Fleet Technician I-II, Master Technician

This position will remain open continuously until filled.

Salary Range: $26.47/HR - $41.47/HR, DOQ/E

The Town of Castle Rock’s future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that makes decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork , cooperation , and quality communication . We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply.

Working for the Town of Castle Rock includes:

• The opportunity to make a difference in our community
• Career Advancement Programs
• Employee well-being program
• Competitive total compensation with an excellent benefits package
• Free membership to the MAC or Recreation Center
• Public Service Student Loan eligible employer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform a range of minor service functions involving mechanical and basic electrical components. This is an entry level position and provides opportunities to gain knowledge for the higher skills required in the level II position. Technicians will learn to use more specialized diagnostic equipment and gain greater independence performing work assignments. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed with the proper certification and experience.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs on automobiles, light and medium-heavy duty trucks snow plows, and similar vehicles.
• Perform basic level up fitting of equipment for all classes of vehicles in the fleet.
• Conducts maintenance, inspection, testing, diagnosis, and repair operations on all vehicle and equipment systems including: engines, gas, diesel, and alternative fueled vehicles.
• Participates in repair of all gas-powered vehicles and heavy equipment; periodic vehicle inspections and regular maintenance.
• Lubricates chassis and changes oil; repairs flats, shocks, lights, brakes and steam-cleans engines on vehicles.
• Services ignitions, differentials, and transmissions and transfer cases.
• Repairs suspensions, steering, differential and driveline systems; repairs electrical, air conditioning, exhaust, hydraulic, and cooling systems.
• Welds and/or retrofits automobiles, maintenance equipment.
• Conducts engine analyzer tests.
• Performs Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections.
• Repairs and maintains riding lawn mowers, push mowers, edgers, blowers, and power saws.
• Participates in overhauling motors and minor repairs of street sweepers.
• Performs repair-type welding and fabrication.
• Drives agency vehicles off grounds.
• Provides necessary information for completion of work orders.
• Provides care and maintenance of shop equipment.
• Picks up supplies.
• Writes work order notes.
• Cleans work area and personal and shop tools.
• Requisitions for parts and supplies.
• Performs annual training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Fleet Technician I: Generally, a High School diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented with vocational training in auto and equipment repair. One (1) year of previous work experience as a technician; or any equivalent combination. DOT Inspector Certification is required or ability to obtain within one (1) year. ASE Certification G1 Auto Maintenance and Light Repair is desired; or ability to attain within one year of employment. A valid Colorado Class B CDL driver’s license with Air Brake endorsement is required, or ability to obtain within one (1) year.

Fleet Technician II: Generally, a High School diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented with vocational training in auto and equipment repair. Three (3) years' previous experience as a technician; or any equivalent combination. DOT Air Brake Inspector Certification is required. G1 Auto Maintenance and Light Repair. ASE Master Automobile or Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician is desired. Valid Colorado Class B CDL driver’s license with Air Brake endorsement is required, or ability to obtain within one (1) year.

Master Technician: Generally, a High School diploma or GED Equivalent; supplemented with vocational training in auto and equipment repair. Five (5) years of previous experience as a technician; or any equivalent combination. ASE Certified Master Technician is required. DOT Air Brake Inspector Certification is required. DOT Inspector Certification is required. Completion of Certified Competent Person training. Valid Colorado Class A CDL driver’s license with Air Brake endorsement, or ability to obtain within one (1) year.

***This position is part of the Town’s snow removal program. Will have scheduled on-call responsibilities through the winter months to remove snow using a 4-wheel drive pickup and/or heavy equipment. Snow removal shifts are typically 12 hours.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• a valid Colorado Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of procedures, methods, supplies, materials and tools for vehicle and equipment diagnosis.
• Knowledge of proper and safe repair techniques for equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of proper and safe work practices.
• Knowledge in repairing equipment, utilizing a wide variety of tools and equipment.
• Skill in communicating effectively.
• Ability to understand verbal and written work orders and requests.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to understand and interpret repair manuals, CD ROM Manual System, Electrical Diagrams, and Hydraulic System Diagrams.
• Ability to maintain necessary work records.
• Ability to interpret Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Job Requirements to ensure compliance within Town fleet.
• Visual perception and discrimination ability.
• Ability to maintain effective work relationships.

Physical Demands:

• Moderate to heavy physical work to include lifting and maneuvering up to 100lbs
• Frequent performance of activities requiring a full range of body movement including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling/bending, crouching, crawling, and/or twisting
• Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate tools and electrical equipment as well as for driving equipment and vehicles
• Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens
• Ability to physically access various points within the Town’s facilities and properties, including the out-of-door environment where vehicles may be located.

Work Environment:

• Works regularly in typical shop conditions that involve exposure to dirt, dust, odors, wetness, fumes, noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, and toxic agents
• Occasionally works outdoors in conditions that involve exposure to pollen, humidity, rain, temperature extremes and traffic hazards

Equipment Used:

• This position may require the occasional use of personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

This posting is subject to close at any point in time once a qualified pool of applicants has been obtained.

Must satisfactorily complete a driving record check and criminal background check prior to commencing employment.

The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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