City of Boynton Beach
Fleet Service Technician (Automotive)
City of Boynton Beach, Boynton Beach, Florida, United States, 33435
Overview
The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled/mechanical repair and maintenance on City vehicles and equipment to ensure that repaired vehicles run properly and safely; to conduct preventative maintenance on City equipment as scheduled; and to perform related work as required.
Responsibilities
Performs routine diagnosis, general maintenance and general mechanical repair work on City vehicles, mechanical equipment, and other machinery.
Performs dismantling, overhauling, repairing and reassembling engines, rebuilding/replacing transmissions or rebuilding drive trains, carburetors, differentials, pumps and gear boxes.
Inspects, tests and repairs engine components and systems, such as ignition systems, computerized engine controls, electronic fuel injection systems, steering systems, electrical systems, suspension systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, drive train systems, engine cooling systems, fuel systems, charging systems, starting systems, exhaust systems, emission systems, inflatable restraint systems, heating/air conditioning systems, power windows, lighting systems, or horns.
Performs routine and preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including pumping fuel, checking/replacing fluid levels, changing oil and filters, lubricating parts, rotating tires, replacing tires/belts/hoses, checking batteries, greasing equipment, flushing radiators, and performing tune-ups/alignments.
Performs welding work on vehicles/equipment, including fabricating parts or adapting existing parts when appropriate.
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with repairing, maintaining and testing equipment and vehicles (e.g., diagnostic tools, lifts, scanners, tire changers, hydraulic jacks, air compressors, welding equipment, gauges and meters).
Tests vehicles, machinery, equipment, and parts for proper operation.
Performs cleaning/maintenance tasks to keep tools/equipment in operable condition; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Initiates orders for parts or supplies; reviews incoming orders for accuracy and completeness to ensure availability of needed parts, tools, and supplies.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors the work environment to ensure safety; reports accidents and incidents.
Maintains logs, service records, warranty records and other documentation.
Prepares and completes forms, reports, work orders, preventive maintenance checklists, invoices, safety bulletins, technical manuals, electrical diagrams, reference materials or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a computer to retrieve, review, enter, or modify data; uses databases, diagnostic or other software programs.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
Communicates with supervisor, co-workers, other departments, customers, the public and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems.
Additional Functions
Conducts various errands as needed, such as picking up or delivering vehicles, parts, or supplies.
Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.
Maintains awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Three (2) years of experience as an automotive technician. Two (2) years of formal completion of an Automotive Program in a Technical/Vocational School. Must possess and maintain three (3) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (within 6 months of hire). Must possess and maintain one (1) EVT-L1 Certification (within 12 months of hire). Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver’s license; for at least one (1) year prior to date of hire.
Preferred Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications: Associate’s degree or higher. Must possess and maintain three (3) ASE Certifications.
Communication Competencies Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information, prepares accurate written records and reports, and follows oral and written instructions with minimal supervisory direction.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of automotive vehicles and maintenance equipment. Knowledge of shop tools and automotive mechanics. Ability to perform general mechanical repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance work; welding; use of scan tools and computerized diagnostic software; and maintaining accurate records. Ability to operate required machinery and to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
Career Path Advancement The following requirements must be met to transfer to Fleet Service Technician (Truck):
If transferring from Fleet Service Technician (Automotive), must have six (6) months internal fleet service in the heavy shop.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B (CDL) or obtain one within 6 months.
Must obtain and maintain six (6) job related ASE Certifications.
The following requirements must be met to advance to Fleet Service Technician Senior (Automotive):
Must have a total of five (5) years of experience as an automotive mechanic, with at least one (1) year of municipal fleet experience.
Must possess and maintain five (5) automotive-related ASE Certifications.
Must possess and maintain one (1) EVT-L1 Certification.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver’s license.
Must meet 100% of the KSAs for the Fleet Technician Trainee (Automotive) and Fleet Service Technician (Automotive) KSAs, and 100% of the Fleet Mechanic Senior (Automotive) KSAs.
Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.
Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Human Resources/Risk Management Director and the City Manager.
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Responsibilities
Performs routine diagnosis, general maintenance and general mechanical repair work on City vehicles, mechanical equipment, and other machinery.
Performs dismantling, overhauling, repairing and reassembling engines, rebuilding/replacing transmissions or rebuilding drive trains, carburetors, differentials, pumps and gear boxes.
Inspects, tests and repairs engine components and systems, such as ignition systems, computerized engine controls, electronic fuel injection systems, steering systems, electrical systems, suspension systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, drive train systems, engine cooling systems, fuel systems, charging systems, starting systems, exhaust systems, emission systems, inflatable restraint systems, heating/air conditioning systems, power windows, lighting systems, or horns.
Performs routine and preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including pumping fuel, checking/replacing fluid levels, changing oil and filters, lubricating parts, rotating tires, replacing tires/belts/hoses, checking batteries, greasing equipment, flushing radiators, and performing tune-ups/alignments.
Performs welding work on vehicles/equipment, including fabricating parts or adapting existing parts when appropriate.
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with repairing, maintaining and testing equipment and vehicles (e.g., diagnostic tools, lifts, scanners, tire changers, hydraulic jacks, air compressors, welding equipment, gauges and meters).
Tests vehicles, machinery, equipment, and parts for proper operation.
Performs cleaning/maintenance tasks to keep tools/equipment in operable condition; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Initiates orders for parts or supplies; reviews incoming orders for accuracy and completeness to ensure availability of needed parts, tools, and supplies.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors the work environment to ensure safety; reports accidents and incidents.
Maintains logs, service records, warranty records and other documentation.
Prepares and completes forms, reports, work orders, preventive maintenance checklists, invoices, safety bulletins, technical manuals, electrical diagrams, reference materials or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a computer to retrieve, review, enter, or modify data; uses databases, diagnostic or other software programs.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
Communicates with supervisor, co-workers, other departments, customers, the public and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information or resolve problems.
Additional Functions
Conducts various errands as needed, such as picking up or delivering vehicles, parts, or supplies.
Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.
Maintains awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Three (2) years of experience as an automotive technician. Two (2) years of formal completion of an Automotive Program in a Technical/Vocational School. Must possess and maintain three (3) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (within 6 months of hire). Must possess and maintain one (1) EVT-L1 Certification (within 12 months of hire). Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver’s license; for at least one (1) year prior to date of hire.
Preferred Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications: Associate’s degree or higher. Must possess and maintain three (3) ASE Certifications.
Communication Competencies Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information, prepares accurate written records and reports, and follows oral and written instructions with minimal supervisory direction.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of automotive vehicles and maintenance equipment. Knowledge of shop tools and automotive mechanics. Ability to perform general mechanical repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance work; welding; use of scan tools and computerized diagnostic software; and maintaining accurate records. Ability to operate required machinery and to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
Career Path Advancement The following requirements must be met to transfer to Fleet Service Technician (Truck):
If transferring from Fleet Service Technician (Automotive), must have six (6) months internal fleet service in the heavy shop.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B (CDL) or obtain one within 6 months.
Must obtain and maintain six (6) job related ASE Certifications.
The following requirements must be met to advance to Fleet Service Technician Senior (Automotive):
Must have a total of five (5) years of experience as an automotive mechanic, with at least one (1) year of municipal fleet experience.
Must possess and maintain five (5) automotive-related ASE Certifications.
Must possess and maintain one (1) EVT-L1 Certification.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver’s license.
Must meet 100% of the KSAs for the Fleet Technician Trainee (Automotive) and Fleet Service Technician (Automotive) KSAs, and 100% of the Fleet Mechanic Senior (Automotive) KSAs.
Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.
Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Human Resources/Risk Management Director and the City Manager.
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