Fleet Technician I

City of Conroe•Conroe, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fleet Technician I performs a variety of tasks that vary in complexity and difficulty based on type of vehicle/equipment such as automotive, light/medium/heavy duty trucks, as well as small equipment like motorcycles, ATV/UTV, boats, power generation and electrical golf carts, light/messaging equipment. Jobs, such as maintenance inspections and light repairs involve minor adjustments, testing, measuring and/or replacement of parts and components. Major repairs involve recondition and replace parts such as axles, bearing, gears, seals, valves, bushings and pumps, various tools and precision measuring instruments, replacement may require disassembly and/or reassembly of the engine, transmission, differential or hydraulic components. Must be able to work during weather related emergencies and be available to stay at one location for an undetermined amount of time. Attendance and punctuality are an essential function of this position.

Requirements

Required completion of formal training in a postsecondary institution/training program or two years fleet experience.
Required or obtain (within six months) three ASE certifications.
Required or obtain (within six months) certification from MACS Mobile Air Conditioning Society in Freon installation, automotive air conditioning and emissions (including ASE 609, Refrigerant recycling and service procedures).
Required Safety and Emissions Certification from State of Texas. Must be obtained within six months of employment or attainment of position as a condition of continued employment with Fleet Services.
Proper tire repair procedures specifically related to pursuit vehicles.
Basic knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
Basic theories, practices, tools, parts, diagnostic equipment and materials necessary for the effective maintenance and repair of fleet units.
Extensive knowledge of computer controls and growing number of electronic systems and sensors.
Safe handling of chemicals associated with fleet repair, parts and various systems (fuel, brake, cooling systems, etc.) cleaning solvents and lubricants.
Safety practices and regulations for operating mechanical and electrical equipment.
Highly skilled in use of computerized tuning/diagnostics.
Highly skilled in use of desktop/personal computer systems.
Read and interpret manufacturer schematics and vendor diagrams, manuals and specifications to complete installation and repair of complex fleet equipment related parts and systems.
Attention to detail.
Customer-service skills.
Technicians need a steady hand and good hand-and-eye coordination for many tasks, such as disassembling engine parts, connecting or attaching components or using hand tools.
Mechanical skills. Must be familiar with parts and components of engines, transmissions, braking mechanisms and other complex systems. Must also be able to disassemble, work on and reassemble parts and machinery.
Physical strength. Technicians must often lift or move heavy equipment, parts and tools 50-100 Lbs. without risking injury or fatigue.
Technical skills. Modern engines and transmissions rely heavily on electronic systems to function. Fleet technicians must be familiar with how the electronic systems operate and with the tools needed to work on them.
Troubleshooting skills. Fleet technicians must be able to identify mechanical and electronic problems, make repairs and offer a proper maintenance strategy.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance inspections and light repairs involving minor adjustments, testing, measuring, and/or replacement of parts and components.
Perform major repairs, including reconditioning and replacing parts such as axles, bearings, gears, seals, valves, bushings, and pumps.
Disassemble and/or reassemble engine, transmission, differential, or hydraulic components.
Work during weather-related emergencies and be available to stay at one location for an undetermined amount of time.
Ensure safe and effective handling of toxic substances to ensure environmental compliance.
Ensure safe operating techniques and awareness of occupational hazards of motorized, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment operation, as well as electrically energized automotive tools, components, and servicing equipment.
Diagnose malfunctions through the utilization of advanced electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment of varied types and manufacturers.
Repair malfunctions of fleet equipment and systems, including engine and drive systems, fuel, electrical, cooling, suspension, chassis, and safety appliances, and refrigerant recovery and recycling requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Use and maintain automotive tools and equipment utilized in automotive equipment maintenance and diagnostics.
Use strategies to diagnose the source and the extent of the problem.
Account for misalignments or other errors when inspecting or repairing engines and/or components.
Talk to customers about automotive/equipment problems and work that has been planned, started, or completed, being courteous, a good listener, and ready to answer questions.