City of Hollywood, Florida
Fleet Mechanic II – City of Hollywood, Florida
Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief Mechanic or designee, this role involves the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel‑powered vehicles and equipment. Responsibilities include journey‑level repair of a variety of light and medium motorized vehicles and attendant equipment, overhaul and troubleshooting of engines, air conditioning, electrical systems, suspensions, and portable electrical generation equipment. Employees exercise a significant degree of independent judgment in determining method of repair following receipt of oral or written work orders. Supervision may be exercised over semi‑skilled workers.
Responsibilities
Performs repairs, tune‑ups, diagnostics tests, and major overhauls on light and medium equipment, including diesel, hybrids, and compressed natural gas (CNG).
Responds to road service calls; services and repairs disabled vehicles for all mechanical malfunctions.
Inputs and retrieves work orders from a computerized Fleet Maintenance Program.
Directs preventative maintenance and simple repair activities of semi‑skilled automotive workers.
Inspects, adjusts, and replaces valves, pistons, bearings, brakes, cooling, fuel, ignition, electrical and exhaust systems; diagnoses systems using electronic scanner equipment.
Overhauls and services hydraulic and vacuum controls and components.
Operates service vehicles and tow trucks; performs on‑road service on disabled vehicles.
Diagnoses and repairs specialized police vehicle emergency equipment.
Diagnoses and repairs suspension problems; sets steering to factory specifications.
Road‑tests equipment following repair.
Must be able and willing to perform all duties of subordinate positions.
Represents the City positively with colleagues and clients, respecting diversity and inclusion.
Maintains professional relationships with supervisors and managers.
Performs related work as required for this position description only.
Requirements Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or vocational school plus four (4) years experience as an automotive mechanic at the journey level.
Must possess a valid State of Florida CDL Class B License within six (6) months of hire.
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
Certificates, Licenses & Registrations
Valid State of Florida CDL Class B License within six (6) months of hire.
Valid Driver’s License with proof of automobile insurance.
Background Check: acceptable background record.
Driving Abstract: acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of standard practices and equipment of the automotive repair trade.
Knowledge of hybrid, CNG, and electrical vehicle systems.
Knowledge of the operation of gasoline and diesel engines and of mechanical repair of a wide range of light and heavy equipment.
Skill in troubleshooting and adjusting defects in automotive equipment.
Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, air, and electronic systems.
Ability to diagnose and repair diesel engines and their systems.
Ability to instruct and direct personnel engaged in routine maintenance and repair.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and automotive diagrams.
Ability to use computer related vehicle and truck diagnostic programs.
Ability to adapt available tools and parts to specific repair and adjustment work.
Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public.
Physical Demands Walk, sit, write, hear, speak and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Performance includes manual handling, manipulation of objects, and requires close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment Moderate to heavy physical activity in a primarily outdoor setting under all types of weather conditions. Exposure to insects, animals and other hazards. Working with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm.
Examination and Eligibility Closed competitive positions are open only to employees while open competitive positions are open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications. Examination may comprise written, performance, education and experience evaluation, oral and other job‑related tests. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list for one year (open) or two years (closed). Applicants must not refer to employment office for address changes unless required.
Veteran Preference Veterans and qualified spouses receive preference. Submit DD214 and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statutes.
Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression. The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.
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Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief Mechanic or designee, this role involves the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel‑powered vehicles and equipment. Responsibilities include journey‑level repair of a variety of light and medium motorized vehicles and attendant equipment, overhaul and troubleshooting of engines, air conditioning, electrical systems, suspensions, and portable electrical generation equipment. Employees exercise a significant degree of independent judgment in determining method of repair following receipt of oral or written work orders. Supervision may be exercised over semi‑skilled workers.
Responsibilities
Performs repairs, tune‑ups, diagnostics tests, and major overhauls on light and medium equipment, including diesel, hybrids, and compressed natural gas (CNG).
Responds to road service calls; services and repairs disabled vehicles for all mechanical malfunctions.
Inputs and retrieves work orders from a computerized Fleet Maintenance Program.
Directs preventative maintenance and simple repair activities of semi‑skilled automotive workers.
Inspects, adjusts, and replaces valves, pistons, bearings, brakes, cooling, fuel, ignition, electrical and exhaust systems; diagnoses systems using electronic scanner equipment.
Overhauls and services hydraulic and vacuum controls and components.
Operates service vehicles and tow trucks; performs on‑road service on disabled vehicles.
Diagnoses and repairs specialized police vehicle emergency equipment.
Diagnoses and repairs suspension problems; sets steering to factory specifications.
Road‑tests equipment following repair.
Must be able and willing to perform all duties of subordinate positions.
Represents the City positively with colleagues and clients, respecting diversity and inclusion.
Maintains professional relationships with supervisors and managers.
Performs related work as required for this position description only.
Requirements Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or vocational school plus four (4) years experience as an automotive mechanic at the journey level.
Must possess a valid State of Florida CDL Class B License within six (6) months of hire.
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
Certificates, Licenses & Registrations
Valid State of Florida CDL Class B License within six (6) months of hire.
Valid Driver’s License with proof of automobile insurance.
Background Check: acceptable background record.
Driving Abstract: acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of standard practices and equipment of the automotive repair trade.
Knowledge of hybrid, CNG, and electrical vehicle systems.
Knowledge of the operation of gasoline and diesel engines and of mechanical repair of a wide range of light and heavy equipment.
Skill in troubleshooting and adjusting defects in automotive equipment.
Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, air, and electronic systems.
Ability to diagnose and repair diesel engines and their systems.
Ability to instruct and direct personnel engaged in routine maintenance and repair.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and automotive diagrams.
Ability to use computer related vehicle and truck diagnostic programs.
Ability to adapt available tools and parts to specific repair and adjustment work.
Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public.
Physical Demands Walk, sit, write, hear, speak and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Performance includes manual handling, manipulation of objects, and requires close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment Moderate to heavy physical activity in a primarily outdoor setting under all types of weather conditions. Exposure to insects, animals and other hazards. Working with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm.
Examination and Eligibility Closed competitive positions are open only to employees while open competitive positions are open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications. Examination may comprise written, performance, education and experience evaluation, oral and other job‑related tests. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list for one year (open) or two years (closed). Applicants must not refer to employment office for address changes unless required.
Veteran Preference Veterans and qualified spouses receive preference. Submit DD214 and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statutes.
Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression. The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.
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