Fleet Mechanic II

Town of Avon•Avon, CO

1d•$74,000 - $102,000

About The Position

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is hiring a Fleet Mechanic II to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including emergency vehicles, transit buses, excavators, snowplows, dump trucks, mowers, four-wheel-drive trucks, and passenger vehicles. Work includes mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. The position is expected to maintain an average annual billable ratio of at least 67%, with a target of 80%. The Fleet Mechanic II evaluates vehicle and equipment safety, diagnoses and repairs malfunctions, manages parts inventory, schedules maintenance, handles work requests, responds to road calls, and performs field repairs. The role also includes shop cleanup, vehicle and equipment pickup and delivery, assisting other mechanics, coordinating warranty and service matters with suppliers and manufacturers, and operating a range of heavy equipment and vehicles. The position requires maintaining current mechanical and electronic skills as technology evolves, and maintaining or obtaining DOT Annual Vehicle Inspector certification within six months. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. The employee may also be subject to random, unannounced testing. A background check and reference checks are required before employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of related experience working as an equipment and/or vehicle mechanic, including heavy diesel engine experience.
Completion of mechanic apprentice coursework with at least 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and 200 hours of classroom training, or combined experience and training consistent with a mechanic apprentice program curriculum.
Certification to use air-conditioning recycling and charging equipment.
Four ASE certifications or ASE Master Certification in Light Duty or Heavy Duty Vehicles and Equipment.
ASE certification, DOT certification, and maintained certifications in heavy-duty brakes.
Training and/or experience diagnosing and repairing emergency vehicles and associated onboard systems.
Training and/or experience diagnosing and repairing Lift-U wheelchair lifts and Ricon wheelchair ramps and lifts.
Training and/or experience diagnosing and repairing fire truck pumps, valves, and aerial ladders.
Knowledge, experience, and proficiency in cutting and welding various metals.
Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical systems, with the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems involving those systems.
Proficiency with Avon’s FASTER fleet maintenance software, including opening and closing work orders and accurately documenting work, parts, and comments.
Ability to complete a defensive driving course within six months of hire.
Ability to maintain and file accurate records.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to use two-way radios and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to read and interpret schematics and service manuals using books, computers, and the internet.
Ability to meet attendance requirements and follow instructions while working efficiently with others and independently.
Ability to use small tools and operate small equipment safely.
Valid Colorado Class B CDL with P2 and Air Brake endorsements, or ability to obtain them within six months.
Customer service skills.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Adequate hand tools in a roll-around toolbox.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test; the position may also be subject to random, unannounced testing.
Successful completion of required background and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

EVT-I certification for emergency vehicles.

Responsibilities

Evaluate vehicle and equipment safety and communicate findings to the fleet manager and/or customer.
Perform preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Diagnose failures and repair malfunctions in electrical and mechanical systems or components.
Manage fleet parts inventory.
Perform shop cleanup.
Schedule fleet repair and maintenance with Town of Avon departments and third parties.
Prioritize and process work requests.
Respond to road calls and perform field repairs as necessary.
Pick up and deliver vehicles and equipment throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
Instruct, advise, and assist other mechanics in diagnosing and repairing malfunctions.
Communicate with suppliers and manufacturers about warranty work, recommended service activities, recalls, and related matters.
Follow Town safety and health policies and procedures and monitor the Swift Gulch facility to promote a safe work environment.
Analyze and diagnose onboard electronics and computers using diagnostic data readers and laptop computers, including systems such as ATEC, WTEC, DDEC 2, 3 and 4, ZF transmissions, and automobile OBD II.
Operate heavy equipment and vehicles, including plow trucks, fire trucks, police cars, sweepers, and buses.
Maintain and improve mechanical and electronic knowledge and skills as technology changes.
Maintain DOT Annual Vehicle Inspector certification or obtain it within six months.
Determine when to seek assistance from other mechanics or assist them.