Equipment Technician II; Heavy Equipment; Grade 13

Overview

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE’S FLEET SERVICES DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

The City of Huntsville’s Fleet Services department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Equipment Technician II (Heavy Equipment) position(s). Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People. To Learn more about our awesome Fleet Services Team click the link below and Apply today!

The Fleet Management Division’s goal is to furnish City departments with properly equipped and well-maintained vehicles and equipment. The responsibilities of the division include the purchase, fueling, repair and maintenance of City-owned vehicles and equipment, including automated garbage trucks, emergency response vehicles and equipment used for construction and landscaping.

This is skilled work at an advanced journey level in the repair and maintenance of automotive and heavy construction equipment. Work involves leading and giving work direction to mechanics engaged in heavy equipment repair. Work assignments are given in the form of repair orders and the employee uses extensive independent judgment as to the method of repair. Work is reviewed through inspection in process and at completion of jobs.

• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification in Heavy/Medium Truck Brakes, Steering, and Drivetrain or equivalent Manufacturer Training & Certification to include but not limited to General Motors, Ford, etc. Candidates hired with equivalent Manufacturer Training & Certification must obtain ASE Certification in Heavy/Medium Truck Brakes, Steering and Drivetrain within eleven (11) months of hire or promotion date.
• Certain positions will also require Fire Apparatus Technician Certification from the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification Commission, Inc., in at least one area (F1 - F6). Commercial Driver's license, Class A Passenger Endorsements required or must be obtained within eleven (11) months of hire and/or promotion date.

Minimum Education, Training And Experience
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency, including, or supplemented by training in diesel and heavy equipment mechanics; and thorough experience in the repair of diesel and gasoline vehicles and equipment; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• ASE Certification as noted above or equivalent Manufacturer Training & Certification in Heavy/Medium Truck Brakes, Steering and Drivetrain with certification within 11 months of hire/promotion date.
• Certain positions require Fire Apparatus Technician Certification from EVT Commission in at least one area (F1 - F6). Commercial Driver's license, Class A Passenger Endorsements required or must be obtained within eleven (11) months of hire/promotion date.

Must pass the written portion of the CDL, Class A Endorsement test and pass the written test for the CDL, Class A Passenger Endorsement within six (6) months of hire/promotion date and must pass the driving test to obtain a valid CDL, Class A Endorsement within eleven (11) months of hire/promotion date.

The City of Huntsville offers a competitive benefits package for regular, full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirements and leave benefits. See the City’s policies for full details. Benefits include Medical Insurance, Mental Health/Substance Abuse support, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Supplemental Voluntary Benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, and more. The City also provides a Health & Wellness Center, EAP, financial wellness programs, and various leave programs (Sick Leave, Annual Leave, Military Leave, Holidays, Longevity Pay) and College 529 Savings Program.

Details are described in the City’s benefits documentation and SPD language.

Important Note:
The City’s benefit information is provided…