What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Journeyman Technician position at City of Glendale AZ?
Description
The Role:The Fleet Journeyman Technician - heavy equipment assignment, performs journey-level fleet technician work in the maintenance, repair, major overhaul, fabrication, and/or collision repair of a wide variety of fleet equipment.
The ideal candidate will have five (5) years of experience as a skilled equipment mechanic at journey level, in a specialized equipment repair field, including heavy gasoline and diesel-powered equipment repair, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and industrial equipment, including experience with gas and electric welding equipment and five (5) current ASE Certifications in area of assignment, or the ability to complete the certification within six (6) months of hire.
ASE Certification Incentive Pay Program $250 - $2500 annually (based on type and number of certifications)
$200 Boot allowance - annually
$500 tool allowance after 1st 90 days - annually
Up to $1000 tool allowance - annually
Uniforms provided
Work scheduled 2nd shift Mon. - Fri. 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Salary
This position is:
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
Below are some City of Glendale benefits resources for your review:
City of Glendale Regular status positions offer:
Five (5) years of experience as a skilled equipment mechanic at journey level, in a specialized equipment repair field, including heavy gasoline and diesel-powered equipment repair, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and industrial equipment, including experience with gas and electric welding equipment and five (5) current ASE Certifications in area of assignment, or the ability to complete the certification within six (6) months of hire.
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge Of
To view the success factor definitions please click here.(If needed, click here to download PDF reader).
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Work involves occasional lifting of parts and equipment up to 100 pounds, extensive walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, and working in cramped and contorted positions. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles. Exposure to seasonal weather conditions, exhaust fumes, chemical fumes, high noise levels, residential and commercial waste, acid, oil, grease, and hazardous materials and equipment. Hazards may be reduced through the exercise of safety precautions.
Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.gov/Your-Government/Connect/Departments/Human-Resources-Risk-Management/Benefits
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This position requires five (5) years of experience as a skilled equipment mechanic at journey level, in a specialized equipment repair field, including heavy gasoline and diesel-powered equipment repair, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and industrial equipment, including experience with gas and electric welding equipment and five (5) current ASE Certifications in area of assignment, or the ability to complete the certification within six (6) months of hire. Do you meet this requirement?
How many years of heavy equipment operating experience do you have?
Please provide a detailed list of software you are familiar with for diagnosing heavy equipment electronic systems.
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Do you have heavy equipment truck tire experience? If so, how many years of experience?
How many years of experience do you have performing maintenance and repairs on fire trucks? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
How many years of experience do you have performing maintenance and repairs on refuse trucks? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
Are you willing to work the night shift and on call shifts?
Do you have experience using computerized work order systems? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
Do you have fleet experience? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
Please list the welding certifications you currently possess. (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application.) Type N/A if you do not possess any.
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CDL: Please choose the option that best describes the current status of your Arizona Commercial Drivers License (CDL). (As a reminder, your selections MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
Do you have a current ADEQ inspectors license?
Do you have a current EPA section 609 A/C certification? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application.)
Please indicate your experience using Microsoft Office Products to include Word, Excel and Power Point.
The Role:The Fleet Journeyman Technician - heavy equipment assignment, performs journey-level fleet technician work in the maintenance, repair, major overhaul, fabrication, and/or collision repair of a wide variety of fleet equipment.
The ideal candidate will have five (5) years of experience as a skilled equipment mechanic at journey level, in a specialized equipment repair field, including heavy gasoline and diesel-powered equipment repair, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and industrial equipment, including experience with gas and electric welding equipment and five (5) current ASE Certifications in area of assignment, or the ability to complete the certification within six (6) months of hire.
ASE Certification Incentive Pay Program $250 - $2500 annually (based on type and number of certifications)
$200 Boot allowance - annually
$500 tool allowance after 1st 90 days - annually
Up to $1000 tool allowance - annually
Uniforms provided
Work scheduled 2nd shift Mon. - Fri. 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Salary
This position is:
- FLSA non-exempt, and will earn overtime for any hours worked over 40 in a week.
- This position is a Grade 318 with an hourly salary between $30.3404 - $45.5106.
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
Below are some City of Glendale benefits resources for your review:
- 2025 - 2026 Benefits Guide
- City of Glendale Benefits Presentation
- City of Glendale’s Benefits Page
City of Glendale Regular status positions offer:
- 10.5 paid holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays
- Vacation leave accrues at:
- 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25* days per year)
- Increases to 6.12 hours per pay period after 5 years
- Then caps out at 7.6 hours per pay period after 10 years of service
- Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days* per year)
- Days per year estimates are based on an 8-hour work day
- Contribution is mandatory, and deducted every pay period
- The current contribution rate is 12.00%
- Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on various gasoline and diesel-powered heavy-duty equipment such as solid waste trucks, tractors, heavy-duty trucks, small transit, bucket trucks, and fire apparatus.
- Repairs and maintains all vehicle systems, including engine, transmission, driveline, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical, HVAC, and hydraulic systems.
- Performs major and minor repairs and maintenance on a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel equipment, solid waste trucks, construction equipment, bucket trucks, small transit, backhoe/loaders, street sweepers, and fire apparatus.
- Performs major and minor repairs and maintenance to fire apparatus pumps, nozzles, gauges, valves, generators, and systems to ensure they will perform under emergency conditions and prepares firetrucks for annual certified inspection.
