Fleet Intern

City of Gainesville • Gainesville, FL

4d • $15 - $26

About The Position

The Fleet Intern is a temporary, part-time developmental position in the City of Gainesville’s Fleet Operations department. It offers hands-on service and repair work on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including riding mowers, cars, pickups, medium and heavy trucks, fire apparatus, and construction equipment, for individuals interested in pursuing a career as a Fleet Technician. The position is described as requiring 20 to 25 hours per week; the general student-position qualifications elsewhere in the posting state that students must be able to work 15 to 20 hours per week.

The role provides entry-level assignments and projects in support of the department and works under general supervision. Interns shadow and train with experienced professionals, assist with day-to-day operations and special projects, and conduct research and other support work. Applicants must be enrolled in an institution of higher learning and meet the education and GPA requirements described below. Benefits are not available to temporary employees.

Requirements

• High school graduation or an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• For intern consideration, current enrollment in an institution of higher learning while working toward an associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• For fellow consideration, current enrollment in an institution of higher learning while working toward a master’s or doctoral degree in a related field.
• Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA.
• Provide documentation of current enrollment, college level, and applicable certifications upon hiring, with further documentation required for each educational level after hire.
• Relevant work or classroom experience in an area related to the department.
• Basic knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and practices.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Analytical ability and aptitude for problem solving.
• Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex information and issues clearly and concisely.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate productively and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work the stated part-time schedule; the posting specifies 20 to 25 hours per week for this position and 15 to 20 hours per week in its general student qualifications.
• No certifications or licenses are required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Innovative and forward-thinking approach.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and train with experienced professionals in the assigned area.
• Assist the department and staff with day-to-day operations and tasks.
• Assist in preparing information and research materials, and create and maintain PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets.
• Assist with department-specific assignments and special projects.
• Write reports, conduct research, analyze data, and make recommendations to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Communicate with a variety of audiences, including the Mayor, City Commissioners, and members of the public.
• Attend business meetings and networking events as applicable.
• Attend work on a continuous and regular basis.
• Perform service and repair work on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including riding mowers, cars, pickups, medium and heavy trucks, fire apparatus, and construction equipment.
• As needed, assist with office duties such as answering phone inquiries, directing calls, providing basic company information, overseeing mail and deliveries, maintaining files, organizing documents, and photocopying, faxing, or scanning.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits are not available for temporary employees. The posting describes benefits available to regular employees, including health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid holidays, a pension plan, deferred compensation, on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff, and a wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree