Transit Fleet Technician

The City of Steamboat Springs is hiring a full time Transit Fleet Technician to join their team!

Pay Range: $33.81 - $45.64

GENERAL PURPOSE  

Performs semi-skilled, skilled, and administrative work in maintaining the vehicles and mechanical equipment of the division.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Transit Maintenance Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Responsible communication with operators regarding proper operation of vehicles/equipment and shop tools and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as an ambassador of the City of Steamboat Springs and upholds City values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Well-being, Respect and Compassion, while espousing safety at all times.

Carries out preventive maintenance schedules for all vehicles and mechanical equipment, either personally, or through outside vendors.

Operates a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air-driven tools.

Tests, services and repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment.

Inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary units and related parts in the performance of repair and maintenance work.

Repairs brake, engine, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, ignition, air, exhaust, axle assemblies, hybrid drive units and related systems on gas, hybrid and diesel vehicles.

Cuts and welds metal and performs limited body repair, touch-up, painting and related work.

Changes and repairs tires and tubes.

Evaluates status of mechanical equipment and vehicles, and performs or schedules needed repairs.

Provide Fleet Maintenance Supervisor with explanation of failure and needed repair and/or service.

Conducts various analyses and inspections of vehicles and mechanical systems to determine the cost-effective means of maintenance, repair or replacement and develops shop procedures and budget data for the maintenance and repair of vehicles and mechanical systems.

Purchases equipment, parts, and supplies used for vehicle and mechanical system maintenance under the direction of the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.

Provides emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate.

Assists in the preparation of bid specifications for vehicles and mechanical equipment.

Assists in the preparation and administration of mechanical budgets in conformance with adopted policies and procedures.

Maintains records, prepares reports and other specialized maintenance records of equipment and mechanical equipment.

Transit shop operations are open 7 days per week, may be required to work weekends as part of normal scheduling.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

May serve as a member of various employee committees.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school diploma or GED equivalent plus some

     specialized training in mechanics, maintenance management, or a   

     closely related field; and

       (B) Three (3) years of related experience, or

       (C) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(A)  Considerable knowledge of gas, hybrid and diesel engines, transmissions, electronics, hydraulics, air systems, hydraulic pumps and valves, wheelchair lifts, air-conditioning, generators, and welding; price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment; Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities; Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials and tools used in modern equipment maintenance.

(B) Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.

(C) Ability to follow effective preventive maintenance programs, policies and procedures; Ability to maintain effective accounting procedures; Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion (sometimes without direct supervision); Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid State Driver's with CDL endorsement, or ability to obtain one.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Motorized vehicles for mechanical testing purposes, personal protection devices; power and hand tools and equipment for vehicle and mechanical system work; mechanic's tools including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and other tools required for minor repairs and routine maintenance of motorized vehicles; electronic vehicle diagnostic equipment; personal computer, calculator, phone; mobile or portable radio.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift weights in excess of 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts.  Most work is performed inside the shop area, but the employee may be required to work outside in extreme weather conditions, temperature ranges and/or at night. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy.                       

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job 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 job change.

EOE.

If you like serving in a role that will directly and positively impact our great community, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Pay Range:

$33.81 - $45.65Offers will be negotiated based on each candidate's qualifications.

Merit:

This role is eligible for merit within our pay-for-performance philosophy via our annual performance review process.  Hires after September 1st will take the next year's compensation data into account but would not be eligible for merit until the following year.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as other program offerings such as our Employee Assistance Program and more. You may also contribute to our 401(a) plan that includes a company match.  Seasonal roles are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, but have benefits such as Paid Sick Leave, Ski and Skate Pass, Employee Assistance Program, etc.