Fleet Vehicle Technician I-V

Salary: $39,630.00 - $77,190.00 Annually
Location : 110 SE Watula Ave, 3rd Floor, Ocala, FL 34471, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 32626
Department: Fleet/Facilities
Opening Date: 03/26/2026


Description
This is a skilled, technical/mechanical position responsible for performing the maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment.

Examples of Duties

1. Performs preventive maintenance required by vehicle and equipment manufacturer including law enforcement vehicles, aerial devices, fire apparatus, medium-heavy duty trucks, generator units, and off-road equipment. Will routinely lift and position tools and supporting equipment up to 75 lbs. for safety reasons. Will have to work from a ladder and be capable of lifting component assembly weighing up to 75 lbs. from the vehicle to a workbench. Will also be required to operate aerial devices from their stowed to fully extended heights from both ground and platform controls. This duty is performed daily.
2. Diagnoses equipment failures, orders parts and makes necessary repairs on a variety of equipment. This duty is performed daily.
3. Documents all work activities by describing the cause of failure, repair correction, and the time involved to complete each repair. This duty is performed daily.
4. Housekeeping duties performed for immediate work area and assigned facility to ensure proper maintenance of tools and to provide a clean and safe work area. Performs road calls and emergency repairs and will be radio dispatched to a location of vehicle breakdown to assess whether type of unit can be repaired on site or a wrecker is necessary to tow it to the Fleet maintenance facility. Writes (documents) road call reports accurately and completely. This duty is performed daily.
5. Communicates on radio and telephone for service calls. Processes new vehicles/equipment and prepares vehicles/equipment for auction. This duty is performed daily.
6. Performs minor repairs on shop equipment. This duty is performed daily.
7. Assists the other technicians with technical direction on various types of repairs. This duty is performed daily.
8. Delivers or picks up equipment and component assemblies from repair shop and vendors. This duty is performed daily.
9. When required, will work on light duty vehicles, turf equipment and other implements. This duty is performed daily.
10. Customer Service will be occasionally performed concerning a type of repair or problem by telephone or in person. Communicates clearly and courteously to assist others. Assists Apprentice Fleet Technicians and Assistant Fleet Technicians with technical direction on various types of repairs. This duty is performed daily.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned

Minimum Qualifications


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED .
• Must be able to read and write .
• Must have minimum one year in the field of automotive, truck, fire, aerial devices and construction mechanics, or equivalent combination of work-related training and experience, or a technical degree/certificate from an accredited institution specializing in the automotive/truck industry.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida operators driver's license with an acceptable driving record and a learning permit for a CDL before the first day of work.
• Must obtain a valid Florida commercial driver's license, CDL Class B, within six (6) months of employment .
• Must obtain motor vehicle air-conditioning systems (MACS) Section 609 or equivalent certification in use of refrigerant recycling equipment within twelve (12) months of hire date or promotion .
• Must acquire and maintain an ASE certification in medium/heavy truck brakes (T4) within twelve (12) months of hire date or promotion .
• Must acquire and maintain an ASE certification in auto brakes (A5) within twelve (12) months of hire date or promotion .
• Must acquire and maintain an EVT Law Enforcement Vehicle Maintenance (L1) certification within twenty-four (24) months of hire date or promotion .

Technician I
Experience : One (1) year
ASE Course(s)

• A-5 Auto Brakes
• T-4 Truck Brakes

EVT Course(s)

• L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Maintenance

Technician II
Experience : Three (3) years
ASE Course(s)

• A-5 Auto Brakes
• T-4 Truck Brakes
• A-6 Elect Systems
• A-7 Heat & A/C

EVT Course(s)

• F-1 Maintenance & Testing
• L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Maintenance

Technician III
Experience : Five (5) years
ASE Course(s)

• A-5 Auto Brakes
• T-4 Truck Brakes
• A-6 Elect Systems
• A-7 Heat & A/C
• T-5 Susp. & Steering OR A-4 Susp. & Steering

EVT Course(s)

• F-1 Maintenance & Testing
• F-2 Design & Perf.
• F-3 Fire Pumps
• L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Maintenance

Technician IV
Experience : Seven (7) years
ASE Course(s)

