Fleet Technician

Job Description

Fleet Technician (All Tier Levels)

Job Overview

Fleet Technician is a Three-Tiered job. Incumbents perform repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles and related equipment and provide customer service for small to medium units or functions supporting the Hillsborough County Fleet Management Department.

Compensation Range

$20.50 to $35.25


Starting Salary Range (based on certification tier level and years of experience listed below)

$20.50 to $28.00


Join the team that was voted #1 National Public Fleet of the Year for 2023 by NAFA.

Why choose Hillsborough County Fleet Management?

• No more nights & weekends!
• Fleet Technicians work in clean, secure, climate-controlled environments utilizing Lean principles for efficiency.
• The County provides ALL the tools our staff need to diagnose and perform their jobs well.
• Fleet Technicians are reimbursed for all safety toe footwear and safety prescription eyewear.
• Fleet Technicians receive reimbursement for CDL, ASE, and EVT certifications to include initial and renewals.
• Fleet Technicians are paid hourly, with annual performance evaluations and the opportunity for pay increases.
• Fleet Technicians receive ongoing hands-on training, updates, and support in a professional environment to develop their technical and diagnostic skills.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Fleet Technicians are eligible to enroll in the County's comprehensive benefits, including health and life benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and the benefits of being an AFSCME member.

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Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess entry-level knowledge of vehicle and equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, testing, and diagnostics. The candidate performs entry-level repair, maintenance, and customer service for a large repair and maintenance operation supporting the Hillsborough County Fleet Management Department. Incumbents in this classification perform the duties of the operation. The candidate will possess a minimum of graduation from High School or possession of a GED certificate.


Tier 2 - The candidate will possess a minimum of "four years" of full-time documented professional experience in the repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks, or equipment or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted.


The candidate will possess an EPA-approved Section 609 Certification within the probationary period. This position is designated as Mission Essential Group B by the Department Director meaning that the candidate must be able to report to work in support of the continuity of operations and/or emergency support functions. The candidate will possess a valid Florida Driver's License, with no more than seven points within the past 24 months, or a commercial driver's license. The candidate must possess a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake endorsement within the probationary period (CDL training assistance will be provided during the probationary period).


Core Competencies

• Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
• Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
• Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications

(Requirement for each tier)

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
• Successful completion of an approved vocational school or technical training program; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below. (For education and experience only; does not include legally required Licenses or Certifications.); AND
• Must possess EPA approved Section 609 Certification; AND
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.

Tier-2 (Required Experience and Certification)

• Four (4) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of automobiles, truck, or equipment; AND
• Possession of Four (4) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications from among the following test series:
  • Automobile & Light Truck Certification Tests (A1 - A9)
  • Alternate Fuels Certification Test (F1)
  • Advanced Level Test (L1, L2, L3)
  • Medium-Heavy Truck Certification Tests (T1-T8)
  • Truck Equipment Certification Tests (E1-E3)
  • Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification Test (G1)
  • Transit Bus Certification Tests (H1-H8)
  • School Bus Certification Tests (S1-S7)
  • Exhaust Systems (X1)
  • Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Certification Tests (MIL2-MIL8)

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below:

• Performs minor and major repairs, preventative maintenance and repair diagnostics to county vehicles and equipment to ensure they function properly and safely.
• Diagnoses and performs minor repairs to vehicle and equipment systems, such as braking, climate control, electrical, electronic, steering and driveline to determine repair requirements.
• Troubleshoots vehicle systems using computer interfaces and generic code scanners to obtain trouble codes from vehicle Engine Control Module (ECM).
• Services engines, transmissions, differentials, fuel systems, braking systems, climate control systems, and hydraulic systems by changing fluids and filters, and flushing systems in accordance with manufacturers specifications.
• Uses micrometers, calipers, pressure gauges, dial indicators and other precision instruments to determine working clearances on mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Places orders for required parts, materials and supplies, as required.
• Inputs information into computer, database or related software to maintain records such as repair, maintenance, equipment, and customer service history.
• Maintains tools, supplies, and workstations in a clean, safe and presentable manner.
• Assists staff with physical inventory of equipment, parts, supplies and tools, as required.
• Assists staff in major repairs of vehicles and equipment.
• Assists staff in complex and non-standard retrofitting of additional accessories or equipment, in accordance with customer specifications.
• Performs road tests and operational checks of vehicles and equipment to ensure quality of repairs and service.
• Attends meetings, training sessions, and educational courses; reviews videos, online resources and paper manuals and materials to maintain current repair and maintenance methods and practices.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Specifications

• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and diagnostics.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and procedures.
• Knowledge of proper testing procedures and methods to determine accuracy of repairs.
• Skill in retrofitting accessories and equipment to vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to perform duties in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, as it relates to customer needs and deadlines.
• Ability to utilize computers, databases and related software.
• Ability to provide guidance, training, and direction to lower-level staff.
• Ability to represent the county with professionalism, tact, and courtesy.
• Ability to resolve or elevate requests for assistance.

Physical Requirements

• Will be required to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch for frequent and extended periods of times.
• Ability to lift and carry 75-lbs.
• Ability to work in adverse or extreme weather conditions.

Work Category

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department, the County's Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Career Progression

Employees in this broadband classification who acquire the competencies and minimum qualifications for the next tier will automatically advance to the new tier upon submission of appropriate documentation of qualifications. The probationary period may be extended as the Fleet Management Department deems it appropriate.

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake endorsement will be required within the probationary period (CDL training assistance will be provided during the probationary period).
• Must possess EPA-approved Section 609 Certification