Fleet Services Mechanic

Boone County Fiscal Court•Burlington, KY

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Fleet Services Mechanic is a crucial role responsible for the maintenance and servicing of vehicles and equipment for Boone County. This position involves close collaboration with various County Departments to ensure the efficient operation of all machinery. A strong understanding of County policies and maintenance procedures is essential for success in this role.

Requirements

Graduation from a standard high school, vocational school or the equivalency supplemented by considerable experience in automotive and equipment maintenance or any combination of experience/training which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to perform required duties in the Fleet Services Division
Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, procedures, equipment manuals, and safety documents
Proficient in the use of computers and related technologies, including diagnostic software, fleet management systems, and email communication tools to effectively perform job duties
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Solves practical problems while dealing with several abstract and concrete variables
Interprets a variety of complex technical and instructional information
Makes decisions which serve the county’s best interest and follows the missions and objectives of the Public Works Department
Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Kentucky driver’s license
Possession of or ability to obtain within one year, a valid Commonwealth of Kentucky Class A commercial driver’s license
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties
The ability to perform complex data including the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize and/or reference data, statutes and/or guidelines and/or group rank, investigate and diagnose
Requires discretion in determining and referencing established standards to recognize effects and relationship
Knowledge of the operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines, and the characteristics and maintenance requirements of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment
Ability to work with other department, county and other agency personnel
Ability to work under general supervision
Must display positive communication
Must display objectivity
Must display willingness to solve problems
Must display commitment to Boone County’s best interests
Must adhere to the applicable provisions of the Public Works Department Rules and Procedures, the Boone County Personnel Policies and Procedures, the Boone County Administrative Code, the Kentucky Revised Statutes, and any other procedures, rules, regulations, and policies set forth by appropriate authorities
Must be neat in appearance
Must be 18 years or older
Must maintain confidentiality when required

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain an ASE Certification in Automotive Repair and Heavy-Duty Truck Repair

Responsibilities

Perform the duties of the Fleet Services Shop Leader in their absence
Assist with the maintenance of shop facilities, tools and supplies to ensure that tools and shop equipment are clean and in proper working order; supplies are properly ordered and accounted for
Clean and sweep shop
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Clean and refuel vehicles and equipment
Assist in the maintenance of records of material used, record keeping on individual vehicles and equipment in order to provide information for periodic reports as required
Maintain and follow schedules for preventive maintenance according to the vehicle/equipment manufacturer
Diagnose, adjust, repair, and service diesel and gasoline engines, timing and electrical systems, automatic and standard transmissions, clutch systems, air and hydraulic brake systems, manual and hydraulic steering systems, Hydraulic systems of all types on a variety of gasoline-powered equipment and vehicles such as fire apparatus and police vehicles, snow removal Equipment, small engines, tractors, slope mowers, bucket trucks, hydraulic sweepers and others
Repair and/or change tires, batteries, greases, lubricants, motor oil and transmission fluid
Make service calls on location as needed as directed by the Fleet Services Supervisor or designee
Diagnose, Service, repair and operate Construction Equipment, Excavators, Backhoes, Skid Steers Tracked and Tired, Loader’s, Black Top Paver’s, Roller’s, Concrete Saws up to 40”
Diagnose, Service, Repair and Operate all types of Watercrafts. From Boats and Trailers ranging from 12 feet to 36 feet
Diagnose, Service, Repair and operate Boone County Sheriff’s Department vehicles and special service vehicles. High speed pursuit vehicles, MRAP, Offroad Vehicles, Trailer’s, and Radar Trailers, also include upfits. Gun Locks, Radar, Partitions install, Camera systems, K-9 upfits
Ability to weld and use acetylene and oxygen cutting torches
Fabricate special one-off parts needed for Snow and ice equipment
Assist with the Department’s snow removal operations
Perform other duties as assigned
Assist in supervisory duties when supervisors are away or absent