Fleet Services Technician I

Fleet Services Technician I

The City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department is seeking a Fleet Services Technician I to join our Fleet Services Team. This is the full journey-level position in the Fleet Services Technician series. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for maintaining the overall operating condition of all vehicles and equipment within the City's fleet. This includes automobiles, light and medium duty trucks, backhoes, street sweepers, fire trucks, loaders, sewer cleaning trucks, aerial lifts, AC generators, specialized construction and emergency vehicles, equipment powered by gasoline, diesel and electric engines, vehicles operated hydraulically, or with alternate fuels. Performs a variety of tasks including preventative maintenance inspections, mandated inspections, in-depth testing and diagnoses, and all facets of minor to major repairs including: over-hauling of engines, transmissions, drive-trains and other major components. Additional tasks include: installation, service and repair of hydraulic equipment on vehicles and equipment within the fleet, diagnosis and repair of electrical components including generators, distributors, relays, lights, switches and high- voltage light systems. The Fleet Services Technician I will document all maintenance performed by utilizing the City's computerized fleet maintenance system and will perform other work as required. All Technicians must provide their own set of professional tools consistent with an apprentice level automotive technician and will receive an annual tool allowance of $800.

This is the full journey-level class with the Automotive/Equipment Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Vehicle Services Assistant by the level of responsibility, independence and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.