Fleet Technician

JOB SUMMARY

The Fleet Technician I performs a variety of tasks that vary in complexity and difficulty based on type of vehicle/equipment such as automotive, light/medium/heavy duty trucks, as well as small equipment like motorcycles, ATV/UTV, boats,
power generation and electrical golf carts, light/messaging equipment. Jobs, such as maintenance inspections and light repairs involve minor adjustments, testing, measuring and/or replacement of parts and components. Major repairs involve recondition and replace parts such as axles, bearing, gears, seals, valves, bushings and pumps, various tools and precision measuring instruments, replacement may require disassembly and/or reassembly of the engine, transmission, differential or hydraulic components.

Must be able to work during weather related emergencies and be available to stay at one location for an undetermined amount of time. Attendance and punctuality are an essential function of this position.

• Required completion of formal training in a postsecondary institution/training program or two years fleet experience.
• Required or obtain (within six months) three ASE certifications.
• Required or obtain (within six months) certification from MACS Mobile Air Conditioning Society in Freon installation, automotive air conditioning and emissions (including ASE 609, Refrigerant recycling and service procedures).
• Required Safety and Emissions Certification from State of Texas. Must be obtained within six months of employment or attainment of position as a condition of continued employment with Fleet Services.

• Proper tire repair procedures specifically related to pursuit vehicles.
• Basic knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
• Basic theories, practices, tools, parts, diagnostic equipment and materials necessary for the effective maintenance and repair of fleet units.
• Ensure safe and effective handling of toxic substances to ensure environmental compliance.
• Ensure safe operating techniques and the occupational hazards of motorized, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment operation, as well as electrically energized automotive tools, components and servicing equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of computer controls and growing number of electronic systems and sensors.
• Safe handling of chemicals associated with fleet repair, parts and various systems (fuel, brake, cooling systems, etc.) cleaning solvents and lubricants.
• Safety practices and regulations for operating mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions through the utilization of advanced electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment of varied types and manufacturers.
• Highly skilled in use of computerized tuning/diagnostics.
• Highly skilled in use of desktop/personal computer systems.
• Read and interpret manufacturer schematics and vendor diagrams, manuals and specifications to complete installation and repair of complex fleet equipment related parts and systems.
• Repair malfunctions of fleet equipment and systems, including engine and drive systems, fuel, electrical, cooling, suspension, chassis and safety appliances, refrigerant recovery and recycling requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency.
• Use and maintain automotive tools and equipment utilized in automotive equipment maintenance and diagnostics.
• Use strategies to diagnose the source and the extent of the problem.
• Attention to detail. Mechanical and electronic malfunctions often are due to misalignments or other errors. Technicians must therefore account for those problems when inspecting or repairing engines and/or components.
• Customer-service skills. Fleet technicians frequently talk to their customers about automotive/equipment problems and work that they have planned, started or completed. They must be courteous, good listeners and ready to answer customers' questions.
• Dexterity. Technicians need a steady hand and good hand‑and‑eye coordination for many tasks, such as disassembling engine parts, connecting or attaching components or using hand tools.
• Mechanical skills. Must be familiar with parts and components of engines, transmissions, braking mechanisms…