses and repairs hydraulic and air brake systems including inspection and machining of drums and rotors, 2- and 4-wheel ABS, 4-wheel disc, multi axle, and trailer brakes on light and heavy-duty vehicles.
• Diagnoses and repairs gas and diesel fuel injection systems, alternative fuel systems, computerized emission control systems, and ODBII. Diagnoses and repairs conventional and computer-controlled ignition systems, including light, heavy and off-road equipment.
• Diagnoses, repairs, and rebuilds clutches, differentials, power take offs and transfer cases.
• Diagnoses transmissions and performs vehicle repairs such as filters, gaskets, seals, and computer-controlled systems, all associated wiring and associated hydraulic components.
• Diagnoses and repairs pumps, valves, switches and controls, both computer and manual related hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems including aerial equipment.
• Installs special lighting and equipment for City vehicles including new vehicle preparation, emergency lighting, communication systems, hydraulic and pneumatic auxiliary systems, plows and sanders, toolboxes and hitches.
• Diagnoses, charges, recycles, and repairs air conditioning and heating systems including compressors, manifolds, and computer related controls.
• Diagnoses, repairs, and overhauls gas and diesel engines, both in-frame and out of frame.
• Uses welding and cutting equipment to make repairs or modify equipment.
• Keeps records of work performed, time and materials used by job in a computerized maintenance management system.
• Ability to work on call as needed.

The listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive. They may be modified with additions, deletions, or changes as necessary.

Knowledge

Working knowledge of electrical/electronic systems

Working knowledge of:

• Hydraulic and pneumatic
• Standard and metric measurement systems

Skills and Abilities

Computer Skills - Strong skills needed to work with diagnostic equipment and vehicle systems.

Communication - Strong skills needed to follow procedures and complete work orders; and to communicate effectively with co-workers, management staff and City employees regarding those work orders.

Analytical - Strong skills required for diagnosis and repair of all vehicle and equipment systems.

Mechanical - Advanced skills required for manipulation of tools used in vehicle repair. Ability required to operate all test equipment.

Mathematical - Strong skills required for reading calipers, micrometers, and degrees and angles on alignments.

A valid Colorado Driver's License and good driving record.

• High school or equivalent
• Ability to obtain and maintain Two ASE…