Vehicle & Equipment Technician

Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance Technician

Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance Technician to diagnose, adjust, repair, overhaul, and maintain County gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles and equipment in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations. Technician will address and resolve repair orders in a safe, efficient, and quality manner, with a strong focus on customer service.

Essential Job Functions

The technician will:

• Adjusts, repairs, overhauls, and maintains vehicles and equipment such as sedans; sports utility vehicles; vans; light, medium, and heavy duty, or specialized trucks; trailers; and backhoes, excavators, skid loaders and related attachments.
• Reviews repair orders or instructions to determine work activities. Identifies materials and tools required and estimate time needed to complete the work.
• Uses computerized diagnostic equipment, test drives, visual observation, or other specialized skills and tools to inspect and identify problems, troubleshoot or recreate situations, and verify customer complaints before work is initiated.
• Diagnoses the cause and related symptoms of any malfunction. Reviews vehicle and equipment files to determine whether parts, accessories, vehicle, or equipment are covered by manufacturer or vendor warranty.
• Applies deductive and inductive reasoning and the use of checklists, technical manuals, and experience to estimate and compare the short-term and long-term costs and benefits of potential solutions.
• Evaluates strengths and weaknesses of options, determines the best solution, and plans the appropriate work procedures. Consults with coworkers, customers, and vendors to coordinate and execute work activities.
• Installs parts and accessories or performs repairs in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.
• Fabricates and welds parts as needed to repair cracks or damage.
• Understands and reviews the implications of new information related to a solution for both current and future problem solving and decision making. Monitors and controls financial and personnel resources to assure costs do not exceed benefits.
• Conducts quality control and assurance procedures to confirm the repair is complete and the vehicle or equipment operates safely and reliably.
• Performs mandatory inspections and preventive maintenance to maximize the safety, productivity, and life of the vehicle or equipment. Examines the vehicle or equipment to determine if additional safety or repair work is required and make appropriate notations of recommended repairs.
• Mounts and removes, maintains, and repairs snow removal equipment to include, but not limited to, snowplows and salt spreaders.
• Responds to roadside or offsite emergencies, transporting any needed tools and parts, and assess the feasibility of performing the repair. Tows or arranges for towing if the vehicle or equipment cannot be repaired or operate safely.
• Provides emergency or relief assistance to Technicians that repair and maintain small engine equipment to include, but not limited to, chainsaws, lawnmowers, tractors, trimmers, leaf blowers, and generators as and when needed.
• Documents work performed in a clear, detailed but concise, and timely manner.
• Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the work area, as well as safeguarding assets to include vehicles, equipment, tools, and parts.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess a valid drivers license and able to obtain a Class B CDL within one year of hire.

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification or industry equivalent.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 609 Technician Certification or able to obtain within six months of hire.

Forklift Certification or able to obtain within six months of hire.

Special Requirements/Qualifications:

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A CDL POSITION, AND EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING.

Subject to work beyond the normal scheduled hours of work.

Subject to call back in emergencies.

Work is subject to frequent interruptions.

Employee is required to execute all duties with ethics and integrity and must take the appropriate measures to safeguard assets to include vehicles, equipment, and tools. Employee may need to attend training to obtain or improve knowledge and develop or update specific skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of codes, standards, regulations, and practices related to vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of design, use, maintenance, and repair of vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Knowledge of county policies and procedures, standard operational practices, and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of customer service and quality standards.
• Knowledge of basic office procedures, computers, and iPads.
• Ability to read and understand repair orders and instructions.
• Ability to make precisely coordinated movements and grasp or assemble small objects.
• Ability to successfully communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to actively listen to customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Skill to diagnose the cause and related symptoms of malfunctions and proficiently repair vehicles, equipment, and related parts, accessories, and systems.
• Skill to safely operate computerized diagnostic equipment; handheld, electric, or pneumatic tools; and vehicle and equipment hoists and lifts.
• Skill to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
• Skill to prepare accurate records and reports.

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion and is performed in or near a fleet maintenance facility, at roadside or offsite locations, and may be outside. Typical positions require employees to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 100 pounds and, when directed by supervisory personnel, lift, and carry more than 100 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape, and temperature of items; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors. The employee needs to be agile enough to work under, in, and above vehicles and equipment.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in or near a fleet maintenance facility, at roadside or offsite locations, and may be outside during inclement weather. The position works in a team environment and the employee must be willing to accept additional duties.

Department/Division: Public Works Facilities/Fleet and Inventory Management

Pay Grade: 112

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Telework Eligible: No

Reports to: Fleet Maintenance Superintendent; As directed, employee may temporarily report to other supervisory personnel to include the Inventory Program Manager and Chief of Fleet and Inventory Management

Supervises: None