Fleet Vehicle Technician II

Essential Functions

• Evaluates, detects, and diagnoses major and/or minor mechanical problems on emergency vehicles and/or equipment; implements required repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance on emergency vehicles and/or equipment.
• Prepares and submits work orders.
• Measures, designs, and fabricates structures for use in/on emergency vehicles and/or equipment; may build/rebuild transmissions and engines; and may deliver fuel.
• Change tires and repairs flats, balances wheels, performs tune ups, changes filters and wipers.
• Provides roadside repairs for disabled vehicles.
• Picks up and cleans parts, cleans and rebuilds components and subassemblies.
• Maintains inventory of parts and equipment for fleet maintenance.
• Contact vendors or suppliers for required parts.
• Maintains records of vehicle use, repairs and history.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Clean and wash motorized equipment.
• Conduct inspections of automotive and mechanical equipment to assess repair needs and estimate repair costs; occasionally perform metal work, including cutting and welding.
• Fabricate and modify parts and equipment as authorized.
• Interpret and work from sketches and blueprints to execute tasks effectively.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one (1) year of college.
• Over five years up to and including four years of emergency vehicle repairs or related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• May require MACS 609 certification to use freon.
• ASE Certifications:
• A1 – Engine Repair
• A2 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• A3 – Manual Drive Train & Axles
• A4 – Suspension & Steering
• A5 – Brakes
• A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
• A7 – Heating & Air Conditioning
• A8 – Engine Performance
• A9 – Light Vehicle Diesel Engines

Supplemental Information

• All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment.
• Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation.
• Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.