Senior Fleet Technician

Anoka County

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At the Anoka County Transportation Division, our vision is to enhance and protect life by delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions. The department has an opening for a Senior Fleet Technician, who performs advanced diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance on a wide range of county vehicles and equipment. This position is responsible for complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and emissions-related repairs, including work on diesel and gasoline engines, air brake systems, and electronic control systems. Key responsibilities include welding and fabrication tasks, rebuilding major components, and ensuring all work meets safety and regulatory standards. The Senior Fleet Technician maintains accurate service records, supports after-hours or emergency repair needs when required, and provides guidance and mentorship to other technicians to ensure high-quality, reliable fleet operations across all departments.

Requirements

Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 4 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
Must possess a valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s License and obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with airbrakes and tanker endorsement within one year of employment.
Successfully pass driver’s license background check.
Must be available on a 24-hour emergency callout basis for emergency operations.

Nice To Haves

Possess or able to obtain certification to perform annual Department of Transportation inspections.
Ability to work independently and with others.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance in a fleet environment.
Ability to use technical electronic testing equipment, hydraulic equipment and metal fabricating tools.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including light-duty, heavy-duty, and specialized units.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and emission-related issues using diagnostic tools and software.
Diagnose and repair diesel engines, gasoline engines, and alternative-fuel powertrains using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
Inspect, service, and repair air brake systems, including chambers, valves, compressors, and ABS components.
Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and parts usage within the fleet management system.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic systems used on plow trucks, loaders, mowers, and other specialized public-works equipment.
Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication to repair frames, mounts, brackets, and custom equipment installations.
Conduct preventive maintenance and complex repairs on drivetrain, suspension, steering, and electrical systems.
Troubleshoot and repair DEF and emissions systems in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Respond to emergency or after-hours repair needs to support critical public operations (e.g., snow removal, emergency response).