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At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence).
Job Details
The City of Plano is looking for innovative and knowledgeable people to join our team as an Automotive Technician in the Fleet Services Department. As an Automotive Technician, you will keep our City's fleet vehicles on the road by maintaining and repairing City vehicles.
A Successful Candidate Will Have:
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Methods ofservicing, troubleshooting, diagnoses, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and computer component malfunctions of automobiles; light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment; Federal, State, and local environmental and inspection laws and regulations applicable to vehicle and equipment standards.
Skill in: Communicating effectively bother verbally and in writing; using hand and power tools; operating a variety of computerized monitors, scanners, and analyzers with an understanding of computer codes to diagnose equipment and vehicle problems; reading, understanding, and utilizing technical repair manuals and schematics; operating a computer terminal.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a technical or trade school program in automotive and heavy truck technology.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the repair and service of automobiles, light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment with on-board computer components.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Must be able to obtain, and maintain in active status, a Class A-CDL or a Class B-CDL within twelve months of hire date. Must be able to obtain a Texas Department of Public Safety Inspection Certification within six (6) months of assignment to position. Must obtain within one year of assignment to position, and maintain in active status, a minimum of two (2) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Methods ofservicing, troubleshooting, diagnoses, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and computer component malfunctions of automobiles; light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment; Federal, State, and local environmental and inspection laws and regulations applicable to vehicle and equipment standards.
Skill in: Communicating effectively bother verbally and in writing; using hand and power tools; operating a variety of computerized monitors, scanners, and analyzers with an understanding of computer codes to diagnose equipment and vehicle problems; reading, understanding, and utilizing technical repair manuals and schematics; operating a computer terminal.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a technical or trade school program in automotive and heavy truck technology.
Experience: Five (5) years of experience in the repair and service of automobiles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment with on-board computer components.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Must be able to obtain, and maintain in active status, a Class A-CDL or a Class B-CDL within 12 months of hire date. Must be able to obtain a Texas Department of Public Safety Inspection Certification within six (6) months of assignment to position. Must obtain within one year of assignment to position, and maintain in active status, a minimum of four (4) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City automotive shop facilities, to operate a motor vehicle; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance and repairs. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, dust, mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Methods ofservicing, troubleshooting, diagnoses, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and computer component malfunctions of automobiles; light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment; Federal, State, and local environmental and inspection laws and regulations applicable to vehicle and equipment standards.
Skill in: Communicating effectively bother verbally and in writing; using hand and power tools; operating a variety of computerized monitors, scanners, and analyzers with an understanding of computer codes to diagnose equipment and vehicle problems; reading, understanding, and utilizing technical repair manuals and schematics; operating a computer terminal.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a technical or trade school program in automotive and heavy truck technology.
Experience: 10 years of experience in the repair and service of light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment with on-board computer components.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Must maintain a Class A-CDL or a Class B-CDL. Must be able to obtain a Texas Department of Public Safety Inspection Certification within six (6) months of assignment to position. Must maintain a Master Medium/Heavy Truck ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City automotive shop facilities, to operate a motor vehicle; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance and repairs. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, dust, mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reaso
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Open positions are subject to close without notice.
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Heavy Truck & Equipment Technician I, II or Senior Heavy Truck & Equipment Technician
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SERVE
At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence).
Job Details
The City of Plano is looking for innovative and knowledgeable people to join our team as an Automotive Technician in the Fleet Services Department. As an Automotive Technician, you will keep our City's fleet vehicles on the road by maintaining and repairing City vehicles.
A Successful Candidate Will Have:
- 3 years' experience in vehicle maintenance & repair,
- Texas Class A or B CDL (or ability to obtain within six months of hire)
- Two (2) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications (or able to obtain within one year of hire)
- Texas Department of Public Safety/Emissions Inspection Certificate within six (6) months of hire
- Great Team environment.
- Opportunities for career growth.
- Up to $1000.00 per year tool reimbursement.
- Professional development-we pay for all your ASE Certifications.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Average age of City Of Plano fleet is 6 years old.
- Competitive wages.
- Hours for these positions are 3:00PM - 1:30AM, Monday through Thursday.
- Heavy Truck and Equipment Technician I(The job descriptions for the Heavy Truck and Equipment Technician II and Senior Heavy Truck and Equipment Technician are listed below.).
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
- Service, troubleshoot, and perform complex automotive repairs on engines and related components of electrical, mechanical, and computerized vehicle systems.
