Fleet Maintenance Technician

City of Boise•Boise, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position works under general supervision and is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of turf, off-road, construction, and other light- to medium-duty equipment. Equipment serviced includes mini excavators, backhoes, mowers, trailers, sweepers, side-by-sides, UTVs, ATVs, chainsaws, string trimmers, handheld blowers, pumps, and other small- to mid-sized equipment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, troubleshooting, and solving a variety of mechanical problems. Technicians work on engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, drivetrains, brakes, attachments, small engines, and some fabrication-related repairs. This is a great opportunity to build your experience in a shop environment that offers variety, challenge, and continuous growth.

Requirements

Associate's degree, 2 years technical/trade school or equivalent military training
4 years of experience in an automobile, heavy truck or equipment maintenance/repair organization or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Valid state-issued driver's license.
Knowledge of: maintenance and repair of heavy industrial equipment and trucks; operation and repair of automotive equipment and tools; computer usage including related software; and diagnostics, electronic repair, mechanical repair and fabrication on systems common to automobiles and police or fire emergency vehicles.
Ability to work without close supervision; follow policies and procedures; furnish own hand tools; provide quality customer service; safely operate a variety of vehicles, maintenance and repair equipment and tools; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.
Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
Must be able to pass City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks.
Must be able to pass driving record check.
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

Eight years of hands on combined experience in an automobile, heavy truck or equipment maintenance/repair organization.
Master Level Certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) program in automobiles and heavy trucks.
Certification in the Emergency Vehicle Technician Association (EVT) program in the areas of Airfield Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF), Fire Truck Electrical and Emergency Vehicle Technician.

Responsibilities

Performs all duties of an entry level mechanic, in addition to providing mentoring and team coordination.
Performs more complex, skilled tasks and assists others as required.
Conducts preventive maintenance services on vehicles and equipment per manufacturers' specifications or City of Boise requirements.
Performs safety inspections of overall vehicle or equipment.
Diagnoses issues with, installs and repairs specialized equipment and systems.
Repairs vehicle systems identified through preventative maintenance inspections or as required due to vehicle or equipment failure.
Repairs, rebuilds or replaces components utilizing specialty tools specific to the mechanic trade.
Documents repairs and services required in the fleet program.
Performs fabrication and welding repairs on vehicles and equipment.
Coordinates services and repairs with department designees.
Greets customers and advises on type and estimated cost of repairs, repair status and time to vehicle completion.
Communicates with vendors, dealers and manufacturers to facilitate warranties or sublet repairs.
Assists with ordering parts and services.
Processes repair orders in the computer system.
Verifies accuracy of equipment meter, parts, sublet and services provided along with entry of technician comments to explain course of service or repair.
Performs other duties as assigned.