Fleet Services Attendant

Vehicle Service Attendant

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Department: Fleet Facility

Date: May 2, 2018

Summary: Under general supervision, performs cleaning services and minor repair duties for the city's fleet.

Essential Functions:

• Cleans vehicles; refuels vehicles; checks fluid levels; provides minor painting (rims, bumpers…)
• Performs general building and grounds cleaning.
• Conducts road service calls to provide replacement vehicles for vehicles in need of servicing.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Provides assistance to mechanic and other staff as needed.
• Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

Knowledge and Skills:

• City policies and procedures.
• Basic vehicle and equipment cleaning, maintenance and minor repair practices and procedures.
• Safety procedures and practices.
• Personal computer and various software applications.
• Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
• Providing efficient customer service.
• Understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent; AND one year of basic automotive/motorized equipment cleaning and minor repair experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License and Certification: Possession of a valid Texas Class C Driver's License with a clean record. Will train to obtain a Class C Driver's License with endorsement.

Physical Demands and Working Environment: Work is performed both in an outdoor and indoor work environment. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions and hazardous chemicals. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Compensation Range: DOQ

The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision services.