What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Technician II position at City of Colorado Springs?
About the Job: In this position, you will be working in the Colorado Springs Support Services department on fire apparatus, heavy equipment, light duty trucks, and a variety of passenger vehicles to support the Fire Department operations. The Fire Department's fleet includes powertrains by Cummins, Ford, and others to a lesser extent. You will be required to perform inspections, run diagnostics, order parts, and perform repairs.
*We encourage interested applicants to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. The position may close without prior notice once filled. If you have previously applied, you do not need to re-apply. Your application is still under consideration.*
This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year.
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As a Fleet Technician II, you will:
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and vehicles
- Inspect, diagnose, and isolate defective, missing, or malfunctioning components of mechanical, hydraulic, fueling, electrical, and pneumatic systems
- Identify, record, and source parts
- Coordinate service writing and parts acquisition with supervisor
- Use software to initiate, record and track fleet work
- Other duties as assigned.
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Knowledge of:
- Diesel and gas engine technologies
- Standards including but not limited to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), manufacturer specifications, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) testing, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines
- Proper usage of hand, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, and other specialty equipment
- Operational characteristics of a variety of automotive transmissions and gasoline/ diesel powered engines including but not limited to chassis, drive train, and body components including latches, fasteners, glass, and environment control systems
- Perform light fabrication or repair to existing parts or sub-components
- Perform detailed diagnostic testing with a variety of methods to include the use of modern scan tools
- Perform mobile maintenance and repair functions as needed
- Safely work with heavy equipment components that can be heavy to lift or hot to touch
- Communicate clearly and concisely, to customers, staff, supervisors, and vendors. Communication methods include interpersonal, telephone, by computer-based programs, and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- High school diploma or GED
- Three (3) years of full-time professional experience in fleet vehicle or equipment repair and maintenance
- Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid non-probationary Colorado Driver's License not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
- Possess or obtain within 12 months of hire (3) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT), or equivalent certification tests
- Possess or obtain within 24 months of hire Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) in Medium/Heavy Trucks, or equivalent master certification
We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
- Ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, a valid non-probationary Class A or B CDL not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges.
- Experience with the National Fire Protection Association, Fire Department Safety Officer Association, and Insurance Underwriting Organization standards related to fire apparatus
- Experience with National Board of Fire Underwriters aerial ladder testing standards, certification methods, and requirements
- Experience or training with fire service-related vehicle, tools, and equipment service/maintenance including requisite certifications
- Experience safely operating small power tools
To be considered for this position if you currently hold a CDL, you must register your CDL (COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE) WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov.
Please contact City Recruiting at City.Recruiting@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.
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Physical Demands: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Aids: Basic mechanic hand tools, welders, vehicle lifts, portable jacks, drill presses, metal sheers, metal break, drills and grinders, Snap-On modis for vehicles diagnostics, ProLink for diagnostics, and Cummings Insight for diagnostics.
Salary : $29 - $34