City of Manteca
LEAD VEHICLE & EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
City of Manteca, Manteca, California, United States, 95336
Overview
Basic Function:
Under the direction of the Fleet Maintenance Manager, leads a small crew in performing skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of heavy and light duty City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, CNG and diesel-powered vehicles; trains and provides work direction to assigned staff. Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is the advanced journey level class in the Vehicle Equipment Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level or responsibility assumed, and complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of technical duties assigned to classes within this series including performing technically complex maintenance and repair duties related to area of assignment and/or providing technical supervision over work assigned to staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. Essential Duties
Lead crews in performing skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of City vehicles and equipment. Evaluate maintenance, servicing and repair needs. Inspect and diagnose mechanical malfunctions. Estimate time, material and supply needs to complete assigned jobs; monitor inventory levels of parts and supplies; order, receive and maintain inventory of parts and supplies. Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel; assign daily duties to mechanical personnel. Assure maintenance and repair activities are performed in a timely manner. Implement safety practices; perform required safety inspections and preventive maintenance to assure compliance with established safety guidelines and regulations. Maintain accurate service and repair history records on City vehicles and equipment. Assist in prioritizing work orders and complete required inspection forms. Overhaul, repair and adjust automatic and standard transmissions, differentials, universal joints, gears, valves and transfer cases; overhaul, rebuild and tune engines and carburetors as needed. Service vehicles and equipment with fuel, oil, grease, water and hydraulic fluids. Replace water pumps and hoses; assure proper fluid levels; lubricate gearboxes; drain and refill crankcases. Replace fuses; assure proper air levels of tires and fill as needed. Adjust and realign brakes; maintain and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; install axles; overhaul steering gears and drive shafts. Diagnose and repair engine electrical and ignition systems, such as batteries, starters, distributors, alternators, coils and related systems; check, clean, adjust and replace breaker points and spark plugs. Perform electrical repairs on emergency vehicle equipment such as changing light bulbs, repairing sound systems and installing and repairing light fixtures as directed; install, maintain and repair specialized equipment on police vehicles such as computers, two-way radios and video equipment. Operate a variety of specialized electronic and computerized diagnosis equipment and machinery, welding equipment and hand and power tools. Work from blueprints, sketches, manuals and work orders; respond to emergency needs as requested; remain on-call as directed. Communicate with City personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns. Maintain shop area, equipment and materials in a safe, clean and orderly fashion. Prepare and maintain a variety of reports and records, including timecards, worksheets, work orders and various maintenance requests. Perform inspections related to hazardous material accumulation, the fueling system, and storage tanks; document findings and performs related maintenance and repairs. Provide input to the Fleet Maintenance Manager regarding selection decisions, performance management, and other personnel issues. Knowledge of
Techniques and practices used in the maintenance and repair of heavy and light duty vehicles and equipment. CNG fueling systems inspection, repair, and service. Operation, theory and principles of gasoline and diesel-powered engines. Principles of training and providing work direction. Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles. Diagnostic procedures for vehicles and equipment including police cars, fire engines, street sweepers and refuse trucks. Preventative maintenance practices. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. Technical aspects of field of specialty. Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety regulations. Record-keeping techniques. Proper lifting techniques. Ability to
Lead a crew in performing skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of the multiple types of City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, CNG and diesel-powered vehicles. Train and provide work direction to assigned staff. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and computerized malfunctions. Operate specialized equipment used in the repair or servicing of vehicles. Interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations. Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing and soldering. Work from plans, blueprints, sketches, specifications and diagrams. Estimate material requirements and order parts and supplies according to established guidelines. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines. Observe health and safety regulations. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Work independently with little direction. Plan and organize work. Meet schedules and timelines. Maintain records related to work performed. Ability to report to work every scheduled workday. Working Conditions
Environment:
Vehicle and equipment repair shop environment; subject to noise from equipment operation; driving a vehicle to conduct work; emergency call out. Physical Demands:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to perform repair and maintenance tasks; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to perform repairs; standing for extended periods of time; climbing ladders. Hazards:
Exposure to chemical fumes and vapors such as gasoline and diesel fuel; working around and with machinery having moving parts; working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber; working at heights. Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to high school graduation or GED and three (3) years increasingly responsible fleet maintenance experience at a level equivalent to the City’s class of Vehicle & Equipment Technician II. Licenses and Certifications
Valid California Class B Driver License. Recruitments may be extended by the department if a sufficient number of applications have not been received. The City of Manteca reserves the right to select a limited number of qualified candidates for its recruitments. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Basic Function:
