Fleet Technician

It's not just about a job, it's about having a career where you can answer the call and make a difference! This Fleet Technician position is a NEW addition to our growing fleet maintenance team. Fleet Technicians perform preventive maintenance procedures and complete advanced-level repairs to District automobiles, light-duty vehicles, apparatus, and equipment.

Performs preventative maintenance procedures on light-duty staff vehicles, heavy-duty fire apparatus, and various auxiliary apparatus and equipment.

Performs advanced level diagnostics and corrective maintenance procedures on light-duty staff vehicles, heavy-duty fire apparatus, and various auxiliary apparatus and equipment. Systems include but are not limited to electrical, drive train, hydraulics, suspension, tires, brakes, engine emissions, fire suppression, and vehicle accessories. Obtains information and communicates with vendors to understand technical specifications and procedures, and ordering technically-specific parts. Communicates directly with internal customers to understand concerns and inform diagnosis as well as updating status of repairs and maintenance.

Performs road tests, and operates staff vehicles, heavy-duty fire apparatus, and various auxiliary apparatus for preventative maintenance, diagnostic procedures, annual testing, and repair confirmation.

Communicates with internal customers to understand functional needs. Designs, fabricates, and installs a variety of items as necessary for special projects, vehicle set-ups, and modifications

Digitally records labor, parts, and comments to reflect all maintenance and repairs performed.

• Transports vehicles and equipment throughout the Portland Metro area as needed to District maintenance facilities, outside vendor establishments, and customer locations. May pick up and deliver parts from local vendors as directed.
• Assists with maintenance and cleaning tasks at the Logistics Service Center.
• Participates in Divisional project development as assigned.
• May perform maintenance, repair, and annual certification on various types of District equipment as assigned.

Further details on the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of this position can be found in the job description.

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).
• An associate degree in automotive and/or diesel technology is preferred.

• Three (3) years experience as a general technician with demonstrated experience in all onboard systems.
• Five (5) years of experience is preferred.

• Current, valid Oregon Class B commercial driver's license (Class A preferred) with air brake and tank endorsements and maintain a driving record insurable by the District's insurer. Incumbents will have eighteen (18) months to obtain this qualification.
• EVT Level III certification is preferred.
• A basic welding certificate in mild steel or aluminum is preferred.

• Manual dexterity and close attention to detail.
• Ability to complete small fabrication projects using mild steel and aluminum materials. Some welding may be required for these projects.
• A thorough knowledge of preventative maintenance standards as outlined by NFPA publication 1911 is preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of most of the following systems on heavy or light-duty apparatus:
  • Heavy-duty diesel and automotive-based gasoline engines both manual and electronically controlled
  • Automatic transmissions
  • Standard automotive and heavy-duty air brakes, including disc and drum components
  • Suspension, and steering systems
  • Multiplex and 12V electrical systems
  • Computerized engine and drive train control system
  • Basic hydraulic systems
  • Climate control and air conditioning systems
  • Emissions and aftertreatment systems
• Must be able to participate in District provided training and then demonstrate proficiency in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of Fire and EMS-specific systems, including but not limited to the following:
  • Fire pumps and control systems
  • Allison Transmissions
  • Tak 4, air ride, and hydraulic…