Fleet Maintenance Technician - Heavy Duty / Diesel

Fleet Maintenance Technician

The City of Olathe is hiring one Fleet Maintenance Technician for our Heavy Duty / Diesel Equipment team. This position may be filled at Technician Level I, II, III, or IV, level, depending on the selected candidate's verified experience, certifications, and overall qualifications. Candidates who do not meet the requirements for a higher-level designation may still be considered for placement at the appropriate technician level.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, brake, suspension, and drivetrain issues
• Perform preventive maintenance on heavy-duty trucks and related equipment to keep City fleet operations safe and reliable
• Complete repairs on diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, air brake systems, PTO systems, and hydraulic components
• Perform equipment installation, fabrication, welding, and acetylene cutting as needed
• Maintain accurate service and repair records
• Respond to emergency and after-hours service needs when required
• Support maintenance of Police and Fire equipment as assigned

Equipment You'll Service

• Backhoes, loaders, and excavators
• Dump trucks
• Refuse trucks
• Sewer/vac trucks and hydrovacs
• Snowplows
• Specialized fleet and support equipment
• Street sweepers

Technician Level Placement

Fleet Maintenance Technician I

• Pay Range: $21.75–$24.97 per hour depending on qualifications

• Minimum Experience: 2 years of relevant automotive, diesel, fleet, or equipment maintenance experience

• Required Certification at Hire: A/C refrigerant recovery and recycling certification

Fleet Maintenance Technician II

• Pay Range: $23.75–$26.95 per hour depending on qualifications

• Minimum Experience: 3 years of relevant automotive, diesel, fleet, or equipment maintenance experience

• Required Certifications at Hire:

  • A/C refrigerant recovery and recycling certification

  • ASE Brakes

  • ASE Suspension/Steering

  • One additional ASE or EVT certification

Fleet Maintenance Technician III

• Pay Range: $25.50–$29.72 per hour depending on qualifications

• Minimum Experience: 6 years of relevant automotive, diesel, fleet, or equipment maintenance experience

• Required Certifications at Hire:

  • A/C refrigerant recovery and recycling certification

  • Three ASE certifications total, including:

    • ASE Brakes

    • ASE Suspension/Steering

    • One additional ASE certification

  • EVT F1 or F2, plus F3 and F4, may be required based on assignment or advanced placement level

Fleet Maintenance Technician IV

• Pay Range: $28.00–$33.20 per hour depending on qualifications

• Minimum Experience: 10 years of relevant automotive, diesel, fleet, or equipment maintenance experience

• Required Certifications at Hire:

  • A/C refrigerant recovery and recycling certification

  • ASE Master Mechanic credentials

  • Additional EVT certifications or assignment-specific training may be required based on assignment

Additional Requirements for All Levels

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver's license with favorable driving record

• Ability to obtain a Kansas Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements within 6 months of hire.

• The City of Olathe offers a free CDL training program that can be completed during the first 6 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade school or coursework in automotive or diesel technology

• Hydraulic systems experience

• Welding/fabrication experience

• Experience with heavy-duty fleet, construction equipment, or municipal vehicles

Why Join the City of Olathe?

• Competitive benefits and retirement

• Paid leave and paid parental leave

• Training and advancement opportunities

• Modern tools and diagnostic equipment

• Work that directly supports the Olathe community

If you are a skilled technician who values quality work, safety, and teamwork, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with the City of Olathe.

View our benefits to learn more about the City of Olathe's comprehensive benefits package.

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

The Fleet Maintenance Technician uses their technical expertise to perform complex skilled maintenance, diagnostics and repairs to automotive, light, and medium duty trucks, and a wide variety of equipment such as but not limited to tractors and lawn mowers to ensure the vehicles and equipment operate safely and efficiently. This position is part of a four-level career progression of Fleet Maintenance Technician I, II, III and IV.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes vehicle and equipment failures; determines causes, recommends and/or completes repair solutions including but not limited to engine, transmission, brake suspension, hydraulic and electric repairs using proper safety devices and procedures.

• Performs routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks to prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of vehicles and equipment.

• Performs equipment installation, fabrication, welding, and acetylene cutting for all types of vehicles and equipment.

• Responds to emergency repairs and service calls on vehicles and equipment including afterhours calls.

• Maintains accurate and detailed records; reports on repairs performed, equipment usage and condition.

Qualifications

Experience: A minimum of three years of training and/or experience in Automotive and Equipment Maintenance and repair is required. Hydraulic experience preferred.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent supplemented with course work in automotive technology is required. Trade school is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver's license with favorable driving record is required. A class B commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement is required within 6 months of employment.

Environmental or Physical Demands: May encounter moderate noise levels from vehicles, equipment, instruments, or ventilation systems.