Under the direction of the Fleet Maintenance Manager, leads a small crew in performing skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of heavy and light duty City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, CNG and diesel-powered vehicles; trains and provides work direction to assigned staff. Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is the advanced journey level class in the Vehicle Equipment Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level or responsibility assumed, and complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of technical duties assigned to classes within this series including performing technically complex maintenance and repair duties related to area of assignment and/or providing technical supervision over work assigned to staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. Essential Duties
Lead crews in performing skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of City vehicles and equipment. Evaluate maintenance, servicing and repair needs. Inspect and diagnose mechanical malfunctions. Estimate time, material and supply needs to complete assigned jobs; monitor inventory levels of parts and supplies; order, receive and maintain inventory of parts and supplies. Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel; assign daily duties to mechanical personnel. Assure maintenance and repair activities are performed in a timely manner. Implement safety practices; perform required safety inspections and preventive maintenance to assure compliance with established safety guidelines and regulations. Maintain accurate service and repair history records on City vehicles and equipment. Assist in prioritizing work orders and complete required inspection forms. Overhaul, repair and adjust automatic and standard transmissions, differentials, universal joints, gears, valves and transfer cases; overhaul, rebuild and tune engines and carburetors as needed. Service vehicles and equipment with fuel, oil, grease, water and hydraulic fluids. Replace water pumps and hoses; assure proper fluid levels; lubricate gearboxes; drain and refill crankcases. Replace fuses; assure proper air levels of tires and fill as needed. Adjust and realign brakes; maintain and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; install axles; overhaul steering gears and drive shafts. Diagnose and repair engine electrical and ignition systems, such as batteries, starters, distributors, alternators, coils and related systems; check, clean, adjust and replace breaker points and spark plugs. Perform electrical repairs on emergency vehicle equipment such as changing light bulbs, repairing sound systems and installing and repairing light fixtures as directed; install, maintain and repair specialized equipment on police vehicles such as computers, two-way radios and video equipment. Operate a variety of specialized electronic and computerized diagnosis equipment and machinery, welding equipment and hand and power tools. Work from blueprints, sketches, manuals and work orders; respond to emergency needs as requested; remain on-call as directed. Communicate with City personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns. Maintain shop area, equipment and materials in a safe, clean and orderly fashion. Prepare and maintain a variety of reports and records, including timecards, worksheets, work orders and various maintenance requests. Perform inspections related to hazardous material accumulation, the fueling system, and storage tanks; document findings and performs related maintenance and repairs. Provide input to the Fleet Maintenance Manager regarding selection decisions, performance management, and other personnel issues. Knowledge of
Techniques and practices used in the maintenance and repair of heavy and light duty vehicles and equipment. CNG fueling systems inspection, repair, and service. Operation, theory and principles of gasoline and diesel-powered engines. Principles of training and providing work direction. Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles. Diagnostic procedures for vehicles and equipment including police cars, fire engines, street sweepers and refuse trucks. Preventative maintenance practices. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. Technical aspects of field of specialty. Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety regulations. Record-keeping techniques. Proper lifting techniques. Ability to
Lead a crew in performing skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of the multiple types of City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, CNG and diesel-powered vehicles. Train and provide work direction to assigned staff. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and computerized malfunctions. Operate specialized equipment used in the repair or servicing of vehicles. Interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations. Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing and soldering. Work from plans, blueprints, sketches, specifications and diagrams. Estimate material requirements and order parts and supplies according to established guidelines. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines. Observe health and safety regulations. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Work independently with little direction. Plan and organize work. Meet schedules and timelines. Maintain records related to work performed. Ability to report to work every scheduled workday. Working Conditions
Environment:
Vehicle and equipment repair shop environment; subject to noise from equipment operation; driving a vehicle to conduct work; emergency call out. Physical Demands:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to perform repair and maintenance tasks; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to perform repairs; standing for extended periods of time; climbing ladders. Hazards:
Exposure to chemical fumes and vapors such as gasoline and diesel fuel; working around and with machinery having moving parts; working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber; working at heights. Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to high school graduation or GED and three (3) years increasingly responsible fleet maintenance experience at a level equivalent to the City’s class of Vehicle & Equipment Technician II. Licenses and Certifications
Valid California Class B Driver License. Recruitments may be extended by the department if a sufficient number of applications have not been received. The City of Manteca reserves the right to select a limited number of qualified candidates for its recruitments. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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