Fleet Services Technician III

City of Sarasota

47d • $25 - $32

About The Position

To repair and maintain City vehicles specialized apparatus, and related systems and other repairs or maintenance as assigned. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, Or vocational/technical school with courses in diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, heavy equipment repair, mechanics, and shop practices.
• Three (3) years experience as a journeyman-level automotive and/or heavy equipment mechanic, Training and experience may be used in lieu of educational requirement.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Class "B" or higher State of Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of employment is required.
• Possess and maintain at least four of the eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications, one must be in Brakes.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment, maintenance and repair of diversified automotive and/or heavy equipment, including heavy trucks, and various types of special equipment.
• Knowledge and experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy diesel engines, gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, air brake systems, heavy-duty transmissions, and engine/transmission cooling systems.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety procedures/ precaution to be taken to avoid injuries and mishaps.
• Ability to perform diagnostics, and remedy causes of malfunctions in a timely, cost-effective manner.
• Skilled in the use of all types of garage tools and equipment of the trade.
• Knowledge of metals, machinery, welding and brazing.
• Ability to work overtime and/or be on call.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate mechanics, superiors, other employees, and the public.
• Knowledge of the operation and repair of internal combustion gasoline and diesel engines and hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to diagnose defects of automotive equipment and to remedy defects.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinate mechanics, making efficient use of labor and materials.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in automobiles, specialized solid waste vehicles, aerial devices, hydraulic systems, pumps, and other specialized support equipment.
• Installs specialized equipment.
• Performs emergency repairs out of the shop.
• Diagnoses defects through testing and operation, in various light and heavy vehicular equipment, various types of special equipment, heavy diesel engines, gasoline engines, chassis, vehicular bodies, pumps, and auxiliary equipment.
• Determines methods, and parts needed to effectuate repairs.
• Performs and completes repairs.
• Assigns, orally or through written work orders, repair assignments to subordinates, as necessary.
• Supervises and inspects repairs performed by subordinate mechanics.
• May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an "on call, 24 hour per day" basis.
• Performs strenuous work in a variety of weather conditions including high heat conditions.

Benefits

• Retirement Benefit: The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED