About the Department

Minimum starting salary: $28.00 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

Required:

• Valid Texas Driver's License
• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment
• Associate's degree or higher within Automotive Technology field may be substituted for experience
• Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License required within 180 Days

• HAZMAT Certification Hazmat Endorsement
  

Position Description:   

Under basic supervision, performs maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance on Fleet Services (FS) vehicles, specialty vehicles and equipment and heavy equipment, in accordance with all safety regulations and City procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Performs maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance on a diverse fleet of light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, equipment and machinery including road and grounds maintenance, heavy hydraulic systems, fire equipment, police and fire vehicles, watercraft and other specialty vehicles and equipment; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Inspects and diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems on vehicles and equipment; determines extent of necessary repairs, prioritizes work, and performs repairs within scope of authority and training and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance and diagnostics on vehicles and equipment to maximize the effective life cycle, reduce downtime and improve the productivity of City workers; performs specialized repair and maintenance work to bring vehicles and equipment into compliance with safety and regulatory violations.
• Inspects status of vehicles and equipment, performs safety inspections, and recommends equipment replacement and major repair options; installs auxiliary and specialized equipment.
• Operates, diagnoses and repairs vehicle and equipment engines and components, including gasoline, diesel and hybrid engines; uses technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct problems.
• Diagnoses and repairs vehicle component systems and sub-systems for electrical, fuel supply, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, brakes, drive train, suspension, exhaust, and engine cooling systems; performs arc and acetylene welding as required; performs body repair and other metal component repairs.
• Transports equipment from the field to the repair shop facility; performs emergency repairs in the field as required; identifies and reports vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority and skills.
• Maintains records and logs of services performed and general vehicle information; opens and closes work orders; and documents work hours, parts used, and repairs completed.
• Orders parts as needed; maintains records of parts requisitions and stock inventory.
• Maintains shop facility, cleans work areas, and removes debris; maintains the work zone and all equipment in safe operating condition, disposes of lubricants and chemicals in accordance with all safety procedures