FLEET MASTER TECHNICIAN

About the role

The City of St. George Fleet Department is seeking a Master Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing a wide variety of vehicles, including emergency vehicles, transit buses, trucks, and automobiles.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel, gasoline, and various other types of vehicles.
• Perform major engine overhauls, adjust computer command controls, and replace defective parts.
• Use sophisticated computer testing equipment to diagnose drivetrain and exhaust after treatment components.
• Perform oxyacetylene and electronic welding as required.
• Lay out, cut, and fit material for welding.
• Perform state safety inspections.
• Understand and diagnose multiplex data systems using laptop computer technology.
• Make decisions on what repairs will be made and complete all required work to achieve proper vehicle performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance for all City equipment and vehicles.
• Up-fit various vehicles with extensive electrical and computer software knowledge and procedures.
• Train and assist with supervision of Journey Technician and Apprentice Technician.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training in CAN/multiplexing data systems required.
• Minimum of eight (8) years full time currently employed in Automotive/Diesel truck or Heavy equipment repair, electrical repair, and diagnosis of complex computer systems with current technology of passenger vehicles and light duty pickups.
• Thorough knowledge of Controller Area Network (CAN) system network communication.
• Experience and ability to wire and/or repair any components in a complete electrical system.

Qualifications

• Absolutely must possess ASE Master Certification and maintain certifications.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a valid Utah Commercial Driver License Class B within 6 months of hire.
• Must obtain State safety inspection certification for buses and heavy trucks within 90 days of employment.
• Must obtain Refrigerant recovery and recycling certification within 90 days of employment.

Benefits

The City of St. George offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Full city benefits package covering 100% of the premiums for the High Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents.
• 2 weeks of vacation time during the first year of employment, one of which is available on the first day of employment.
• Paid time off, 13 paid holidays per year, sick leave, great health care options, recreation & golf benefits, longevity bonuses, and a retirement pension plan.