Fleet Technician

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus* Performs skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment, under limited supervision. Analyzes and diagnoses gas and fuel operated vehicles for maintenance defects. Performs Virginia state and emission inspections of vehicles and equipment. Performs road tests on new and repaired vehicles. Operates specialized equipment common to the automotive repair industry and machine shops.

Performs related work as required. Schedules: Day Shifts - 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., OR 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Evening Shift - 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Locations: Alban, Jermantown, Newington or West Ox depending on the needs of the Department of Fleet Management (DFM). Note: Multiple full-time Fleet Technician I positions may be filled from this announcement.

This is an entry-level position, and the salary offer will not exceed the mid-point ($72,728.66) of the advertised salary range. Compensation rules apply per Fairfax County personnel regulations for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools employees. The position may be underfilled as a Fleet Technician Aide (S15); the Underfill Requirements are stated below in the Employment Standards section.

* A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available to new county employees hired in the full-time Fleet Technician I position. Applicants must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application submission to be eligible. This bonus program requires a signed payback agreement between the department and employee. To learn more about a career with the Fairfax County Department of Fleet Management, watch our video " This is The Department of Fleet Management ".

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Repairs, services, inspects, and diagnoses components such as: engines, transmissions, after-treatment exhaust systems, brakes, clutches, radiators, electrical/electric components, HVAC components, hydraulic system components, pumps, bearings, steering, suspension, axles, differentials, and sub systems for automobiles, trucks, trailers, motorcycles, off-road equipment, pumps, generators, and other mechanical equipment;
• Performs basic general preventative maintenance care to vehicles and equipment including changing oil filters, lubricating chassis, replacing belts, hoses, tires, and other for diesel, internal combustion, and hybrid engines;
• Performs basic general preventative maintenance on electric engine vehicles to include software updates, brakes, and tires;
• Follows checklists to ensure all critical parts are examined;
• Reads and interprets diagnostic test results to identify mechanical problems;
• Performs emergency road and tire repairs in all weather conditions;
• Maintains records of inspections, test results, work performed, and parts used in the automated vehicle maintenance system;
• Attends fleet specific and safety training;
• Maintains awareness of new trends and technologies in the field of automotive repair;
• Cleans vehicles and equipment, neatly storing tools and parts, properly discarding old/unused parts, sweeps areas, and collecting and empties trash as needed;
• Follows all environmental regulations, and disposing of chemicals, trash, etc. in designated areas;
• Recycles when required.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of methods and tools commonly used by journey level service technicians in the repair and maintenance of automotive and industrial equipment;
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade;
• Mechanical skills to be familiar with engine components and systems and know how they interact with each other;
• Troubleshooting skills to diagnose mechanical problems and make appropriate repairs to a wide variety of automotive and industrial equipment;
• Basic keyboarding…