District 8 - Fleet Specialist I, II, or III

State of Oklahoma • Tulsa, OK

11d • $43,800 - $53,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is hiring a Fleet Specialist at Level I, II, or III in District 8’s Operations Division in Tulsa. The position performs mechanical and technical work to repair and maintain automobiles, trucks, boats, heavy equipment, engines, motors, and related assemblies. Duties and level of responsibility vary by level and may include fleet facility supervision and management.

Level I is entry-level work involving routine minor repairs and preventive maintenance, such as oil changes, lubrication, tire changes, vehicle cleaning, tune-ups, belt or brake-shoe replacement, and small-engine repairs. Level II performs the full range of maintenance and repair work on vehicles and equipment, including replacement of defective parts and work on engine components, electrical circuits, hydraulic and emissions systems, brakes, and air-conditioning systems. Level III performs highly skilled mechanical work on specialized heavy-duty equipment, troubleshoots difficult problems, completes major repairs, and may direct or review the work of others.

The role is based at 4002 N. Mingo Valley Expressway, Tulsa, OK 74116, and reports to the Road Maintenance Supervisor. Candidates may be required to complete a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and a physical abilities demonstration. ODOT employees must obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license within five months of appointment and an EPA-approved MVAC refrigerant certification within 12 months; a CNG certification may also be required within 12 months.

Requirements

• Level I: One year of experience maintaining or repairing automobiles, trucks, light- or heavy-duty road equipment, combustion engines, or chassis; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of Automotive/Diesel Mechanic education or training.
• Level II: Two years of experience maintaining or repairing automobiles, trucks, light- or heavy-duty road equipment, combustion engines, or chassis; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of Automotive/Diesel Mechanic education or training.
• Level III: Three years of experience maintaining or repairing automobiles, trucks, light- or heavy-duty road equipment, combustion engines, or chassis; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of Automotive/Diesel Mechanic education or training.
• Knowledge of mechanical principles of two- and four-cycle internal combustion engines, relevant tools and equipment, occupational hazards and safety precautions, and lubricants, as applicable to Level I.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance, identify causes of equipment failure, make routine repairs, read and interpret parts manuals, and follow verbal and written instructions, as applicable to Level I.
• Knowledge of mechanical trade tools, equipment, and terminology; diagnosing light- and heavy-duty equipment problems; internal combustion engines; vehicle and equipment drive and other systems; and shop parts-ordering procedures, as applicable to Levels II and III.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools, read and understand parts manuals, service manuals, and schematics, and follow verbal and written instructions, as applicable to Levels II and III.
• Level III: Knowledge of repair costs and the cost of new equipment; ability to perform advanced technical repairs, including welding; direct mechanics and helpers; and use highly technical diagnostic tools such as lab scopes, scanners, and computer software.
• Some positions require a valid Oklahoma driver’s license at appointment.
• ODOT and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority appointees must possess or obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license no later than five months after appointment.
• ODOT applicants must pass a drug test before appointment.
• ODOT positions require an EPA-approved Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning refrigerant certification within 12 months of initial appointment; a Compressed Natural Gas certification may also be required within 12 months.
• Some agencies may designate positions in this job family as safety-sensitive.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and minor or major repairs on state vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems; operate diagnostic tools and computer software; weld and fabricate as needed.
• Inspect and test equipment for safety and proper working order, and maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Complete paperwork, assist with writing specifications, maintain inventory, and order parts and supplies.
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical personnel; provide roadside assistance, towing, and rollback services as required.
• Perform supervisor duties as directed and report to work outside normal hours for emergency operations.
• Supervise a repair facility, review specialists’ work, and provide training and assistance with engine malfunction analysis and repair-or-replacement decisions, as assigned.
• Plan and direct repair-facility operations, prepare project schedules, coordinate with engineering and other departments, and ensure appropriate equipment is available for scheduled activities, as assigned.
• Perform transportation planning, assess current and future service levels and needs against projected revenues, and coordinate meetings to evaluate fleet and equipment needs, as assigned.
• Research, investigate, analyze, and report on the equipment fleet; recommend equipment purchases, replacements, or reassignments and draft preliminary specifications, as assigned.
• Manage or develop assigned-unit budgets for operations, equipment, parts, and supplies, and ensure expenses align with the approved budget, as assigned.
• At Level I, perform routine maintenance and repairs, including oil and filter changes, chassis lubrication, tire changes, cleaning, tune-ups, belt or brake-shoe changes, and small-engine repairs; order some shop parts.
• At Level II, perform a full range of vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs, and provide training and guidance to workers performing routine preventive maintenance, as assigned.
• At Level III, troubleshoot difficult-to-identify repair needs, independently complete major repair projects or direct team projects, and direct or review other workers’ work as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual benefit allowance of up to $20,538.24 for employees and dependents enrolling in benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account enrollment options.
• Retirement savings plans, including the Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan with employer matching and the OPERS Defined Benefit Plan for eligible returning employees.
• Annual leave accrual of 15 to 25 days, depending on years of service.
• Sick leave accrued at 15 days per year.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Annual longevity payments for eligible employees with at least two years of State service.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed