Fleet Technician I-II, Master Technician

About the Role

Salary Range: $26.47/HR - $41.47/HR, DOQ/E The Town of Castle Rock’s future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that makes decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication. Key duties include a range of minor service functions involving mechanical and basic electrical components. this is an entry level position and provides opportunities to gain knowledge for the higher skills required in the level ii position. technicians will learn to use more specialized diagnostic equipment and gain greater independence performing work assignments. the duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed with the proper certification and experience. and routine preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of minor service functions involving mechanical and basic electrical components. This is an entry level position and provides opportunities to gain knowledge for the higher skills required in the level II position. Technicians will learn to use more specialized diagnostic equipment and gain greater independence performing work assignments. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed with the proper certification and experience.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs on automobiles, light and medium-heavy duty trucks snow plows, and similar vehicles.
• Perform basic level up fitting of equipment for all classes of vehicles in the fleet.
• Conducts maintenance, inspection, testing, diagnosis, and repair operations on all vehicle and equipment systems including: engines, gas, diesel, and alternative fueled vehicles.
• Participates in repair of all gas-powered vehicles and heavy equipment; periodic vehicle inspections and regular maintenance.
• Lubricates chassis and changes oil; repairs flats, shocks, lights, brakes and steam-cleans engines on vehicles.
• Services ignitions, differentials, and transmissions and transfer cases.
• Repairs suspensions, steering, differential and driveline systems; repairs electrical, air conditioning, exhaust, hydraulic, and cooling systems.
• Welds and/or retrofits automobiles, maintenance equipment.
• Conducts engine analyzer tests.
• Performs Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections.
• Repairs and maintains riding lawn mowers, push mowers, edgers, blowers, and power saws.
• Participates in overhauling motors and minor repairs of street sweepers.
• Performs repair-type welding and fabrication.
• Drives agency vehicles off grounds.
• Provides necessary information for completion of work orders.
• Provides care and maintenance of shop equipment.
• Picks up supplies.
• Writes work order notes.
• Cleans work area and personal and shop tools.
• Requisitions for parts and supplies.
• Performs annual training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Fleet Technician I: Generally, a High School diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented with vocational training in auto and equipment repair. One (1) year of previous work experience as a technician; or any equivalent combination. DOT Inspector Certification is required or ability to obtain within one (1) year. ASE Certification G1 Auto Maintenance and Light Repair is desired; or ability to attain within one year of employment. A valid Colorado Class B CDL driver's license with Air Brake endorsement is required, or ability to obtain within one (1) year.
• Fleet Technician II: Generally, a High School diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented with vocational training in auto and equipment repair. Three (3) years' previous experience as a technician; or any equivalent combination. DOT Air Brake Inspector Certification is required. G1 Auto Maintenance and Light Repair. ASE Master Automobile or Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician is desired. Valid Colorado Class B CDL driver's license with Air Brake endorsement is required, or ability to obtain within one (1) year.
• Master Technician: Generally, a High School diploma or GED Equivalent; supplemented with vocational training in auto and equipment repair. Five (5) years of previous experience as a technician; or any equivalent combination. ASE Certified Master Technician is required. DOT Air Brake Inspector Certification is required. DOT Inspector Certification is required. Completion of Certified Competent Person training. Valid Colorado Class A CDL driver's license with Air Brake endorsement, or ability to obtain within one (1) year.
• a valid Colorado Driver's License
• Knowledge of procedures, methods, supplies, materials and tools for vehicle and equipment diagnosis.
• Knowledge of proper and safe repair techniques for equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of proper and safe work practices.
• Knowledge in repairing equipment, utilizing a wide variety of tools and equipment.
• Skill in communicating effectively.
• Ability to understand verbal and written work orders and requests.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to understand and interpret repair manuals, CD ROM Manual System, Electrical Diagrams, and Hydraulic System Diagrams.
• Ability to maintain necessary work records.
• Ability to interpret Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Job Requirements to ensure compliance within Town fleet.
• Visual perception and discrimination ability.
• Ability to maintain effective work relationships.

Compensation

• **Salary Range: $26.47/HR - $41.47/HR, DOQ/E**

Benefits

• Free membership to Miller Activity Complex (MAC) or Recreation Center
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligible
• Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Career Advancement Programs
• Competitive total compensation with benefits package