Fleet Technician I MediumHeavy Equipment
Fleet Technician I MediumHeavy Equipment
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05-04-2025
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Description
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THE FLEET TECHNICIAN I (AUTOMOBILE EQUIPMENT) YOU MUST COMPLETE A SEPARATE APPLICATION.
This position is responsible for the mechanical repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment.Major Duties
- Performs engine exhaust electrical brake hydraulic HVAC transmission and other system repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
- Performs scheduled preventative maintenance functions including checking the condition of and operation of batteries fluids tires lights transmissions exhaust systems brakes etc.
- Performs a variety of engine diagnostic procedures.
- Performs emergency roadside repairs on vehicles as required; troubleshoots vehicle/equipment failures at job sites; operates a wrecker to transport vehicles for repairs.
- Completes required paperwork related to work orders.
- Maintains shop equipment and assigned tools.
- Delivers vehicles and equipment to the dealer for repairs.
- Maintains the shop and performs house keeping duties.
- Installs specialized equipment on vehicles and equipment.
- Performs related duties.
- Knowledge of the methods tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
- Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of work safety principles.
- Knowledge of computers and jobrelated diagnostic software.
- Skill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
- Skill in the diagnosis and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
- Skill in problem solving.
- Skill in prioritizing multiple job workloads.
- Skill in interpersonal relations.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot checks completed work for compliance with procedures accuracy and the nature and propriety of the results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include manufacturer maintenance and repair manuals work safety guidelines and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment selection and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK- The work consists of related vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair duties. The variety of equipment to be maintained contributes to the complexity of the work.
CONTACTS- The purpose of this position is to participate in the repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of safe and wellmaintained vehicles for a variety of city operations.
- Contacts are typically with coworkers other city personnel dealers and vendors.
- Contacts are typically to exchange information resolve problems and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting standing walking bending crouching or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects climbs ladders use stools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity distinguishes between shades of color and utilizes the sense of smell.
- The work is typically performed in a garage stockroom and outdoors occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise dust dirt grease machinery with moving parts landfill environment or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks goggles gloves etc.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from standard senior high school or GED as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA);and
- Two 2 years recent experience as a mechanic (maintenance/repair of heavy equipment medium and heavy trucks (or a combination of these); and
- One 1 year recent experience as a mechanic in the maintenance and repair of both diesel and gasoline engines.
Must complete and accept Condition of Employment and Certification of Understanding & CDL Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer Form. (See Condition for details.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS- Must furnish own hand tools for mechanic trade.
- An employee in this position is required to participate in afterhour standby duty toinclude holidays and weekends.
- Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined by the City of Dothan. Must be regularly available and willing to work at least 8 hours per day 40 hours per week or such other hours per day or hours per week as the City determines whether it is necessary or desirable to meet its operational needs. Must be available and willing to work such overtime per day or per week as the City determines is necessary or desirable to meet its operational needs.
- Valid operators driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA9/10/01
- Employees are required to obtain a Class A Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of date of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer to this position. (See condition for details.
- In an emergency and/or standby situation an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification. (Sec.230. 2 / PBA 1/9/95. This requirement must be met within six 6 months of employment/promotion /demotion/transfer. (See condition for details.
- An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal credit past employment and reference checks.
- Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy which includes preemployment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12
- Must meet the City of Dothans employment physical standards which include drug/alcohol testing.
Application / Examination
Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 60 of the final grade. The written exam will comprise the other 40 of the final grade.
Thewritten examinationis scheduled forApril 24 2025. If you meet the minimum qualifications an email notification inviting you to selfschedule the written exam will go out at a later date.YouMUST selfschedule your slot or you will not be allowed to test.The content areas of the written examination for the position of Fleet Technician I (Automobile Technician) includes the following:
Engine Powertrain Systems
Heating and Cooling Systems
Electrical Systems
Fuel Delivery Systems
Wheels Brakes Steering and Suspension Systems
Tools and Equipment
Safe Work Practices
You will be allowed two 2 hours and fifteen 15 minutes to complete the written exam. Once the written exam begins you will not be allowed to leave the room until you have finished.
NOTE: An applicant on vacation is responsible for attending the examination on the date scheduled. An applicant falling under federally protected leave (i.e. FMLA USERRA) is responsible for notifying the Personnel Department in writing no later than the closing date by emailing.
Please advise us at the time of application if you will need assistance and or accommodation to take this examination by emailingAn Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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