Fleet Technician I

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. DOTI's Commitment to Equity: DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development. DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results. Fleet Management looks after 2,500+ vehicles and equipment, aiming to keep 96% or more city vehicles available. The team oversees vehicle use, maintenance expenses, replacements, new vehicle purchases, heavy equipment, and fuel contracts for Denver's City and County vehicles. The Fleet Management team has an opening for a Fleet Technician I. This is an excellent position for an early career or experienced mechanic who enjoys working on a variety of vehicles. In this role, you will be assigned to a line in the fleet shop for the repair, inspection, and maintenance of light, medium, and/or heavy fleet vehicles and equipment and will use a variety of fuel technologies including gasoline, diesel, electric, CNG, and other alternative sources. We also have all the latest diagnostic tools and manufacturer training!

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• One (1) year of experience in the maintenance of gasoline, diesel, and/or alternative/hybrid powered equipment or one year of experience in the repair of tires, tubes, wheels, hydraulic brakes, air brakes, and/or parking brake systems in an automotive repair shop or fleet department.
• Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
• Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements within six (6) months of employment and must be kept current as a condition of employment.
• Requires a Colorado Refrigerant Registration and a Colorado State Emission inspection license by the end of probation.
• Requires Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning as certified under section 609 of the Clean Air Act by an EPA-approved program by the end of probation.
• By position, requires Underground Storage Tank Class A, B, or C Operator Certification by the end of probation.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
• Applicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Commercial drivers must be able to do the following in English: Converse with the general public Understand highway traffic signs and signals Respond to official inquiries Make entries on reports and records

Nice To Haves

• An associate degree (or Trade School Certification) in automotive maintenance or similar a plus
• ASE Airbrake Certification
• The ability to be flexible in hours
• The ability to work on weekends or overtime if needed

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment brought to shop for structural integrity and other potential safety and maintenance problems
• Repair or replace worn parts not requiring major mechanical work.
• Identify and report to supervisor any major problems requiring mechanical attention
• Inspect primary and auxiliary operating systems for loose and worn parts, hydraulic system for faulty cylinders, hoses, or fittings, and air systems
• Remove, repair, and replace wheels and tires on equipment
• Respond to emergency road service on tires, tubes, and wheels of specialized and heavy-duty automotive equipment, utilizing hydraulic jacks and lifts
• Remove and replace sealed beam lighting units, light bulbs, light bars, and fuses
• Operate all types of vehicles and equipment to servicing and storage area
• Wash and steam clean equipment and clean work area
• Participate in snow removal duties as assignments

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
• Safety steel-toed boots and uniforms are supplied
• Upon completing one year of employment, you'll be eligible for a $1,000 tool allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees