Fleet Technician I - Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

About the role

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high-quality, safe, and equitable public infrastructure and services. DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

Fleet Management oversees 2,500+ vehicles and equipment, aiming to keep 96% or more city vehicles available. The team manages vehicle use, maintenance expenses, replacements, new vehicle purchases, heavy equipment, and fuel contracts for Denver's City and County vehicles. This position is an excellent opportunity for an early-career or experienced mechanic who enjoys working on a variety of vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment brought to shop for structural integrity and other potential safety and maintenance problems.
• Repair or replace worn parts not requiring major mechanical work.
• Identify and report to supervisor any major problems requiring mechanical attention.
• Inspect primary and auxiliary operating systems for loose and worn parts, hydraulic systems for faulty cylinders, hoses, or fittings, and air systems.
• Remove, repair, and replace wheels and tires on equipment.
• Respond to emergency road service on tires, tubes, and wheels of specialized and heavy-duty automotive equipment, utilizing hydraulic jacks and lifts.
• Remove and replace sealed beam lighting units, light bulbs, light bars, and fuses.
• Operate all types of vehicles and equipment to servicing and storage area.
• Wash and steam clean equipment and clean work area.
• Participate in snow removal duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate.
• One (1) year of experience in the maintenance of gasoline, diesel, and/or alternative/hybrid powered equipment or one year of experience in the repair of tires, tubes, wheels, hydraulic brakes, air brakes, and/or parking brake systems in an automotive repair shop or fleet department.
• Valid Driver's License at the time of application.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements within six (6) months of employment; must be kept current as a condition of employment.
• Colorado Refrigerant Registration and Colorado State Emission inspection license by the end of probation.
• Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning certification under section 609 of the Clean Air Act by an EPA-approved program by the end of probation.
• Underground Storage Tank Class A, B, or C Operator Certification by the end of probation.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
• Applicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language, including conversing with the public, understanding highway traffic signs and signals, responding to official inquiries, and making entries on reports and records.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (or Trade School Certification) in automotive maintenance or similar is a plus.
• ASE Airbrake Certification.
• Ability to be flexible in hours, work on weekends, or overtime if needed.

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service.
• 457B Retirement Plan.
• 140 hours of PTO earned within the first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, and 1 volunteer day per year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date.

Pay

Salary range: $26.84 - $40.27/hour. Target pay: $28.00 - $32.00/hour based on experience and education. There is a 7% pay increase for the 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM shift.

Schedule

This position will be based either at Roslyn (5440 Roslyn St., Denver, CO 80216) or Central Platte (1271 W. Bayaud Ave., Denver, CO 80223). The expected shift is from 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM. Both the shift timing and location will be determined and discussed during the hiring process.

Additional Information

• Safety steel-toed boots and uniforms are supplied.
• You will need to bring your own tools initially; after one year of employment, you'll be eligible for a $1,000 tool allowance.
• Recent graduates are welcome to apply.