- May mentor Fleet Technicians with general repairs of fire apparatus (ladders, tenders, pumpers, etc.), solid waste vehicles, construction equipment, bucket trucks, small transit, and other fleet equipment.
- Troubleshoots a variety of computerized systems using scan tools and web-based systems to diagnose and execute repairs.
- Performs repairs according to service manuals, schematics, and hydraulic flow charts.
- Estimates the cost and time of repairs and determines the most cost-effective methods.
- Fabricates and welds minor and major projects.
- Test drives all applications to ensure all repairs and maintenance have been completed.
- Consults with staff to determine the parts and supplies needed to conduct repairs.
- Makes emergency service calls for all disabled vehicles and equipment.
- Orders supplies and materials and logs them into inventory or their work order.
- Uses and disposes of hazardous materials according to established guidelines.
- Performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition.
- Keeps work area and shop clean.
- Operates city vehicles.
- Required to be on occasional standby on a rotation schedule.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Five (5) years of experience as a skilled equipment mechanic at journey level, in a specialized equipment repair field, including heavy gasoline and diesel-powered equipment repair, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and industrial equipment, including experience with gas and electric welding equipment and five (5) current ASE Certifications in area of assignment, or the ability to complete the certification within six (6) months of hire.
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge Of
- Principles and practices of the mechanical trades, including the use and care of tools and equipment
- Occupational hazards and safety procedures associated with mechanical maintenance work, industrial electricity, hydraulics, and heavy equipment
- Welding and welding techniques
- Proper use and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with established guidelines
- Take direction, receive training, and develop technical skills
- Determine and correct causes of vehicle and equipment malfunctions and defects
- Mentor other fleet technicians
- Interpret technical manuals and related diagrams and instructions
- Read and comprehend Materials Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in the work environment
- Estimate the time and cost of repairs
- Diagnose defects in all vehicles and equipment, including computerized troubleshooting for minor and major repairs
- Determine mechanical repair needs
- Prepare and maintain all related records and reports
- Work cooperatively with others
- Communicate unsafe conditions or accidents and injuries promptly to the supervisor
- Observe or monitor objects to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards
- Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
- Valid Arizona Driver's license.
- Some assignments will also require a Class "A" or Class "B" Commercial Driver's license required at the time of application or upon hire, and passenger, tanker, and hazardous waste endorsements are required within 60 days of employment.
- Must provide adequate personal tools to perform journey-level work.
- Will be required to workday or evening shift as assigned.
- Will be required to work standby occasionally for holidays and callback shifts as needed.
- Air conditioning repair certification within 60 days of hire.
- Ability to obtain emissions testing certification.
- This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required. The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing.
To view the success factor definitions please click here.(If needed, click here to download PDF reader).
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Work involves occasional lifting of parts and equipment up to 100 pounds, extensive walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, and working in cramped and contorted positions. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles. Exposure to seasonal weather conditions, exhaust fumes, chemical fumes, high noise levels, residential and commercial waste, acid, oil, grease, and hazardous materials and equipment. Hazards may be reduced through the exercise of safety precautions.
Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.gov/Your-Government/Connect/Departments/Human-Resources-Risk-Management/Benefits
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This position requires five (5) years of experience as a skilled equipment mechanic at journey level, in a specialized equipment repair field, including heavy gasoline and diesel-powered equipment repair, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and industrial equipment, including experience with gas and electric welding equipment and five (5) current ASE Certifications in area of assignment, or the ability to complete the certification within six (6) months of hire. Do you meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
How many years of heavy equipment operating experience do you have?
- 10 or more years
- 7 to 10 years
- 5 to 7 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 1 to 3 years
- Less than one year
- No experience
Please provide a detailed list of software you are familiar with for diagnosing heavy equipment electronic systems.
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Do you have heavy equipment truck tire experience? If so, how many years of experience?
- Yes, I have 5 or more years of experience
- Yes, I have 3 to 5 years of experience
- Yes, I have less than 3 years of experience
- No, I have no experience
How many years of experience do you have performing maintenance and repairs on fire trucks? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
- 10 or more years
- 7 to 10 years
- 5 to 7 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 1 to 3 years
- Less than one year
- No experience
How many years of experience do you have performing maintenance and repairs on refuse trucks? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
- 10 or more years
- 7 to 10 years
- 5 to 7 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 1 to 3 years
- Less than one year
- No experience
Are you willing to work the night shift and on call shifts?
- Yes, I can work both night shift and am available for on call shifts
- Yes, I can work night shift
- Yes, I can be available for on call
- No, I am not available for either shift
Do you have experience using computerized work order systems? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
- Yes
- No
Do you have fleet experience? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
- Yes
- No
Please list the welding certifications you currently possess. (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application.) Type N/A if you do not possess any.
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CDL: Please choose the option that best describes the current status of your Arizona Commercial Drivers License (CDL). (As a reminder, your selections MUST be reflected in the Work Experience section of the application.)
- I possess a current Arizona Class A CDL
- I possess a current Arizona Class B CDL
- I possess a current CDL from another state
- Has Hazmat with tanker endorsement
- I do not possess an CDL
Do you have a current ADEQ inspectors license?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a current EPA section 609 A/C certification? (As a reminder, your answer MUST be reflected in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application.)
- Yes
- No
Please indicate your experience using Microsoft Office Products to include Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
Salary : $250 - $2,500
