Job Title: AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN II - FLEET
Hiring Range: $23.56-$28.50/hour DOE
- This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Department: FLEET
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Assistant Superintendent, Fleet
Travel Required: None
Benefits Eligible: Yes
PERSI Eligible: Yes
Positions Supervised: None
Work Schedule: 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday 7:00am to 5:30pm.
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE!
The City of Nampa offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities, including the following for full-time positions in City Government Departments:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- PERSI Retirement Plan
- 401k & 457 Retirement Plans
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (at least 4 weeks per year)
- Life Insurance with AD&D
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-Funded HRA VEBA Health Savings
- Wellness Program & Rewards
- Opportunity for student Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Harward Recreation Center Discount
- Other Great Benefits!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs advanced technical automotive electrical and electronic diagnosis, modifications and repairs. Performs maintenance and repair of City vehicles, including heavy truck and equipment, emergency, recreation, street, and sanitation vehicles; performs directly related work as required. The principal function of an employee in this class is a journeyman technician with the ability to assemble/construct police patrol vehicles. Diagnose, rebuild, modify, or maintain police patrol cars and emergency vehicles, autos, trucks, construction equipment, etc. The work is performed under supervision of the Fleet Services Superintendent and/or the Assistant Fleet Services Superintendent, but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned supervisors, other city employees, and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in an automotive repair facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Uses scanners and various other tools to perform advanced trouble shooting and diagnostic work on city vehicles and equipment, to include diagnosis and repair of engines, transmissions, cooling, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Designs, fabricates, and install emergency vehicle lighting systems. Installs communication radios, Wi-Fi units, and antennas, as well as other specialized equipment required by police and fire equipment.
- Tests and repairs fire pumps, valves and controls as necessary.
- Performs regular scheduled maintenance and repair of City vehicles, emergency equipment, construction equipment, and specialized equipment as required.
- Utilizes related tools such as welder, torch, grinders, and drills for fabrication and design.
- Operates tire mounting and balancing machines.
- Inspects, adjusts, and repairs air and hydraulic brake systems, to include the operation of brake lathe, micrometers, and run out gauges.
- Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, electrical schematics and specifications.
- Cleans and maintains shop equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation and use.
- Test drives vehicles when appropriate.
- Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same and similar class of positions.
- Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions, and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principals, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.
- 5 plus years of experience in automotive / heavy truck maintenance, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Valid State of Idaho driver’s license.
- Obtain State of Idaho Class B Commercial Driver's License within two years of entering this classification.
- Obtain Air Conditioning Repair Certification within two years of accepting the position.
- Obtain a minimum of 4 (four) ASE or EVT certifications within two years of accepting the position (with the goal of working towards Master Technician Certification).
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Advanced knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, trucks, and construction equipment.
- Advanced knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power, and other related shop and hand tools.
- Advanced knowledge of the maintenance and operation of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of automobiles, trucks, and other related construction equipment.
- Advanced knowledge of safety regulations and work methods related to the maintenance and repair of vehicles, heavy equipment, and shop and hand tools.
- Advanced knowledge of automotive electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
- Ability to provide technical knowledge and guidance to fleet services staff as needed.
- Ability to effectively diagnose and repair a wide variety of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles and equipment.
- Ability to efficiently operate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools used in the maintenance and repair of City vehicles and construction equipment.
- Ability to effectively communicate to, and request from, Fleet staff the necessary materials and equipment to complete work assignments.
- Ability to effectively read and correctly interpret manuals, specifications, and drawings.
- Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions, use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
- Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks; and the ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
- Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is performed in a fast-paced automotive repair facility.
- May require working outside in various weather conditions.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and lift for extended periods.
EEO STATEMENT:
The City of Nampa is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
DISCLAIMER:
The City has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the City may deem appropriate.
