What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Master Technician position at The Town of Parker?
Please note: We are hiring one candidate between the Fleet Maintenance Technician I II III position and the Fleet Master Technician position. Both are closing and interviewing at the same time. If you feel you are more qualified for the Fleet Maintenance Technician position, we encourage you to apply to that posting.
Want to do meaningful work that has a real impact on the community? Please come join the Public Works Fleet Department as a Fleet Master Technician. Our mission is to maintain a friendly, hometown atmosphere. We place a premium on teamwork and participation, while encouraging creativity and individual initiative. We believe that through collaboration, leadership can occur at all levels. We take our commitments seriously and strive to reach positive solutions. Whether you are joining us for three years or twenty, you will have the opportunity to grow your career with us. We offer training courses and work diligently with our team members to enhance their skill sets to progress their careers. In addition to growth and educational opportunities, we offer a Flexible Work Arrangement program for qualifying positions, as well as a fantastic benefit package that includes our Employee Assistance Program focused on work/life balance and overall well-being. We would be honored to have you join the Town of Parker family!
Under general supervision, this position supervises a team of technicians, participates in field activities, performs preventative maintenance and repair, and is responsible for a variety of administrative tasks such as scheduling and conducting safety investigations.
*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies*
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform their essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.
- Supervises employees; conducts and oversees hiring, scheduling, employee feedback, performance reviews, staff training and development, discipline/termination, and employee recognition processes for assigned staff.
- Maintains the Town’s fleet of vehicles and equipment; directs staff on how to maintain and use assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure proper usage and upkeep.
- Provides technical information as needed regarding the care and maintenance of present assets; assists in coordinating the disposal of outbound equipment and vehicles.
- Receives new units into the fleet and adds required lighting, safety equipment, and markings to meet Town, state, and federal requirements; responsible for assisting with vehicle and equipment specifications.
- Performs preventative maintenance and repairs during the service life of the units; removes any add-on items and prepares units for disposal at the end of life.
- Evaluates accident damage and arranges any sublet repairs if necessary; assists with insurance claims, warranty, and recall issues that may arise.
- Monitors and evaluates assigned teams’ work performance in the field; communicates special instructions and information and instructs/advises the team on proper procedures and methods.
- Establishes uniformity and consistency in the interpretation of operational values, policies, and procedures; holds staff accountable for their performance in the work unit and for the quality of service they provide to the community.
- Provides safety training and ensures adherence to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment; ensures compliance with all Town and departmental values, policies, procedures, and philosophies.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Completion of Vocational or Technical School courses in automotive and diesel equipment mechanics or heavy equipment mechanics supplemented by five (5) years of experience in fleet maintenance work and two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.
Possession of the following certifications upon hire: ASE Master Certifications in brake, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Possession of or the ability to readily obtain the following within ninety (90) days of hire: CDL Class B Driver’s License with tanker and air brake endorsements.
Employment Standards
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques, and supplies used in maintenance of fleet vehicles.
- Knowledge of operation, repair, and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
- Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and technology used in law enforcement vehicles.
- Skill in the training and supervision of personnel.
- Skill in the use of computers and various software programs including work order and facility management processing.
- Skill in verbal and written communication.
- Ability to coordinate activities with other agencies, organizations, and individuals.
- Ability to identify and implement risk management techniques to reduce exposure to injury, damage, and liability.
- Ability to problem-solve and work much of the time without direct supervision.
- Ability to plan and organize work independently.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Hiring range: $31.70-$38.40
Full salary range: $31.70-$44.38
Position Close: 4/29/2025Tentative First Interviews: Week of 5/5
Tentative Second Interviews/Offer: Week of 5/12
Tentative Start: 5/27 or 6/9
The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform their essential duties.
Tools & Equipment
Requires frequent use of hand tools, electric tools, gas operated tools, trucks, loaders, backhoes, trenchers, snow removal equipment, computer, and an automobile.
Physical Demands
Requires regular sitting, standing, walking, talking, handling, feeling or operating objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Requires reaching with hands and arms, climbing and balancing. Requires moderate physical activity with heavy lifting, up to fifty (50) pounds. Requires close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust focus, allowing a broad field of vision. Must communicate clearly and effectively; must understand and be understood.
Employee must be able to safely operate numerous types of vehicles and road construction equipment for long periods of time.
Environment
Work is frequently performed in outside conditions. The noise level in this environment is moderate with occasional high levels and vibrations. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, hot or cold conditions, or airborne particles. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places. The employee will occasionally be required to work at heights up to forty (40) feet.
The employee will occasionally be exposed to fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals, odors, dust, mist, smoke, gasses, poor ventilation, extreme cold, or extreme heat. The employee will occasionally encounter mechanical or electrical hazards.
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The Town of Parker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please contact jobs@parkeronline.org with questions regarding this position.
Salary : $32 - $38
