Fleet Technician - Heavy Equipment Assignment

The City of Glendale's Field Operations Department provides essential services that directly impact the community and provide support to other departments within the city. The Field Operations Department is made up of four separate divisions that include Solid Waste Management, Fleet Management, Facilities Management, and the Landfill. Join Glendale's Award-Winning Fleet Team, and drive your career forward by joining one of the nation's top-performing municipal fleet operations! The City of Glendale's Fleet Management Division proudly ranks #2 nationally among the 2026 Leading Fleets and has earned both the prestigious Certified Fleet Management Organization (CFMO) certification and the 2026 Police Fleet Innovators Award. Be part of a nationally recognized team where innovation, professional excellence, and exceptional service drive everything we do. Your skills. Our commitment to excellence. One award-winning team. The Fleet Technician - Heavy Equipment Assignment performs intermediate maintenance and repair work, including routine mechanical work and minor overhauls to a wide variety of fleet equipment. This is the second of a four-level classification series of fleet technicians with progressively responsible duties. Fleet Mechanic Fleet Technician Fleet Journeyman Technician Lead Fleet Journeyman Technician A Fleet Technician is assigned to one of the following assignments: Heavy Equipment Assignment Repairs and preventative maintenance on various gasoline and diesel-powered heavy-duty equipment such as solid waste trucks, tractors, heavy-duty trucks, and fire apparatus. Repairs and maintains all vehicle systems, including engine, transmission, driveline, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical, HVAC, and hydraulic systems. Performs major and minor repairs and maintenance on a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel equipment, solid waste trucks, construction equipment, bucket trucks, backhoe/loaders, street sweepers, and fire apparatus This position is: FLSA Non-exempt, and will earn overtime for any hours worked over 40 in a week. A Grade 317 with an hourly salary between $28.8957 - $43.3438. This position also includes participation in: Safety Boot Allowance City Supplied Uniforms $1,000 Tool Allowance Per Fiscal Year (Candidates must provide their own tools) ASE Certification Pay incentive Program This role is assigned to work second shift, Monday - Friday (2:30pm - 11:00pm) The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Below are some City of Glendale benefits resources for your review: 2026 - 2027 Benefits Guide City of Glendale's Benefits Page The City of Glendale also offersRegular status positions the following: 10.5 paid holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays Vacation leave accrues at: 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25* days per year) Increases to 6.12 hours per pay period after 5 years Then caps out at 7.6 hours per pay period after 10 years of service Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days* per year) * Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day. This position participates in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and deducted every pay period The current contribution rate is 11.98% The City of Glendale is the West Valley's entertainment nexus; whether it's attending a world-class sporting event at StateFarm Stadium, enjoying a concert at Desert Diamond Arena, or shopping and dining at the Westgate Entertainment District, as a City of Glendale employee, you'll be right in the middle of it all! Glendale is centrally located within the west valley and has convenient access to the 101, 303, US 60, and I-10 freeways. With development happening all around the city, you will notice new homes and businesses being constructed frequently. At the City of Glendale you'll have the opportunity to interact and engage with a highly diverse, dedicated, and skilled group of professionals. It is one of the best places to work, to grow your career, skills, and advance your future. Depending on assignment, performs major and minor repairs and maintenance on a variety of light-duty passenger vehicles, police patrol, medium-duty trucks, motorcycles, or landscaping equipment. Depending on assignment, performs major and minor repairs and maintenance on a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel equipment, solid waste trucks, construction equipment, bucket trucks, backhoe/loaders, street sweepers, and fire apparatus. Troubleshoots various computerized systems using scan tools and web-based systems to diagnose and execute repairs. Performs repairs according to service manuals, schematics, and hydraulic flow charts. May mentor other technicians. Consults with staff to determine parts and supplies needed to conduct repairs. Estimates the cost and time of repairs and determines the most cost-effective methods. Test drives all applications to ensure all repairs and maintenance have been completed. Makes emergency service calls for all disabled vehicles and equipment. Depending on assignment, fabricates and welds minor and major projects. Orders supplies and materials and logs them into inventory or their work order. Performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition. Keeps work area and shop clean. Uses and disposes of hazardous materials according to established guidelines. Required to be on occasional standby on a rotation schedule. Operates city vehicles. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Five (5) years of experience as a skilled equipment mechanic in a specialized field of equipment repairs such as automotive repair, diesel repair, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, or industrial equipment. Completion of an accredited automotive or diesel training program at a trade school or college may substitute for two (2) years of experience. Minimum of two (2) current ASE certifications. Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of the mechanical trades, including the use and care of tools and equipment Occupational hazards and safety procedures associated with mechanical maintenance work, industrial electricity, hydraulics, and heavy equipment Welding and welding techniques Proper use and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with established guidelines Ability to: Take direction, receive training, and develop technical skills Determine and correct causes of vehicle and equipment malfunctions and defects Mentor other fleet technicians Interpret technical manuals and related diagrams and instructions Read and comprehend Materials Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in the work environment Estimate the time and cost of repairs Diagnose defects in all vehicles and equipment, including troubleshooting for minor or major repairs Determine mechanical repair needs Prepare and maintain all related records and reports Work cooperatively with others Communicate unsafe conditions or accidents and injuries promptly to the supervisor Observe or monitor objects to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction Operate city vehicles Special Requirements: Valid Arizona Driver's License required. Required to workday or evening shifts as assigned. Work standby occasionally for holidays and callback shifts as needed. Must obtain air conditioning repair certification within 60 days of hire. Ability to obtain emissions testing certification within 6 months of hire. Must provide personal tools. Some assignments will also require a Class "A" or Class "B" Commercial Driver's license required at the time of application or upon hire, and passenger, tanker, and hazardous waste endorsements are required within 60 days of hire. This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required. The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing. Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational To view the success factor definitions please click here. (If needed, click here to download PDF reader). This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Work Setting: Work involves occasional lifting of parts and equipment up to 100 pounds, extensive walking, standing, and bending. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles; depending on area of assignment, may enter, exit, and operate vehicles which require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Exposure to seasonal weather conditions, exhaust fumes, chemical fumes, high noise levels, residential and commercial waste, acid, oil, grease and hazardous materials and equipment. Hazards may be reduced through the exercise of safety precautions. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Glendale (AZ)