Fleet Maintenance Technician

City of Burbank•Burbank, CA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, to perform maintenance and make major and minor mechanical repairs on light and heavy gasoline, electric, propane, diesel, and alternate fuel powered equipment including refuse, transportation, construction, and specialized utility equipment at the journey level; and to perform related work as required. Essential Functions Inspects, diagnoses, adjusts, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and electronic defects and emission systems on all types of light and heavy equipment in conformance with industry standards; performs general overhauling, maintenance, and preventative maintenance; maintains and repairs hydraulic and electric systems within equipment; maintains records of time worked and paper and electronic service repair orders; orders parts; makes emergency repairs and service calls out of the shop; may supervise and provide input on evaluation for the Fleet Maintenance Apprentice; works in any work section of the operation at any time as assigned; performs workmanship and repairs to ensure the reliability and availability of the City’s fleet and the efficient operation of City services; drives on City business.

Requirements

Knowledge of the methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in the repair and maintenance of light and heavy equipment
Knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion and alternate fuel engines
Knowledge of vehicle and equipment systems and subsystems
Knowledge of California state emissions standards
Ability to use garage equipment and tools
Ability to make various types of mechanical repairs
Ability to inspect and diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance requirements
Ability to inspect and road test equipment and vehicles on which work was performed
Ability to supervise the work of an assistant
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to operate a computer, fleet management information system, and other required computer programs
Ability to accomplish tasks within an established timeframe
Ability to perform repairs to ensure the reliability and availability of the City’s fleet and the efficient operation of City services
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public
Graduation from high school or equivalent and any combination of education and or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance
A valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent at time of appointment
A valid California Class “A” or “B” driver’s license or equivalent with the following endorsements: hazardous materials, air brakes, and bulk tank within 12 months of appointment
A minimum of four National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications, pertinent to the job assignment, will be required at time of appointment or within six months of appointment

Nice To Haves

Experience, preferably, but not required, in working with full electric vehicles
Experience, preferably, but not required, in working with hydraulic systems
Experience, preferably, but not required, in working with air brake systems

Responsibilities

Inspects, diagnoses, adjusts, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and electronic defects and emission systems on all types of light and heavy equipment in conformance with industry standards
Performs general overhauling, maintenance, and preventative maintenance
Maintains and repairs hydraulic and electric systems within equipment
Maintains records of time worked and paper and electronic service repair orders
Orders parts
Makes emergency repairs and service calls out of the shop
May supervise and provide input on evaluation for the Fleet Maintenance Apprentice
Works in any work section of the operation at any time as assigned
Performs workmanship and repairs to ensure the reliability and availability of the City’s fleet and the efficient operation of City services
Drives on City business