Fleet Maintenance Technician

This position works under general supervision and is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of turf, off-road, construction, and other light- to medium-duty equipment. Equipment serviced includes mini excavators, backhoes, mowers, trailers, sweepers, side-by-sides, UTVs, ATVs, chainsaws, string trimmers, handheld blowers, pumps, and other small- to mid-sized equipment. A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is not required, though applicants with a CDL are welcome to apply.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, troubleshooting, and solving a variety of mechanical problems. No two days are the same. Technicians work on engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, drivetrains, brakes, attachments, small engines, and some fabrication-related repairs. If you enjoy learning new skills and working on a wide range of equipment, this is a great opportunity to build your experience in a shop environment that offers variety, challenge, and continuous growth.

Benefits

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family
• PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Requirements

• Associate's degree, 2 years technical/trade school or equivalent military training
• 4 years of experience in an automobile, heavy truck or equipment maintenance/repair organization
• or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Valid state-issued driver's license
• Must pass City of Boise background check, including criminal history and reference checks
• Designated as safety sensitive; subject to drug testing (post-offer, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident)
• Must be able to obtain the following licenses/certifications within probationary period (typically 6 months, extendable to 9 months if needed):
  • Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake, tank and passenger endorsement
  • Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) license for A/C recovery, recycling and recharge
  • Ada County Air Quality Board emission testing license

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties of an entry-level mechanic, including mentoring and team coordination
• Conducts preventive maintenance services on vehicles and equipment per manufacturers' specifications or City of Boise requirements
• Performs safety inspections of overall vehicle or equipment
• Diagnoses issues with, installs, and repairs specialized equipment and systems
• Repairs vehicle systems identified through preventative maintenance inspections or due to failure
• Repairs, rebuilds, or replaces components using specialty tools
• Documents repairs and services in the fleet program
• Performs fabrication and welding repairs on vehicles and equipment
• Coordinates services and repairs with department designees
• Greets customers and advises on repair type, estimated cost, status, and completion time
• Communicates with vendors, dealers, and manufacturers to facilitate warranties or sublet repairs
• Assists with ordering parts and services
• Processes repair orders in the computer system
• Verifies accuracy of equipment meter, parts, sublet, and services provided, including technician comments
• Performs other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Eight years of hands-on combined experience in an automobile, heavy truck, or equipment maintenance/repair organization
• Master Level Certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in automobiles and heavy trucks
• Certification in the Emergency Vehicle Technician Association (EVT) program in ARFF, Fire Truck Electrical, and Emergency Vehicle Technician

Skills

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of heavy industrial equipment and trucks
• Operation and repair of automotive equipment and tools
• Computer usage including related software
• Diagnostics, electronic repair, mechanical repair, and fabrication on systems common to automobiles and emergency vehicles
• Ability to work without close supervision and follow policies/procedures
• Furnish own hand tools
• Provide quality customer service
• Safely operate vehicles, maintenance, and repair equipment/tools
• Communicate effectively in English
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Capable of operating vehicles safely with an acceptable driving record

Working Conditions

• Frequently lifts/carries up to 35 pounds; occasionally up to 100 pounds
• Frequently pushes/pulls up to 35 pounds; occasionally up to 100 pounds
• Noise level is frequently very loud
• Sensory abilities: talk, hear, smell, touch, close/distance/peripheral vision, depth perception
• Physical activities: sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, balance, hand/finger dexterity
• Work environment includes:
  • Inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures
  • Wet/humid conditions, dust, odors, mist, gases, or other airborne matter
  • Mechanical and electrical hazards, work at heights
  • Driving vehicles
  • Exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals
  • Icy/wet surfaces, tripping hazards
• Occasional call-outs