Tech preventative maintenance
About The Position
The City of Greensboro is seeking a detail-oriented and mechanically skilled Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our Equipment Services team. This position is responsible for performing scheduled maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a diverse fleet of City vehicles, construction equipment, and shop equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and enjoys hands-on problem-solving while working in a collaborative environment that directly supports the City's ability to serve the community. The Equipment Services Division provides critical support to City operations by maintaining and repairing the vehicles, equipment, and machinery used across multiple departments. From fleet vehicles and heavy equipment to specialized tools and small engine equipment, our team ensures employees have dependable resources to deliver exceptional public services every day. We are committed to safety, innovation, operational excellence, and investing in employee development.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED "OR" 3 years of education + 3 years of related heavy truck and equipment maintenance work experience
- Valid driver's license
- 1+ years in Automotive and Heavy Truck and Equipment maintenance
- Must possess or obtain the following within six months of employment: North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- North Carolina Emission/Safety Inspection License
- ASE Air Conditioning Recovery Certification
- Position requires walking, stooping, bending, climbing, and lifting
Nice To Haves
- Class B CDL License
- Certified NC Emission/Safety Inspection License
- ASE Air Conditioning Recovery Certification
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all types of equipment and maintain accurate records within the Equipment Services Fleet Management Software
- Conduct North Carolina State inspections on vehicles equipped with On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) technology and identify emissions-related malfunctions
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues on City automobiles, trucks, and gasoline and diesel-powered maintenance and construction equipment
- Diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic systems, including ignition systems, computers, alternators, and batteries
- Repair and replace components such as wiper blades, filters, belts, lights, and other equipment parts
- Perform daily forklift inspections and maintain inspection logs
- Operate, maintain, and repair shop equipment, including hoists, grinders, welders, compressors, steam cleaners, hydraulic presses, and machine lathes
- Perform on-site and off-site service calls to support operational needs
- Clean and maintain maintenance workshops and service vehicles
- Repair small engine equipment, including chainsaws, weed eaters, trimmers, blowers, and pressure washers
- Follow all departmental safety procedures and established work practices
Benefits
- Outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