• A-5 Auto Brakes
• T-4 Truck Brakes
• A-6 Elect Systems
• A-7 Heat & A/C
• A-8 Engine Performance
• T-5 Susp. & Steering OR A-4 Susp. & Steering

EVT Course(s)

• F-1 Maintenance & Testing
• F-2 Design & Perf.
• F-3 Fire Pumps
• F-6 Allison Trans
• F-7 Foam Systems
• L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Maintenance

Technician V
Experience : Ten (10)+ years
ASE Course(s)

• Master Certification
• L-3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles

EVT Course(s)

• Master Certification

Supplemental Information

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with customers, clients, general public and other employees of the organization.


MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to prepare and interpret bar graphs.


CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS
Ability to utilize common sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral or diagrammed instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving several known variables in situations of a routine nature.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Under general supervision where standard practice enables the employee to proceed alone on routine work, referring all questionable cases to supervisor.


PLANNING
Considerable responsibility with regard to general assignments in planning time, method, manner, and/or sequence of performance of own work; may also occasionally assist in the planning of work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.


DECISION MAKING
Performs work operations which permit frequent opportunity for decision-making of minor importance and also frequent opportunity for decision-making of major importance; the latter of which would affect the work operations of other employees and/or clientele to a moderate degree.

MENTAL DEMAND
Close mental demand. Operations requiring close and continuous attention for control of operations. Operations requiring intermittent direct thinking to determine or select the most applicable way of handling situations regarding the organization's administration and operations; also, to determine or select material and equipment where highly variable sequences are involved.


ANALYTICAL ABILITY / PROBLEM SOLVING
Moderately structured. Fairly broad activities using moderately structured procedures with only generally guided supervision. Interpolation of learned things in somewhat varied situations.


USE OF MACHINES, EQUIPMENT AND/OR COMPUTERS
Regular use of highly complex machines and equipment; specialized or advanced software programs.


ACCURACY
Probable errors of internal scope should ordinarily be detected within the department or office in which they occur but may affect the work of others within the unit, requiring additional expenditure of time to trace errors and make all necessary corrections. Errors would require a moderate amount of time to correct.


PUBLIC CONTACT
Occasional routine contacts with persons outside the organization. This would include contacts with suppliers, mail service, etc.


EMPLOYEE CONTACT
Contacts occasionally with others beyond immediate associates, but generally of a routine nature.
May obtain, present or discuss data, but only as pertains to an immediate and specific assignment. No responsibility for obtaining cooperation or approval of action or decision.
SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED
Basic: 10-Key


PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee must
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions,
Occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, wet or humid conditions, risk of electrical shock, vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate .


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Must have working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and standard practices of the automotive, truck, fire, aerial devices and construction mechanic's trade.
Must have knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Must have knowledge of the operating and repair characteristics of a wide variety of fleet equipment and similar machinery.
Must have knowledge of the principles of operation of gasoline and diesel fueled engines.
Must possess a basic working knowledge of computers and the ability to use a keyboard.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.
Health Insurance

We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Dental Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.
Vision Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.
Life Insurance


For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.
Short Term and Long Term Disability

Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental injury.
Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA

Flexible spending accounts allow employees to pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.
Pet Insurance

We also offer special pet insurance for your pets in the case of illness or accidents, as well as preventative care.
Employee Health & Wellness Center

The City of Ocala offers the use of the City Clinic for those employees, and covered dependents over the age of 8, which have elected one of our health insurance plans. Services offered by the City Clinic include primary care, chronic disease management, labs, x-rays, and wellness coaching.
Voluntary Cancer Insurance

For full time employees, the cancer insurance policy can help provide security if you, or a covered dependent, suddenly become diagnosed with cancer.
Supplemental Critical Care Insurance

Our full time employees have the option of electing critical care insurance that is available to help with medical expenses that could arise from things such as a heart attack or stroke.
Supplemental Accident Insurance

Also available to full time employees, is our Accident Coverage. This supplemental plan can be used to help with expenses like MRI's, physical therapy, and hospital admission.
Legal Plan Insurance

