Master Fleet Technician-26610503

County of San Diego • San Diego, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The County of San Diego's Department of General Services' Fleet Management Division has current openings for Master Fleet Technician! Interviews will take place the week of July 22nd, 2026, and JOB OFFERs will be made soon after interviews are complete. FUTURE SALARY INCREASES June 2026 – 4.50% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.50% Market Adjustment) June 2027 – 4.40% increase to base pay (2.90% Across-the- Board + 1.50% Market Adjustment) The Department of General Services (DGS) is responsible for overall management of all County vehicles, including acquisition, electrification, disposal, inventory, regulatory compliance, maintenance and fueling. The Fleet Services Division owns and operates one of the largest government vehicle fleets in the State of California consisting of over 4,500 vehicles and equipment. Fleet Services consists of Acquisitions, Electrification, Maintenance, and Contracts & Compliance. There are eight maintenance locations, seven mobile maintenance units, 30 fuel sites and 125 contracts in place for parts, service, and repairs. Master Fleet Technicians perform a wide variety of vehicle and equipment inspections, preventive maintenance work, and repairs. This includes mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance and repairs to vehicles, buses, fire apparatus, light and heavy-duty trucks, and construction and industrial equipment. This recruitment will be used to fill positions located throughout San Diego County with current vacancies in San Marcos, Kearny Mesa, and Spring Valley (Fire apparatus/equipment background required). Please indicate ALL areas where you are willing to work in Question #10 of the Agency Wide Questions section of your application. For more information, read the Master Fleet Technician complete job description. Hiring Process and Timeline: The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience as a Fleet Technician in the County of San Diego; OR
• High School diploma, GED, or certificate from a Vocational School in automotive technology or truck technology; AND four (4) years of experience servicing vehicles and equipment in a commercial, industrial, or governmental agency; OR
• Five (5) years of experience as a Medium/Heavy Truck Technician.
• A/C and Refrigerant licenses are required at time of appointment, and must be maintained throughout employment in this class.
• A valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
• A valid California Class A or B driver's license must be obtained within twelve (12) months of appointment, and maintained throughout employment in this class, for technicians who perform public road testing on equipment requiring an A or B driver's license to operate on public roads.
• A valid California Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement may be required based on the vehicles assigned for service and repair.
• May be required to possess and maintain a hazardous materials endorsement before driving a vehicle used to transport hazardous materials as defined in Title 49, CFR, §383.5.
• May be required to possess and maintain a Government Fleet Program Smog Inspector's License from the California Bureau of Automotive Repair Certifications
• Must possess five (5) of the listed ASE certifications for an Automobile Technician or Medium/Heavy Truck Technician within twelve (12) months from the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
• May be required to possess and maintain Certified Fire Mechanic status.

Nice To Haves

• When not required for a specific assignment, possession of a valid California Class A or B driver's license is highly desirable.
• Highly desirable are ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Technician certifications.
• Automobile Technician: Suspension and steering (A4) Brakes/ABS (A5) Electrical/electronic systems (A6) Heating & air conditioning (A7) Engine performance (A8)
• Medium/Heavy Truck Technician: Diesel Engines (T2) Suspension & steering (T5) Brakes/ABS (T4) Electrical/electronic systems (T6) Heating, ventilation and air conditioning

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of vehicle and equipment inspections, preventive maintenance work, and repairs.
• Perform mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance and repairs to vehicles, buses, fire apparatus, light and heavy-duty trucks, and construction and industrial equipment.

Benefits

• FUTURE SALARY INCREASES June 2026 – 4.50% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 1.50% Market Adjustment) June 2027 – 4.40% increase to base pay (2.90% Across-the- Board + 1.50% Market Adjustment)

What This Job Offers

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