Fleet Mechanic

Fleet Maintenance Technician

Under general direction, performs a variety of highly skilled diagnostics, maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance on a diverse fleet of gasoline, diesel, hybrid, heavy duty, medium duty, light duty, and specialized municipal equipment. Utilizes computerized diagnostic equipment, manufacturer software, and technical resources to ensure fleet reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine service on City vehicles and equipment, including cars, trucks, motor graders, tractors, mowers, golf carts, and other equipment. Complete inspections, lubrication, fluid and filter changes, scheduled maintenance, and adjustments utilizing a variety of hand and power tools to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system failures on City vehicles and equipment. Inspect and test components to determine the root cause of equipment malfunctions. Ability to understand diagnostic software, testing equipment, wiring diagrams, and repair manuals. Replacing defective parts and verify repairs through operational testing ensuring the vehicle or equipment is safe and reliable.
• Assist in training while offering support and modeling high performance behavior for new teammates and contractors as assigned.
• Efficiently use acetylene or plasma torch to cut, weld, and fabricate materials.
• Assist and participate in performing tasks within other City Departments as needed or assigned.
• Install and maintain police vehicle equipment such as light bars, radios, docking stations etc.
• Track time and materials for work orders as needed making sure that time is billable and work orders are closed when the repair is complete.
• Learn and adhere to all safety protocols. Operate in a safe manner at all times including operation of vehicles and equipment. Wear and utilize appropriate PPE at all times. Promptly report unsafe conditions, equipment, or operations to a supervisor.
• May travel to work sites to accurately test and repair any system on equipment or vehicles. Manage time efficiently. Develop and maintain effective customer relationships. Maintain cleanliness of shop, tools, and equipment.

Core beliefs are deeply held values and assumptions that guide individuals in the workplace. Core beliefs define how we do things. By establishing core beliefs, the City of Montrose is creating a common culture that shapes employee behavior in a positive and predictable manner. When these beliefs are shared, they create cohesiveness and mutual commitment in the organization and flexibility to changes as they occur. Our core beliefs are centered on exceptional service and are based around treating our customers and fellow team members with dignity and respect. We value teamwork and recognize that we must continually strive to improve the customer experience. Every team member, regardless of job title, plays a part in creating a service environment and each are empowered to respond to the needs of our customers and teammates. We have six Core Beliefs: Respect, Ethics, Leadership, Accountability, Transparency, Excellence in Service (RELATE).

Job requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Five (5) years experience in mechanical field or similar position and two (2) years of mechanical training preferred.
• Requires knowledge of equipment, materials and procedures involved in maintenance and repair of city vehicles and equipment, with the ability to repair and maintain heavy equipment, gas and diesel vehicles and machinery at a highly skilled level.

Licensures & certificates (must be active and current.):

• ASE Certifications in at least four (4) categories-Automotive, Truck and Hydraulics preferred.
• Current Colorado Class A or B Commercial Driver’s license preferred; must be able to obtain within 90 days of start date; must have acceptable driving record.

Physical requirements and work environment:

Performing the duties of this job requires mobile physical requirements; the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Lifting requirements of 40 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally. Environment includes exposure to outside elements, with walking and driving in inclement weather. Hand/eye coordination for operation of personal computer; vision for reading and preparing electronic work orders; frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communications with employees. Occasional outside work, with exposure to outside elements. Must be able to withstand contact with a variety of cleaning agents and solvents. May be subjected to a variety of airborne particles.

Late applications will not be accepted. All candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen. The City of Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.