Medium & Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician (Fleet Mechanic)

Refuse Truck Mechanic

Provides skilled mechanical work involving road resting, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of refuse trucks, medium and heavy-duty trucks over 26,000 lbs., aerial equipment, generators, and large equipment. Work requires the exercise of independent judgement concerning the method of repair. Reports To: Fleet Manager Shop Foreman Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance of a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel equipment over 26,000 lbs., both on and off road.
• Remove, replace, repair, maintain, and diagnose components and/or complete assemblies that fall under the following categories:
• Engine (EX: Fluids, Water pump, belts, filters etc.)
• Transmission & Transaxles (EX: Fluids, Valve body, connector etc.)
• Manual Drive Tran & Axles (EX: Fluids, CV joints, Clutch etc.)
• Suspension & Steering (EX: Fluids, Struts, mounts, Tires, etc.)
• Brakes (EX: Fluids, Rotors, Pads, Module etc.)
• Electrical (EX: Fuses, Harness, Bulbs, etc.)
• Heating and Air-conditioning (EX: Freon, Evaporator, Condenser, etc.)
• Performance (EX: Diagnosing of electrical emissions components and replacement of, etc.)
• Diesel (EX: Fluids, Filters, Injectors etc.)
• Hydraulic Systems (EX: Fluids, Cylinders, Valves, etc.)
• Air Systems (EX: Air Chambers, Valves, etc.)
• Provides emergency road service to all municipal vehicles and equipment.
• Have welding experience with acetylene/oxygen, MIG, and TIG.
• Assembles hoses and other components as required.
• Keeps work area clean.
• Safely uses all types of power and hand tools, lifts, and jacks necessary in performing the task.
• Road tests before to verify concerns, then after assuring the repairs performed meet OEM standards and address the customer's concern.

Type of Appointment/Work hours:

• Full-time/Regular in-person position.
• Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day. The workday may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.
• Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.

Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalency.
• Must have five (5) years of Medium / Heavy Duty and Large equipment experience as a Technician.
• One (1) to two (2) years of specific vocational preparation in Truck repair.
• Welding experience with acetylene/oxygen, MIG, and TIG Preferred.
• Must own tools to perform necessary repairs.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Must pass a mechanical aptitude test as determined by Fleet Manager.
• Must be certified and maintain certifications as required by local, federal, and state laws; this may include, but is not limited to testing required by specific agencies such as ASE (Automotive Service Excellence), Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling (MACS), FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
• Must possess a valid Florida CDL Driver's License with a clean driving record or be able to obtain a CDL within one year.
• Must pass a background screening process.

Core Competencies:

• Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.
• Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.
• Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.
• Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.
• Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and comply with the City's Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions. Veteran's Preference Policy: In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, the City of Homestead complies with Florida law by providing Veterans' Preference in hiring. Qualified applicants, including veterans, spouses, widows/widowers, parents of service members, and current reserve or National Guard members, may receive hiring priority if they meet minimum qualifications and can perform the duties required. Veterans' Preference includes additional points on exams, prioritized placement on employment lists, and education waivers for certain qualified individuals. This preference ensures eligible candidates are considered fairly at all stages of the hiring process. For questions, contact the Human Resources Department.