Fleet Mechanic I

Okaloosa Gas•Valparaiso, FL

About The Position

Applies basic level knowledge to accomplish scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the District vehicle and support equipment fleet based on daily production assignments with limited Supervision . Assist in analyzing automotive problems and make s routine and non-routine repairs and maintenance on gas , diesel and Compressed Natural Gas automotive and support equipment. Incumbents in this position will be held to the District’s Gold Standard for Customer Service.

Requirements

High School plus two to five years of experience - or Two years of college ( Associates Degree ) plus zero to two years of experience.
Knowledge of automotive and heavy equipment diagnosis and repair gasoline and diesel fuel .
High-level skills in the maintenance and repair of automotive and grounds maintenance equipment and heavy equipment.
Proven skills in operating shop tools and machines.
Alertness and careful attention to all safety standards.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Precision with all work done, whether repairs to vehicles or equipment; accuracy with accompanying paperwork.
Must possess and maintain valid Florida driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the District and its insurers.
Ability to operate machines and equipment used in the automotive mechanical trade.
Certification to operate forklift.
Proficiency in performing diagnostic procedures using a computer analyzer to detect motor trouble and analyze motor performance on all equipment.
Skills to maintain and repair vehicles and equipment to include; main and connecting rod bearings, clutch plates, differentials and transmissions, brakes, front-end work, motor overhauls, air conditioning systems.
Must be appropriately dressed in a clean and neat District authorized uniform during work hours.
Regular attendance is essential.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s licensed is preferred.
May be to work other than normal business hours in perform ance of road side assistance for District fleet ; may be to perform stand-by shifts on a rotating schedule; may be to work overtime.
May be to work overtime with little notice.

Responsibilities

Applies basic knowledge to provide systematic maintenance wit h the Fleet Service Supervisor to ensure vehicles and equipment are kept in safe and reliable working condition , contributing to the daily efficiency, service and effectiveness of fleet maintenance.
Analyzes and makes repairs and services all District light-duty vehicles and heavy trucks.
Provides systematic maintenance of all support equipment.
Assist in p erform ing major vehicle repairs and diagnostic procedures using a computer analyzer to detect motor trouble and analyze motor performance on all equipment.
Analyzes and repairs and maintains non-vehicular heavy support equipment such as excavators, backhoes, etc.
Performs repairs on small engines, trailers and gas and diesel welders.
Maintains fleet maintenance work area in compliance with safety requirements and uses tools and equipment in the proper manner.
Orders parts based on troubleshooting and fault isolation to return vehicle and equipment to service.
Tracks material safety and waste-disposal data.
Must be able to safely and responsibly operate the automotive vehicle assigned.
Must maintain assigned vehicle through appropriate operator maintenance and by keeping said vehicle clean and neat at all times .
Position requires incumbent to respond to accidents and/or breakdowns in the field before, during and after regular work hours when needed.
Fills in for the Fleet Service Supervisor during periods where the l eader is absent.
Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Okaloosa Gas Districts offers a competitive benefits package, including:
BCBS Medical 100% employer paid for employee, 91% employer paid for family, BCBS Dental 100% employer paid for employee or family, BCBS Vision
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life insurance 100% employer paid, Short Term Disability 100% employer paid, Long Term Disability 100% employer paid, Accidental Death and Dismemberment 100% employer paid
AFLAC supplemental insurance, Air Ambulance insurance, Pet insurance
Vacation Leave (48 hours first year, 96 hours second year) accrual based, Sick Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based
11 Paid Holidays, includes 2 days for Thanksgiving and 2 days for Christmas
401(a) 8% Employer Defined Contribution Retirement, (employer paid, does not require employee contributions)
457(b) Employee Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Gym reimbursement up to $50 per month
Health Fair 100% employer paid
Wellness Program w/ incentives
Safety shoe reimbursement up to $100 per year
Uniforms 100% employer paid
Employer Assistance (Counseling) Program
Employee Events - Spring Crawfish Boil, Summer Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Annual Banquet/Holiday Party and up to $3,500 annual education reimbursement.