Fleet Services Technician (Temporary/ Extra Help)

The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Department, Fleet Division, is seeking a temporary/extra help Fleet Services Technician with excellent technical and customer skills to perform professional general preventative maintenance and repair.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Perform repair and maintenance including tune-up, brakes, oil change and other preventative maintenance and repair work on City’s automobiles, light trucks, medium to heavy trucks trailers and off-road construction equipment

• Perform PM inspections, lubes chassis and all serviceable components on light trucks, medium to heavy trucks, trailers and off-road construction equipment

• Dismount, mount and repair tires, install and service batteries, spark plugs, fan belts and other mechanical parts; remove and replace a variety of equipment parts. Perform minor repairs as needed

• Learn and assist Fleet Mechanics with more complex repairs on city vehicles and equipment as assigned

• Pick up and deliver parts from appropriate suppliers as assigned; assist with roadside pick up of disabled vehicles and equipment; deliver equipment and vehicles as necessary and appropriate

• Demonstrate basic computer skills to operate fleet management software, electronic record keeping

• Perform other related duties as assigned

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Fleet Maintenance Worker in that it performs mechanical light repairs, vehicle servicing and preventative maintenance.

WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 6:30am to 4:30pm and alternating Fridays 6:30am to 3:30pm. Depending on the area of assignment staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. This position may be required to be available for additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. This position is governed by overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

• Performs routine and semi-skilled mechanical, light repair work; services and maintains light, heavy, diesel and off-road vehicles; performs repairs which may be related to vehicle suspension, transmission, brakes, fuel system, differential and other related work. Adheres to all safety rules and regulations.

• Performs preventative maintenance of City vehicles which may include changing bulbs, fluids, lubrication, brakes and braking systems; performs routine visual inspections and basic diagnostic testing; reviews operational safety of vehicles; follows manufacturer maintenance recommendations.

• Performs basic research of vehicle repair history; enters and maintains repair records in applicable systems.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification: 

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years of automotive maintenance experience related to assignment

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:
Depending on assignment, some positions may require:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Extra help employees are "at-will" and are not provided any benefits other than those required by state or federal law.  

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application. 

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required. 

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents. 

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. 

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation. 

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work. 

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions. 

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis. 

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation. 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify 

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Vivian Morales at vivian.morales@oxnard.org or (805) 200-5458. 

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. 

Salary : $39,914 - $66,577