Full time employees can have access to local attorneys for a monthly fee and receive discounts on services such as legal consultation, wills, traffic violations and the purchase or sale of your home. The carrier also has a separate policy assisting with the matter of identity theft and social media monitoring.
Deferred Compensation Plan

Deferred compensation is available to all full-time employees at the time of employment. This benefit allows the employee to defer income without paying taxes until money is withdrawn. Current plan is administered through MissionSquare.
Direct Deposit

Direct deposit automatically deposits your net pay each pay period to your checking or savings account at your own financial institution. Direct deposit is a condition of employment for a person hired by the City.
Each pay period the employee receives an earnings statement showing gross pay, taxes, other deductions, accruals and net pay. Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources or Payroll.
Discounts - Theme Park

Discounts are available to all non-temporary employees at the time of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and members of your household as an employer paid benefit. The EAP offers emotional wellbeing support in the form as counseling sessions and all sessions are confidential. The EAP also provides daily life assistance, legal services, and financial services.
Holidays and Paid Time off

The City provides paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees. Refer to the Employee Handbook for details.
Retirement Plan

All full-time employees hired after 10/01/2013, apart from Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters, are enrolled in the 401a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with MissionSquare. All contributions to the 401a Defined contribution plan are pre-tax and earnings grow tax-deferred. The City contributes 8% and employees contribute 3%. City contributions are 100% vested after one year of employment. You will be enrolled automatically and should take time to review your investment options at your earliest convenience.
Training Programs

The City is committed to provide training programs for all departments and all positions. Risk Management conducts classes in Defensive Driving, Safety, and Insurance. With rare exceptions, classes are offered during working hours, and are open to all eligible employees.
Tuition Reimbursement

All regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program.
01


Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a valid State of Florida Operator Driver's License with an acceptable driving record, OR If you possess a valid out-of-state driver's license, do you have the ability to obtain a Florida driver's license prior to employment?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you possess a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

04


If you do not currently possess a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B, do you understand obtaining a Florida Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) is required prior to your first day of work?

• Yes
• No

05


Please select your level of experience in the field of automotive, truck, fire, aerial devices, and construction mechanics.

• None
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years
• 11 + years

06


Please select ALL of the certifications you currently hold.

• A-5 Auto Brakes
• T-4 Truck Brakes
• A-6 Elect Systems
• A-7 Heat & A/C
• A-8 Engine Performance
• T-5 Susp. & SteeringOrA-4 Susp. & Steering
• F-1 Maintenance & Testing
• F-2 Design & Perf.
• F-3 Fire Pumps
• F-6 Allison Trans
• F-7 Foam Systems
• L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Maintenance
• ASE Course Master Certification
• L-3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles
• EVT Course Master Certification

07


Do you understand that you must obtain a motor vehicle air-conditioning systems (MACS) Section 609 or equivalent certification in use of refrigerant recycling equipment within twelve (12) months of hire date or promotion?

• Yes
• No

08


Do you understand that you must obtain and maintain an ASE certification in medium/heavy truck brakes (T4) within twelve (12) months of hire date or promotion?

• Yes
• No

09


Do you understand that you must acquire and maintain an ASE certification in auto brakes (A4) within twelve (12) months of hire date or promotion?

• Yes
• No

10


Do you understand that you must acquire and maintain an EVT Law Enforcement Vehicle Maintenance (L1) certification within twenty-four (24) months of hire date or promotion.

• Yes
• No

11


I understand that, as a condition of employment with the City of Ocala, I will be required to review and electronically sign a Policy and Consent form related to the Lytx® in-vehicle safety system. I understand that this consent includes acknowledgment of the collection and use of video, audio, location, and, where applicable, biometric data for safety, compliance, and operational purposes. I further understand that on my first day of employment, an email from View email address on click.appcast.io will be sent to my City of Ocala employee email address with instructions, and that the form must be completed within twenty-four (24) hours of my official start date.

• Yes
• No

12


I understand that all information I provide regarding my background, education, certifications, licenses, and work history is subject to verification once an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.I further understand that any false, misleading, or incomplete information, or the omission of relevant information, may be grounds for disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an employment offer, or dismissal from employment if discovered after I begin work.

• Yes
• No

Required Question