- Diagnose and repair malfunctions of vehicle computer components.
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections and State vehicle inspections.
- Road tests vehicles and equipment for proper operation prior to returning to the user department.
- Cuts, grinds, and fabricates equipment as needed.
- Orders and receives parts.
- Assists and works with other technicians in performing complex repair problems.
- May respond to road calls and make on-site repairs.
- In the absence of the supervisor, may lead the work activities of others.
- May weld metal components to repair parts for equipment and vehicles.
- Diagnoses and repairs malfunctioning hydraulic and cooling systems.
- Participates in cleaning and maintaining shop equipment and work areas.
- Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Methods ofservicing, troubleshooting, diagnoses, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and computer component malfunctions of automobiles; light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment; Federal, State, and local environmental and inspection laws and regulations applicable to vehicle and equipment standards.
Skill in: Communicating effectively bother verbally and in writing; using hand and power tools; operating a variety of computerized monitors, scanners, and analyzers with an understanding of computer codes to diagnose equipment and vehicle problems; reading, understanding, and utilizing technical repair manuals and schematics; operating a computer terminal.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a technical or trade school program in automotive and heavy truck technology.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the repair and service of automobiles, light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment with on-board computer components.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Must be able to obtain, and maintain in active status, a Class A-CDL or a Class B-CDL within twelve months of hire date. Must be able to obtain a Texas Department of Public Safety Inspection Certification within six (6) months of assignment to position. Must obtain within one year of assignment to position, and maintain in active status, a minimum of two (2) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
- Heavy Truck and Equipment Technician II (The job description for the Senior Heavy Duty Truck and Equipment Technician is listed below).
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
- Service, troubleshoot, and perform complex automotive repairs on engines and related components of electrical, mechanical, and computerized vehicle systems.
- Diagnose and repair malfunctions of vehicle computer components.
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections and State vehicle inspections.
- Road tests vehicles and equipment for proper operation prior to returning to the user department.
- Cuts, grinds, and fabricates equipment as needed.
- Orders and receives parts.
- Assists and works with other technicians in performing complex repair problems.
- May respond to road calls and make on-site repairs.
- In the absence of the supervisor, may lead the work activities of others.
- May weld metal components to repair parts for equipment and vehicles.
- Diagnoses and repairs malfunctioning hydraulic and cooling systems.
- Participates in cleaning and maintaining shop equipment and work areas.
- Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Methods ofservicing, troubleshooting, diagnoses, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and computer component malfunctions of automobiles; light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment; Federal, State, and local environmental and inspection laws and regulations applicable to vehicle and equipment standards.
Skill in: Communicating effectively bother verbally and in writing; using hand and power tools; operating a variety of computerized monitors, scanners, and analyzers with an understanding of computer codes to diagnose equipment and vehicle problems; reading, understanding, and utilizing technical repair manuals and schematics; operating a computer terminal.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a technical or trade school program in automotive and heavy truck technology.
Experience: Five (5) years of experience in the repair and service of automobiles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment with on-board computer components.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Must be able to obtain, and maintain in active status, a Class A-CDL or a Class B-CDL within 12 months of hire date. Must be able to obtain a Texas Department of Public Safety Inspection Certification within six (6) months of assignment to position. Must obtain within one year of assignment to position, and maintain in active status, a minimum of four (4) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City automotive shop facilities, to operate a motor vehicle; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance and repairs. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, dust, mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Senior Heavy Truck and Equipment Technician
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Methods ofservicing, troubleshooting, diagnoses, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and computer component malfunctions of automobiles; light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment; Federal, State, and local environmental and inspection laws and regulations applicable to vehicle and equipment standards.
Skill in: Communicating effectively bother verbally and in writing; using hand and power tools; operating a variety of computerized monitors, scanners, and analyzers with an understanding of computer codes to diagnose equipment and vehicle problems; reading, understanding, and utilizing technical repair manuals and schematics; operating a computer terminal.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of a technical or trade school program in automotive and heavy truck technology.
Experience: 10 years of experience in the repair and service of light, medium, and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment with on-board computer components.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Must maintain a Class A-CDL or a Class B-CDL. Must be able to obtain a Texas Department of Public Safety Inspection Certification within six (6) months of assignment to position. Must maintain a Master Medium/Heavy Truck ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on area of assignment.
Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City automotive shop facilities, to operate a motor vehicle; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance and repairs. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, dust, mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reaso
Equal Employment Opportunity
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Open positions are subject to close without notice.
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