Fleet Technician

About the role

The Highlands Ranch Metro District is seeking a skilled and motivated Fleet Technician to join our Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department. This role involves maintaining and repairing a variety of vehicles and equipment, contributing to custom fabrication projects, and assisting with vehicle/equipment recoveries.

Responsibilities

• Complies with safety policies and procedures to ensure safety.
• Provides quality customer service to staff, contractors, community members, and organizations.
• Takes direction from supervisors to prioritize daily work.
• Maintains professional relationships with employees, vendors, and the public.
• Maintains inventory and assists with repairs and recovery of vehicles and equipment.
• Performs up-fitting of vehicles and equipment to meet user needs, adhering to NHTSA and NTEA standards.
• Assists with welding, fabrication, and repair projects using various metals.
• Tracks work orders using web-based software.
• Assists with shop and on-site welding, fabrication, and repair projects.
• Performs administrative duties as assigned.
• Mentors and trains other Fleet employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, with specific education in automotive technology.
• Some automotive/fleet maintenance experience.
• Valid Colorado State driver's license and required to obtain a Class ‘B’ CDL license after employment.
• Successfully obtain ASE certification in breaks within 12 months of hire.
• CPR and 1st Aid certification within 12 months of hire.

Skills

• Skilled in the operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and email communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn.
• Physically able to move about on work sites and under adverse field conditions.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours.

Benefits

• Health & Retirement: 100% paid employee-only medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums; 100% contribution match for the pension plan.
• Work/life Balance: 80 hours of earned vacation per year, increasing after 5 years; 80 hours of annual sick leave; 32 hours of annual personal leave; 10 paid holidays.
• Saving, Planning & Other: Generous stipend for personal cell phone; discounts for employees on over 1,000 products and services; Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee.

Application Information

To apply, visit highlandsranch.org/apply.