What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Fleet Technician II position at City of Fairfax?
Why Join the City of Fairfax?
-Competitive salary and benefits package
-Work with a dedicated team maintaining critical public transportation assets
-Ongoing training and certification support
-A workplace that values teamwork, safety, and innovation
Benefits:
-$2,000 bonus (Class A CDL) or $1,000 (CDL permit).
-Annual Tool allowance.
-Excellent health, dual - retirement, and leave benefits.
The City of Fairfax is seeking a skilled and experienced Transit Fleet Technician II to join our Fleet Services team. This position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining transit buses and other medium-to-heavy-duty fleet vehicles, ensuring they meet safety and operational standards.
As a Transit Fleet Technician II, you will be responsible for preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and major repairs of diesel-powered transit buses and a variety of specialized municipal vehicles. The ideal candidate will have expertise in transit vehicle systems, including brakes, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, HVAC, wheelchair ramps, and mobile communication systems.
You will work under general supervision while exercising independent judgment in troubleshooting and completing repairs. Work is subject to inspection during and after completion. This position also requires participation in an after-hours on-call rotation for emergency repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on transit buses and other medium/heavy-duty fleet vehicles and equipment.
Repair transmissions, differentials, clutch assemblies, hydraulic pumps, cooling systems, and electrical components.
Diagnose and repair computer-aided systems, including fuel injection, anti-skid brakes, emissions systems, lighting, multiplex, destination signs, and wheelchair ramps.
Conduct state safety inspections for transit and heavy-duty vehicles.
Respond to on-call emergency breakdowns and perform necessary road repairs.
Perform fabrication and welding tasks as needed.
Assist in determining equipment specifications for new transit buses and vehicles.
Maintain OSHA compliance in assigned work areas.
Operate and maintain shop equipment, diagnostic tools, and precision instruments.
Keep a clean and organized workstation in accordance with safety protocols.
This position is designated as Essential. As an essential employee, you will be expected to report to work during inclement weather occurrences or other emergencies. This position is vital in maintaining continuity and efficiency of operations.
The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
High school diploma or GED supplemented by coursework in automotive/diesel mechanics.
Four years of experience in transit fleet maintenance, including diagnostics and repair of diesel engines and related systems.
Strong knowledge of diesel/gasoline engines, hybrid vehicle systems, hydraulics, and electronic diagnostics.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and service diagrams.
Proficiency in using diagnostic scan tools and computer-based fleet management systems.
Special Certifications and Licenses: (Required or to be obtained within 12 months)
Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N, P, and air brake endorsements (or ability to obtain within six months).
Virginia State Vehicle Inspector Certification.
ASE Certifications:
- ASE 609 (Air Conditioning)
- ASE Transit Brakes
- Two (2) additional ASE transit-related certifications (assigned by the Fleet Services Superintendent)
- ASE xEV Level 1 Certification (for hybrid/electric vehicle maintenance)
Additional Desirable Qualification:
Experience working with municipal transit fleets.
Welding and fabrication skills.
Ability to adapt to new vehicle technologies and fleet management software.
Selected candidates with an active CDL will receive a $2,000 bonus upon hire. (Paid per pay period, 26 pay periods per year).Selected candidates with an active CDL learner’s permit will receive a $1,000 bonus upon hire. (Paid per pay period, 26 pay periods per year).
Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with occasional overtime and rotating on-call for afterhours needs.
Salary : $64,860 - $103,595
