Fleet Service Tech I/II/ Master

City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve. Every position on the Germantown team shares responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose through alignment with the organization’s values and mission of Excellence. Senior leaders are expected to model “The Germantown Way” at all times.

About the role

Master Technician: Performs skilled service, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of City vehicles and equipment requiring a high degree of knowledge and understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory, and advanced skill to use a wide variety of testing procedures and equipment to identify problems which are difficult to locate and repair. Completes major repair, overhauls, and modifications on complex systems with little or no technical advice.

Fleet Service Technician II: Performs skilled service, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of City vehicles and equipment requiring a high degree of knowledge and understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory, and the skill to use a wide variety of testing procedures and equipment in tracing hard-to-locate problems. Works from verbal assignments or work orders and determines the type and extent of repairs needed in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications or accepted trade practices.

Fleet Service Technician I: Performs skilled service, maintenance, and repair work on City vehicles and equipment requiring a basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory, and the skill to make appropriate repairs, adjustments, and settings. Receives initial instructions from supervisor or through work orders and performs routine work independently, selecting tools, deciding on technique, and carrying out assignments with minimal review. Receives assistance on more complicated repairs.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced-level inspections, diagnosis, and repairs of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic defects in gasoline, electric, and diesel-powered equipment, including automobiles, heavy trucks, construction equipment, fire apparatus, and police vehicles.
• Diagnoses difficult performance problems and improvises replacement, assembly, repair, and troubleshooting techniques when necessary.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and performs major overhauls of engines, components, and systems, especially those that are complex or involve unusually difficult problems.
• Uses computerized testing equipment to pinpoint and analyze malfunctions in electrical and other essential systems.
• Installs, repairs, adjusts, cleans, or replaces defective or worn parts, components, and accessories in accordance with specifications or work orders.
• Repairs pumps, lights, generators, hydraulic systems, and other related mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Aligns wheels, adjusts brakes, and performs other mechanical or electrical adjustments.
• May weld and cut parts using welding and flame-cutting equipment and provide welding and fabrication services for other city departments.
• Operates equipment or test-drives vehicles to ensure compliance with safety standards and effectiveness of repairs.
• Prepares work orders recording parts used and labor time, and orders parts as needed.
• Provides lead direction, training, and work review to less experienced staff and assists them with more complex repairs.
• Organizes and performs general cleaning of work area.
• Adapts to changing technology and repair techniques as systems and components become more sophisticated, pursuing additional technical training as needed.
• Maintains and repairs fuel dispensers at various city locations.
• May respond to calls during emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Master Technician:

• Five years of experience as a City Fleet Service Technician (I or II), or ten years of well-rounded motor vehicle experience.
• Must provide own basic hand tools.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess ASE Certified Master Automobile or Heavy Truck Technician certification, or at least eight ASE/EVT certifications in any combination (or obtain them within the probationary period).

Fleet Service Technician II:

• Minimum of five years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on automotive and medium/heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
• Must provide own basic hand tools.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Certifications in Suspension & Steering (T-5) and Brakes (T-4), and ASE Automobile/Light Truck Certifications in Suspension & Steering (A-4) and Brakes (A-5) (or obtain them within a specified time limit).

Fleet Service Technician I:

• Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to a minimum of two years of well-rounded motor vehicle maintenance experience, including some experience in small engine repair and/or construction equipment, or completion of the City of Germantown fleet technician trainee program.
• Must provide own basic hand tools.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess ASE Automobile/Light Truck Certification in Suspension & Steering (A-4) and Brakes (A-5) (or obtain them within a specified time period).

Skills

• Knowledge of common vehicle shop safety regulations and practices.
• Comprehensive knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of the automotive mechanic’s trade.
• Thorough knowledge of advanced principles of electronics and ability to test and replace electronic components.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate various construction equipment to test their functioning capabilities.
• Skill in diagnosing and troubleshooting malfunctions when standard procedures and existing methods do not suffice.
• Advanced skill in the use of diagnostic equipment, including computer-controlled test equipment.
• Skill in troubleshooting all major equipment malfunctions, especially those that are difficult to locate and repair.
• Skill in the care and use of tools and machinery employed in all phases of heavy equipment and automotive mechanical maintenance and repair work, including computerized testing equipment, power tools, and common hand tools.
• Ability to independently determine work methods, sequences, tools, and equipment to use in making extensive and complex repairs.
• Ability to perform some welding.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of people.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend technical manuals and service procedures.
• Ability to distinguish wire colors and differentiate sounds when making repairs.
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions.

Working Conditions

• Usually works indoors in a well-lighted, heated, and ventilated shop.
• Occasionally makes repairs to vehicles at work sites, resulting in exposure to extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
• Regularly exposed to dust, unpleasant smells, and excessive noise.
• Subject to hazards of operating equipment/machinery and irritation from oils, solvents, chemicals, and fumes.
• Regularly requires standing or lying in awkward positions for extended periods.
• Subject to heavy lifting of objects a distance of up to four feet.
• Subject to climbing and stooping.