General Description:

 This is an entry- level position in the Fleet Maintenance Department.  The work of this position involves maintenance, inspection and repair of vehicles and equipment. This will include performing a variety of technical, maintenance and minor repair tasks associated with the gasoline and diesel powered assets to include light and heavy-duty vehicles, light and heavy-duty equipment, small engines, and construction equipment. Will also be responsible for changing and repairing tires on all City vehicles and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Degree or equivalent followed by vocational training complemented by 0-1 years’ experience in general vehicle servicing and small engine repair or a related trade.  Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job, are acceptable as meeting the requirements for this position.  Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification helpful but not required.
• Must be familiar with all aspects of vehicle operation and must understand the functions of the minor components and systems.
• Must be competent at using service and maintenance tools and equipment, and be familiar with different lubricants and service parts specifically made for different makes of mechanical equipment. 
• Must be able to read and comprehend documents and instruction manuals and have good analytical skills to diagnose problems and make decisions about the most suitable repairs.  
• Must have good interpersonal skills to discuss vehicle problems and solutions with equipment operators or drivers.
• Must be self-motivated, energetic and results oriented.
• Must be able to perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must have ability to work overtime as emergencies and departmental needs occur.  Some occasions may occur with little to no notice. 
• Willingness to continually learn and enhance skill sets.
• Must possess or be able to obtain National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) 100 and 700 within three (3) months of employment. 
• Commercial Driver’s license is a plus, but not required.