Emergency Vehicle Technician

City of Kirkland•Kirkland WA 98033, WA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Kirkland's Public Works Department is looking to hire one full-time for either the Emergency Vehicle Technician or Mechanic II position. This role provides safe, reliable, timely, and productive vehicles and work equipment to the staff of all City Departments. The technician must have knowledge of and ability to work with all fleet vehicle technologies, including diesel, hybrid, propane, and electric. The role requires the ability to perform independently and as part of a coordinated Fleet Team to provide superior customer service. The technician is responsible for achieving a high level of mechanical operational readiness of a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment through upfitting, maintenance, and repair of emergency response, construction-type, and staff vehicles. This position will have primary responsibility for the Department’s fleet inventory and may be called upon to assist, back-up, or work independently in other departments. The diverse fleet includes fire, police patrol, prisoner transport, special response vehicles, motorcycles, dump trucks, street sweepers, educator trucks, man lift trucks, paving equipment, custom trucks, backhoes, excavators, hybrids, dedicated propane vans/trucks, scooters, wide-area mowers, riding mowers, snow removal equipment, and staff passenger vehicles. The Emergency Vehicle Technician specializes in the maintenance and repairs of emergency vehicles.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
4 years journey-level experience in the repair and maintenance of automobiles, heavy trucks, gas and diesel engines, and electrical systems.
Or: Any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual’s knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s license and ability to remain insurable under the City’s insurance to operate motor vehicles.
Possess and maintain current Combination Driver’s License (Class A) with tanker endorsement.
Must possess and maintain a valid certification as an EVCC Emergency Vehicle Technician.
Upon hire, must provide own tool kit consisting of standard and metric, open-end and socket wrenches. Open-end wrenches must be standard size 1/4" through 1-1/4", metric size 6 mm through 22 mm. Socket sets 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" drive, standard size 1/4" through 1-1/4", metric size 6 mm through 22 mm. Various pliers, screwdrivers and other hand tools required to perform the essential function of the job must be part of the kit.
Knowledge of gas and diesel-powered trucks and heavy equipment, electrical installation and charging, hydraulics, braking systems (including air brakes), lighting installation, transmissions, and pumps.
Ability to troubleshoot and accurately diagnose mechanical and complex electrical repairs, including the use of a variety of hand and fixed power tools and equipment.
Ability to weld, fabricate, and modify equipment.
Good customer service and communications skills.
Basic familiarity with PC-based applications and operating systems.
Ability to lift 20-50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Candidates from a variety of mechanical backgrounds, including automotive, heavy-duty truck, and equipment, diesel, fleet, and other related mechanical fields, and encourage applicants with transferable skills to apply.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance on City vehicles and equipment, including lube and oil, brakes, filters, hoses, batteries, emission testing and other systems to protect the assets to ensure safety and reliability.
Performs all possible repairs and maintenance of City vehicles and equipment subject to priority of needs, staff availability and cost.
Upfits new and existing vehicles and associated equipment with such things as tool boxes, racks and emergency lighting, radio and mobile computer mounting to meet City needs.
Performs safety checks and inspections on City vehicles and equipment; adjusts, repairs, and replaces parts as necessary; ensures vehicles meet state and local standards for public transportation and safety compliance.
Operates a variety of equipment and machinery.
Determines the need for outside assistance in major repairs, seeking approval as necessary.
Maintains accurate records of maintenance, brake inspections, tires, oil changes, battery changes and tune-ups, and replaced parts.
Prepares vehicles for auction and salvage of surplus equipment.
Assists in establishing and maintaining a preventative maintenance program and schedule.
Maintains shop area, equipment, and tools in a safe, clean and orderly manner.
Operates common software programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases and maintenance management systems.
Assist in maintaining the shop parts inventory.
Fosters a positive and supportive work environment; promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace, contributing to an environment of respectful living and working in a multicultural society.
Performs functions as assigned in the City’s emergency response plan in the event of an emergency.
Be available for emergency response and alternate schedule or after-hours responsibilities.
Maintains excellent communications with customers across all departments and organizational levels to include e-mail, phone, and face-to-face contact.
Assists in identifying and selecting outside vendors as required.
Utilizes a work order system to maintain accurate vehicle cost, and history by vehicle.
Utilizes a computerized fleet equipment management system.