Automotive Equipment Technician

About the role

The salary indicated above includes longevity (1% earned after five years and increases to a maximum of 4% after 20 years).

Representative Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex maintenance services, including inspections, adjustments, lubrication and component replacement to maximize equipment reliability, safety, and service life.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, repair, and overhaul of the City's fleet vehicles and equipment, including gasoline- and diesel-powered light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles, police and fire apparatus, and other specialized equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and test complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, steering, suspension, and emission control systems using industry-standard diagnostic equipment, tools, and techniques.
• Absorb and assist other Automotive Equipment Technicians with difficult tasks, complex repairs, diagnostics, or tasks and projects requiring specialized expertise or multiple technicians.
• Fabricate, modify, install, and repair mechanical components, assemblies, and equipment using metal fabrication, welding, machining, and other shop techniques as required.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, and test specialized fire apparatus and emergency response equipment, including pumps, valves, emergency lighting systems, and related components to ensure operational readiness and compliance with applicable standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by properly operating, maintaining, and caring for shop equipment, tools, materials, and work areas in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, work orders, and other documentation related to vehicle and equipment maintenance, repairs, and inspections.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• In addition, candidates must possess any combination of education and experience equivalent to successful completion of a recognized automotive or diesel technology program and demonstrated knowledge of automotive equipment repair.
• Applicants must also meet one of the following:
• Possess a minimum of four (4) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications;
• Successfully complete at least two (2) years of automotive or diesel technology training from an accredited trade or technical school and obtain four (4) ASE certifications within one (1) year of employment.
• Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, certifications, and directly related work experience that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.

Physical Requirements

• The position requires the ability to perform heavy physical work, including climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and performing repetitive hand movements while inspecting, servicing, repairing, and testing vehicles and equipment.
• Work involves frequent use of manual dexterity to operate tools, diagnostic equipment, machinery, and vehicles, as well as the ability to communicate effectively through speaking and hearing.
• The position requires heavy lifting, including exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds continuously.
• The position also requires visual acuity sufficient enough to safely operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment, perform inspections, diagnose mechanical and electrical systems, and evaluate the quality, accuracy, and completeness of maintenance and repair work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Bremerton is committed to integrating diverse perspectives and experiences into all aspects of our organization. We strive to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.