Fleet Specialist (Heavy Shop)

Fleet Maintenance Technician

Do you enjoy diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of vehicles and equipment, including conventional automotive, heavy and light trucks, dozers, loaders, and other machinery? Join the Prince William County Department of Facilities and Fleet Management Fleet Division team and become part of an organization dedicated to keeping essential County operations moving.

Qualified candidates should have experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy vehicles and equipment. Candidates must possess, or be able to obtain, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications and/or manufacturer certifications. Applicants must also be able to provide their own mechanic hand tools.

A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of hire, is required. Final candidates must successfully complete a medical physical, police background investigation, fingerprinting, credit check, and employment verification.

In accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation requirements, applicants for positions requiring a CDL must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse database or register immediately upon obtaining a CDL after training.

Successful candidates will have the ability to independently diagnose and repair County vehicles, hydraulic drive units, grounds maintenance, and small equipment using electronic scan tools, equipment, and machinery. Inside and outside work is required, and knowledge of computers and electronic data entry is preferred.

In this position, you will diagnose, adjust, repair, and service a broad spectrum of air compressors, pump systems, and truck hydraulic systems You will perform advanced mechanical repairs, overhauls, and maintenance of specialized equipment, as well as fabrication or servicing of assemblies such as single- and two-speed rear axles, multi-speed transmissions, and hydraulic, compressed air, vacuum, and electrical control systems.

You will also perform preventive maintenance tasks on vehicles and equipment—inspecting, diagnosing, and locating mechanical issues. The role requires operating diverse shop machinery, precision instruments, and specialized tools, including dynamometers, valve refacing equipment, micrometers, lathes, and alignment gauges.

You will diagnose and repair computer-aided systems—fuel injection, emission sensors, and anti-skid brake systems using advanced diagnostic tools. The position also includes conducting state safety and emissions inspections for County vehicles, requisitioning parts and materials via computerized systems, and maintaining detailed service records and files of shop operations, equipment, and supplies.

High School diploma or G.E.D. and 2 years of related experience in heavy construction equipment maintenance and repairs.

Experience with diagnosing, adjusting, repairing, and servicing a wide variety of air compressors, pump apparatus, and truck hydraulic systems.

Experience performing skilled mechanical repairs, overhauls, and maintaining specialized equipment.

Experience with overhauls, fabrications, and services assemblies and accessories such as single and two-speed rear axles, multi-speed transmissions, and hydraulic compressed air, vacuum, and electric controls, systems, and components.

Experience performing preventative maintenance on vehicles and/or equipment to include inspecting, diagnosing, and locating mechanical problems in County vehicles and equipment.

Experience with various types of shop equipment, machinery, precision instruments, specialized tools, and devices such as dynamometers, boring bars, valve refacing and reseating equipment, micrometers, dial gauges, wheel alignment gauges, clutch cover assembly devices, power saws, grinders, drill presses, and lathes.

Experience in diagnosing and repairing computer-aided systems such as fuel injection, anti-skid brakes, emission, and engine sensors using computerized equipment.

Experience conducting State safety inspections and State Emissions inspections.

Experience with the purchase of parts and materials used in the repair of equipment via computerized equipment.

Must pass a Police Background and physical, including drug testing, and have a clean driving record.

Must have a Virginia State Inspector or the ability to obtain within one year of start date.

Must have a Class A or B CDL or the ability to obtain one within 12 months.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly; up to 80 pounds applicable.

Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours a week. This position is considered essential and must report to work in emergencies. In addition, this position supports the Public Works' Solid Waste Division and may be required to work on holidays.

Hiring Salary Range: $25.44 to $36.98

This position offers a hiring bonus of $3,000 for candidates who possess a Class A or Class B CDL, which will be paid for in two equal installments. The first installation of $1,500.00 will be paid after you have completed 90 days of employment. The remaining $1,500.00 will be disbursed upon successful completion of the probationary period. Candidates with CDLs must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse.

We also offer great benefits including: Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans, Paid Annual Leave, Paid Personal Leave, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans, Optional Group Life Insurance, An Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Career Development Opportunities.

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