Heavy Truck Technician I

City of Jacksonville•Jacksonville, FL

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

This is service maintenance work at a skilled level in inspecting and performing preventive maintenance on heavy vehicles including compressed natural gas vehicles. The work requires knowledge of the techniques, methods, and procedures used to service heavy equipment and compressed natural gas vehicles as well as the ability to perform preventive maintenance services which is learned on the job or through specialized training. Contacts require basic courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with others, and includes contacts to request or provide information, ask questions, or obtain clarification. The work is semi-routine in that tasks are covered by procedures or precedents, but some latitude is permitted to consider the most appropriate method, technique, or procedure to follow. The work involves differing situations requiring use of judgment and search for solutions or new applications within ones known experiences. Work is performed both in a service garage environment and in the field where there are some risks and hazards are substantial, but are known, somewhat predictable and mostly controllable. Operates motor vehicles and uses equipment and tools necessary for performing preventive maintenance on heavy vehicles and compressed natural gas vehicles. Physical demands consist of bending, walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and lifting or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are varied, and the worker is permitted some latitude to set priorities subject to supervisor’s approval.

Requirements

Knowledge of the methods, practices, and procedures in inspecting and performing preventive maintenance.
Knowledge of laws, policies, methods, standards, and procedures governing a compressed natural gas vehicle collection fleet and maintenance activities.
Knowledge of standard tools and equipment used in maintenance.
Ability to inspect, remove, and reinstall standard maintenance parts.
Ability to prepare and maintain maintenance service records.
Ability to establish and maintain inventory records.
Ability to read and apply job related materials.
Ability to operate tools and equipment necessary to complete the preventive maintenance function.
Ability to operate automotive and heavy equipment with a gross vehicle weight rating of 8,000 pounds or more but less than 26,000 pounds.
Ability to operate compressed natural gas vehicles.
For employees in the Solid Waste Division, the ability to operate heavy equipment with a gross vehicle weight over 26,000 pounds.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
One year of education and/or experience in performing preventive maintenance on vehicles.
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.
Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.
Depending on assignment, must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License and maintain same during employment in this class.
The probationary period for this class is six months.
This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in servicing heavy vehicles is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance such as changing hydraulic, transmission and engine oils and filters; checking and replacing lights to ensure proper functioning; visually inspecting and changing belts, hoses, tires, and wiper blades; draining and replacing fluids in coolant systems; and checking brake pads, fluid levels/leaks, safety equipment, etc. on heavy equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance on compressed natural gas vehicles.
Conducts preventive maintenance inspections of hydraulic equipment.
Performs diagnosis to determine whether major or minor repairs are needed.
Operates automotive, heavy equipment, and compressed natural vehicle vehicles to move for service.
Communicates with City agencies to set appointments for equipment service and/or repair.
Determines which parts are needed through visual inspections and reviewing manuals. or computerized records.
Inspects and changes pre-mounted tires and rims.
May travel to equipment located throughout the City to inspect and perform preventive maintenance.
Writes service requests.
Operates a two-way radio.
Prepares and maintains records on jobs.
Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
Performs related work as required.

Benefits

Four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment
Low and no cost health insurance options
Twelve (12) paid holidays
A personal leave day
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending plans
Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.