Fleet Maintenance Technician
About The Position
The Fleet Maintenance Technician supports the Operations Division of Solid Waste Services and helps keep its vehicle fleet safe, serviceable, and operationally ready. Solid Waste Services collects and processes residential garbage, recycling, and yard waste, as well as providing specialized collection services. Its fleet includes 114 vehicles, such as automatic side loaders, rear loaders, front-end loaders, roll-offs, and knuckle booms, along with a small number of light-duty vehicles used by field staff. The position performs vehicle transport, servicing, diagnosis, and repair duties, and oversees quality assurance and control for maintenance performed by City garages and outside vendors. Work requires independent problem-solving to address technical issues and maintain the overall readiness of solid waste equipment, vehicles, and related systems. Duties may also include other job-related tasks beyond those specifically listed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, and 1 to 3 years of experience in vehicle maintenance or a related field; an equivalent combination of training and/or experience may substitute.
- Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
- Knowledge of basic characteristics and repairs of heavy-duty diesel equipment.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, including standard office equipment and word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications.
- Skill in safe driving, using automotive servicing tools and equipment for diagnostics and repairs, customer service, and prioritizing work assignments.
- Ability to maintain and organize files, shop computer databases, and paperwork; perform routine and basic heavy-duty equipment servicing and repairs; and transport and move vehicles as needed.
Responsibilities
- Transport vehicles from various facilities for maintenance, repairs, and body shop estimates.
- Analyze and prioritize vehicle maintenance service requests to maintain operational readiness.
- Perform basic automotive and emergency equipment diagnosis and repairs, including battery and tire replacement, fueling, cleaning, equipment removal, and other general servicing.
- Respond to emergency service calls for batteries, tire repairs, and other minor automotive repairs.
- Manage vehicle storage at designated facilities and motor-pool locations.
- Transport refuse vehicles to City garages and City-approved vendors for maintenance and repair.
- Perform quality control checks on vehicles serviced by City garages and outside vendors.
- Maintain and organize files, shop computer databases, and paperwork.
- Perform routine and basic heavy-duty equipment servicing and repairs.
- Assist mechanics with installation, repair, or removal of police equipment.
- Work as a team member with other Fleet Maintenance Technicians and follow oral and written instructions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
