Fleet Specialist; Heavy Shop

Introduction

Do you enjoy diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of vehicles and equipment—including conventional automotive, heavy and light trucks, dozers, loaders, and other machinery? Join the Prince William County Department of Facilities and Fleet Management Fleet Division team and become part of an organization dedicated to keeping essential County operations moving.

Qualified candidates should have experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy vehicles and equipment, possess or be able to obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications and/or manufacturer certifications, and provide their own mechanic hand tools.

A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of hire, is required. Candidates must also successfully complete a medical physical, police background investigation, fingerprinting, credit check, and employment verification. Applicants for positions requiring a CDL must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse database.

Successful candidates will independently diagnose and repair County vehicles, hydraulic drive units, grounds maintenance equipment, and small equipment using electronic scan tools and machinery. Inside and outside work is required, and knowledge of computers and electronic data entry is preferred.

In this position, you will diagnose, adjust, repair, and service a broad spectrum of air compressors, pump systems, and truck hydraulic systems. You will perform advanced mechanical repairs, overhauls, and maintenance of specialized equipment, and fabrication or servicing of assemblies such as single‑ and two‑speed rear axles, multi‑speed transmissions, and hydraulic, compressed air, vacuum, and electrical control systems.

You will also perform preventive maintenance tasks on vehicles and equipment—inspecting, diagnosing, and locating mechanical issues. The role requires operating diverse shop machinery, precision instruments, and specialized tools including dynamo meters, valve refacing equipment, micrometers, lathes, and alignment gauges.

Additionally, you will diagnose and repair computer‑aided systems such as fuel injection, emission sensors, and anti‑skid brake systems using advanced diagnostic tools. The role also includes conducting state safety and emissions inspections, requisitioning parts via computerized systems, and maintaining detailed service records.

High School diploma or G.E.D., and at least 2 years of related experience in heavy construction equipment maintenance and repairs.

• Experience diagnosing, adjusting, repairing, and servicing air compressors and truck hydraulic systems.
• Experience performing skilled mechanical repairs, overhauls, and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Experience with fabrications and servicing assemblies such as rear axles, transmissions, and hydraulic and electrical control systems.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Experience with shop equipment, machinery, precision instruments, and specialized tools such as dynamo meters, micrometers, and alignment gauges.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing computer‑aided systems such as fuel injection and anti‑skid brakes.
• Experience conducting state safety and emissions inspections.
• Experience purchasing parts and materials via computerized systems.

• Must pass a police background check, medical physical, and drug testing, and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must have a Virginia State Safety Inspector license, or the ability to obtain one within one year.
• Must possess a Class A or B CDL, or be able to obtain one within 12 months.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly; up to 80 pounds applicable.

Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours a week. This position is considered essential and requires reporting to work in emergencies and may be required to work on holidays.

$25.44 to $36.98 per hour.

This position offers a hiring bonus of $3,000 for candidates who possess a Class A or Class B CDL, paid in two equal installments. The first installment of $1,500 is paid after 90 days of…