What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Technician position at City of Longview, TX?
Salary : $36,755.42 Annually
Location : Longview, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2024-082
Department : Public Works
Division : Fleet
Opening Date : 12 / 06 / 2024
Description
Performs maintenance and repair work on behalf of the City's Fleet Services Division; diagnoses and repairs mechanical issues; conducts preventative maintenance; prepares and maintains maintenance records; and performs other related duties as required.
Examples of Duties
Repairs and maintains various types of City vehicles and equipment including automobiles, trailers, police vehicles, fire apparatus, ambulances, and / or public works equipment. Conducts maintenance and repairs on generators, pumps, chainsaws, or other equipment. Inspects City vehicles and equipment and makes necessary repairs to keep them in safe operating condition. Coordinates and performs preventative maintenance necessary to ensure the proper functioning of vehicles, mechanical systems, and component parts. Diagnoses and troubleshoots various types of mechanical issues involving engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical, hydraulic, and fuel systems. Performs major and minor mechanical work; repairs or replaces water / fuel pumps, radiators, alternators, differentials, timing chains, belts, hoses, fuses, valves, and batteries. Responds to service calls for assistance; retrieves or repairs vehicles and equipment in the field. Prepares, updates, and maintains maintenance records and documentation. Assists in locating mechanical parts as required. Participates in cleaning and maintaining shop facilities and equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent, and two years experience working as a mechanic; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. At least one (1) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification required within one year of employment. Texas State Vehicle Inspection Certification required within six months of employment. IMACA Refrigerant Handling Certification is required within twelve (12) months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
Physical Demands / Work Environment
Work is performed in a maintenance shop environment and in the field. Subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing under / over equipment, and lifting of objects up to 50 pounds. Exposure to variable weather conditions, dangerous machinery, noise from equipment operation, oil, grease, fuel, fumes and hazardous chemicals / materials.
All full-time employees receive :
15 vacation days
10 paid holidays
15 sick days
Retirement Plan (Texas Municipal Retirement System) with a two to one match
Paid Health / Dental / Life Insurance
Cafeteria Plan
Emergency Leave
Longevity Pay
Free employee health clinic
Tuition reimbursement
Salary : $36,755
