Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianThis position works under general supervision and is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of turf, off-road, construction, and other light- to medium-duty equipment. Equipment serviced includes mini excavators, backhoes, mowers, trailers, sweepers, side-by-sides, UTVs, ATVs, chainsaws, string trimmers, handheld blowers, pumps, and other small- to mid-sized equipment. A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is not required for this position. Applicants with a CDL can still apply. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, troubleshooting, and solving a variety of mechanical problems. No two days are the same. Technicians work on engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, drivetrains, brakes, attachments, small engines, and some fabrication-related repairs. If you enjoy learning new skills and working on a wide range of equipment, this is a great opportunity to build your experience in a shop environment that offers variety, challenge, and continuous growth.Why the City of Boise?The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your familyPERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month10 weeks paid parental leave$500 annual wellbeing incentiveTuition reimbursement and free local bus passBasic life and long-term disability insurance at no costRequired Knowledge, Experience, And TrainingAssociate's degree, 2 years technical/trade school or equivalent military training4 years of experience in an automobile, heavy truck or equipment maintenance/repair organizationor an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.Licensing And Other RequirementsIn this position, you will work with your supervisor to obtain the licenses and certifications while on probation, typically 6 months. If needed, your probationary period will be extended by three months to allow you the time needed to successfully obtain the following licenses and certifications: Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake, tank and passenger endorsement; Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) license for A/C recovery, recycling and recharge; and/or Ada County Air Quality Board emission testing license.Valid state-issued driver's license.Special RequirementsApplicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process RegulationDriving Record CheckDrug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.This position is required to operate, maintain or inspect emergency vehicles, heavy equipment, or vehicles having a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds and/or life saving equipment used for emergency services.Performs all duties of an entry level mechanic, in addition to providing mentoring and team coordination. Performs more complex, skilled tasks and assists others as required. Conducts preventive maintenance services on vehicles and equipment per manufacturers' specifications or City of Boise requirements. Performs safety inspections of overall vehicle or equipment. Diagnoses issues with, installs and repairs specialized equipment and systems. Repairs vehicle systems identified through preventative maintenance inspections or as required due to vehicle or equipment failure. Repairs, rebuilds or replaces components utilizing specialty tools specific to the mechanic trade. Documents repairs and services required in the fleet program. Performs fabrication and welding repairs on vehicles and equipment. Coordinates services and repairs with department designees. Greets customers and advises on type and estimated cost of repairs, repair status and time to vehicle completion. Communicates with vendors, dealers and manufacturers to facilitate warranties or sublet repairs. Assists with ordering parts and services. Processes repair orders in the computer system. Verifies accuracy of equipment meter, parts, sublet and services provided along with entry of technician comments to explain course of service or repair. Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training Knowledge of: maintenance and repair of heavy industrial equipment and trucks; operation and repair of automotive equipment and tools; computer usage including related software; and diagnostics, electronic repair, mechanical repair and fabrication on systems common to automobiles and police or fire emergency vehicles. Ability to: work without close supervision; follow policies and procedures; furnish own hand tools; provide quality customer service; safely operate a variety of vehicles, maintenance and repair equipment and tools; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training Eight years of hands on combined experience in an automobile, heavy truck or equipment maintenance/repair organization. Master Level Certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) program in automobiles and heavy trucks. Certification in the Emergency Vehicle Technician Association (EVT) program in the areas of Airfield Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF), Fire Truck Electrical and Emergency Vehicle Technician.The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is frequently very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards and work in/at heights. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals. May be subject to icy and wet surfaces in parking lot, roadways, or work sites as well as tripping hazards. This position works: to cover occasional call outs.