Fleet Mechanic Trainee, I or II

Fleet Mechanic Opportunities

Emerald Coast Utilities Authority offers various positions for Fleet Mechanics, including Trainee, I, and II levels. The salary range for these positions is $41,267.20 to $92,684.80 annually. The job is located at Sanitation, 3050 Godwin Lane, Pensacola, FL 32526.

Vacancies will be filled as Fleet Mechanic Trainee, Fleet Mechanic I, or Fleet Mechanic II. The salary range reflects potential earnings for this position, with experienced employees earning toward the higher end of the range. Most new hires, especially those without extensive experience, will start near the entry-level pay range. Candidates with significant comparable experience in the field may start just below the midpoint.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs entry-level maintenance and repair tasks on light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and related equipment. Primary focus is preventive maintenance (PM), inspections, tire service, and assisting higher-level mechanics. Works under close supervision; work is reviewed in progress and upon completion. This classification is preparatory for progression to Fleet Mechanic I.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform preventive maintenance services (10/15/25 intervals), lubrication, and safety inspections using established checklists.
• Check, top off, and replace fluids; replace wiper blades, bulbs, belts, and hoses as directed.
• Mount, dismount, repair, rotate, and balance tires.
• Remove and replace basic bolt-on components (e.g., batteries, alternators, starters, radiators, water pumps) under supervision.
• Assist with brake relines and adjustments.
• Assist with hydraulic hose replacement and perform visual leak checks; report findings.
• Use diagnostic tools at a basic level to retrieve and document fault codes; escalate diagnosis.
• Perform mobile PM services on ECUA property; complete inspection documentation accurately.
• Transport parts and maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work area.
• Support road calls by transporting tools/parts; no independent diagnostics or repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with this classification.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs journey-level maintenance and repair on automotive vehicles and equipment. Diagnoses and repairs standard mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues; average to considerable difficulty on light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and specialized equipment, including diagnosis and repair of brake, steering/suspension, hydraulic, electrical, and HVAC systems. Performs advanced preventive maintenance (PM) services, road calls, and field repairs. Works under general supervision and exercises independent judgment on routine problems, and mentors Trainees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform full preventive maintenance (PM) services and condition-based inspections; identify and correct faults beyond Trainee scope.
• Diagnose and repair brake systems (air and hydraulic), including components such as calipers, chambers, S-cams, and valves; perform ABS diagnostics and standard system troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and repair steering and suspension systems (linkages, bushings, springs, shocks); perform alignments if equipment is available.
• Service and repair hydraulic systems, including PTOs, pumps, cylinders, valves, and hose fabrication; set and verify system pressures.
• Troubleshoot and repair 12/24V electrical systems using wiring diagrams; repair harnesses, connectors, and charging/starting systems.
• Perform A/C service and repair in compliance with EPA 609 standards.
• Use OEM and aftermarket diagnostic software and tools to retrieve data, perform guided diagnostics, and verify repairs.
• Perform road calls and field repairs independently; recover equipment safely.
• Execute component removal and replacement (R&R) on engines, transmissions, and axles, including clutches, hubs, bearings, radiators, coolers, and related components.
• Assist with CNG fuel system inspections and leak detection as trained.
• Prepare accurate work orders, parts lists, and inspection documentation; ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and ECUA standards.
• Mentor and assist Trainees with basic tasks and documentation.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with this classification.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs advanced diagnostics, repairs, and troubleshooting on complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and integrated vehicle systems. Serves as the technical lead and escalation point for complex repairs, road calls, and unresolved equipment issues. Works independently under general supervision while providing technical guidance to lower-level mechanics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Diagnose and repair complex and multi-system failures across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, HVAC, and integrated vehicle systems, including cascading or interrelated faults.
• Perform advanced diagnostics on ABS systems, CAN/J1939 networks, multiplexed systems, and intermittent electrical faults requiring root cause analysis beyond…