Fleet Technician

Overview

Performs maintenance and repair work on behalf of the City’s Fleet Services Division; diagnoses and repairs mechanical issues; conducts preventative maintenance; prepares and maintains maintenance records; and performs other related duties as required.

• Repairs and maintains various types of City vehicles and equipment including automobiles, trailers, police vehicles, fire apparatus, ambulances, and/or public works equipment.
• Conducts maintenance and repairs on generators, pumps, chainsaws, or other equipment.
• Inspects City vehicles and equipment and makes necessary repairs to keep them in safe operating condition.
• Coordinates and performs preventative maintenance necessary to ensure the proper functioning of vehicles, mechanical systems, and component parts.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots various types of mechanical issues involving engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical, hydraulic, and fuel systems.
• Performs major and minor mechanical work; repairs or replaces water/fuel pumps, radiators, alternators, differentials, timing chains, belts, hoses, fuses, valves, and batteries.
• Responds to service calls for assistance; retrieves or repairs vehicles and equipment in the field.
• Prepares, updates, and maintains maintenance records and documentation.
• Assists in locating mechanical parts as required.
• Participates in cleaning and maintaining shop facilities and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

High School Diploma or equivalent, and two years experience working as a mechanic; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

At least one (1) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification required within one year of employment. Texas DOT Vehicle Inspection Certification is preferred. IMACA Refrigerant Handling Certification is required within twelve (12) months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Work is performed in a maintenance shop environment and in the field. Subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing under/over equipment, and lifting of objects up to 50 pounds. Exposure to variable weather conditions, dangerous machinery, noise from equipment operation, oil, grease, fuel, fumes and hazardous chemicals/materials.