Vehicle Maintenance Technician

General Fleet Maintenance Technician I–IVThe City of Olathe is seeking qualified candidates for General Fleet Maintenance Technician I–IV positions to help maintain the vehicles and equipment that support essential City services.A $4,000 hiring bonus is available for eligible candidates.Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Includes Shift Differential: $0.74 per hourGeneral Fleet Maintenance Technicians perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of the City's passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, vans, and other assigned fleet units that support daily municipal operations and essential City services. This work helps keep fleet assets safe, reliable, and ready for service. Responsibilities include inspections, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, brake, steering, suspension, air conditioning, and drivetrain systems.In municipal fleet maintenance, your work has a direct impact every day. You are not just repairing vehicles and equipment—you are helping keep public works, utilities, parks, facilities, and other essential City services operating safely and reliably for the community.Positions may be filled at the I, II, III, or IV level depending on the selected candidate's experience, training, certifications, and demonstrated ability. While core duties are generally consistent across levels, the complexity of work, degree of independent judgment, and minimum qualifications increase with each level.Technician Level PlacementGeneral Fleet Maintenance Technician I Pay Range: $21.75 - $28.90 per hour, depending on qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 0 to 2 years of related experience. High school diploma or GED required. Related vocational or technical training may substitute for some experience or be considered qualifying preparation.General Fleet Maintenance Technician II Pay Range: $23.75 - $31.79 per hour, depending on qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 2 to 4 years of related experience. High school diploma or GED required. Related vocational or technical training preferred.General Fleet Maintenance Technician III Pay Range: $25.50 - $34.97 per hour, depending on qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 4 to 6 years of related experience in fleet, automotive, or equipment maintenance. High school diploma or GED required. Technical training and job-related certifications preferred.General Fleet Maintenance Technician IV Pay Range: $28.00 - $39.06 per hour, depending on qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 6 or more years of progressively responsible related experience, including complex diagnostics and repair work. High school diploma or GED required. Advanced technical training and certifications strongly preferred.Placement within the technician level structure will be based on a combination of related experience, technical training, certifications, approved equivalent credentials, and demonstrated ability to perform the work at the expected level of independence.Preferred QualificationsASE certifications or other related industry certificationsExperience diagnosing and repairing electrical systemsExperience with preventive maintenance and repair of passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, and fleet equipmentExperience using scan tools, diagnostic software, and computerized maintenance systemsRequired Licenses and CertificationsValid driver's license with a favorable driving recordAbility to obtain a Kansas Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment, if required by assignmentDOT medical certificate within the required timeframe, if required by assignmentAir conditioning and refrigerant recovery/recycling certification at hire or within a specified period after hire, depending on assignmentAdditional licenses or certifications may be required based on assignment and must be obtained within a specified period as a condition of continued employmentCertifications and EquivalencyThe City recognizes that candidates may demonstrate technical qualifications through a combination of relevant experience, formal education, trade school coursework, approved manufacturer or factory training, and industry certifications.Preferred or required technical certifications may be satisfied through approved equivalent credentials, including recent trade school or college coursework, manufacturer or factory training, or other job-related certifications, as determined by the City.Comparable certifications demonstrating equivalent technical knowledge and skill may also be considered in evaluating candidate qualifications and technician-level placement.Work ScheduleMonday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.CDL TrainingThis position may require a Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements, along with a DOT medical certificate, within six months of employment, depending on assignment. If required, employees in this role will participate in the City's CDL Training Program. The city provides training resources and support to help employees prepare successfully.Why Join the City of Olathe?Competitive benefits and retirementPaid leave and paid parental leaveTraining and advancement opportunitiesModern tools and diagnostic equipmentWork that directly supports the Olathe communityView our benefits to learn more about the City of Olathe's comprehensive benefits package.Hiring Bonus EligibilityBonus Payment Structure$1,000 after 30 days of active employment$1,000 after six months of active employment$2,000 after one year of continuous employment and after all required certifications identified in the offer letter have been obtainedHiring bonus amounts are subject to budget availability, required approvals, and applicable City policy.Ineligibility for Hiring Bonus includes:Current City of Olathe employees transferring, promoting, demoting, or otherwise moving between City positionsTemporary, seasonal, intern, or part-time employees, unless expressly approvedRehired former employees within 24 months of separationIndividuals hired through staffing agencies or other third-party arrangementsFor more details, review the full job details and requirements below.