JOB Under general supervision, performs maintenance, repair, diagnostics, and upfitting on Town mechanical and motorized equipment, including police and fire vehicles, construction and landscaping equipment, and other specialized machinery. Completes a wide range of complex, skilled, and semi-skilled automotive, heavy-equipment, and emergency-vehicle repair tasks.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Performs State of Texas vehicle inspections in compliance with state laws.
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Completes new vehicle and equipment make-ready/upfit tasks and performs decommissioning activities.
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Maintains a clean, organized, and safe shop environment, including housekeeping duties, tool cleaning, and inventory checks.
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Orders and receives parts and supplies necessary to support fleet repairs and maintenance.
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Provides customer service to internal departments and external vendors.
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Inspects, maintains, repairs, and replaces worn or defective vehicle and equipment components.
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Performs Preventative Maintenance (PM) according to Town PM procedures.
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Conducts repairs on engines, transmissions, drive axles, hydraulic systems, electrical and lighting systems, HVAC systems, and auxiliary systems.
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Completes documentation and data entry for all repairs in the Fleet Maintenance Information System (FMIS).
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Tests vehicles and equipment to verify proper performance before returning them to service.
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Adheres to assigned work schedules and complies with Town personnel policies.
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Participates in on-call rotation; responds to after-hours and emergency repair requests, including road calls.
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Informs supervisor of hazards, issues, and ongoing work activities.
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Reviews work for technical accuracy and compliance with standards.
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Monitors outsourced repair work for quality, proper billing, and adherence to Town requirements.
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Checks new vehicles for bid-spec compliance as needed.
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Assists other technicians with repairs; mentors and provides guidance to less-experienced technicians.
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Uses repair manuals, detailed wiring diagrams, and parts catalogs to diagnose and resolve issues.
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Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Desired Qualifications
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Industry-related work experience that exceeds the minimum requirements preferred.
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Additional auto/diesel vocational or technical training not already counted toward minimum qualifications preferred.
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Current ASE certifications beyond the required minimum preferred.
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Current Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification preferred.
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Current Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred.
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Current Texas State Vehicle Inspector License preferred.
Knowledge/ Skills / Abilities
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Knowledge of repair principles and techniques for cars, light/heavy trucks, construction and off-road equipment, and landscaping equipment.
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Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including engines, transmissions, drivetrains, suspension, air/hydraulic brakes, lighting systems, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and complex electronic control systems.
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Ability to diagnose, maintain, and repair equipment/vehicles using hand and power tools, including diagnostic scan tools, DVOM, welders, cutting torches, and other specialty tools.
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Knowledge of fluids, materials, and safety procedures related to vehicle/equipment maintenance and repair, including shop safety and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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Proficiency with computers and data entry; ability to maintain shop and repair records and use preventative maintenance checklists.
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Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; ability to prioritize, multitask, work under pressure, and follow written and oral instructions.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, contractors, and the public.
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Good hand/foot/eye coordination to safely operate equipment.
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Ability to work after normal business hours as needed and adapt skills to any machinery or equipment in the Town’s fleet.
