What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Maintenance Technician III position at DeKalb County Government?
Job Description
Salary Range $42,785 - $68,884
FLEET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III
Job Code: 12120 Salary Grade: 13 FLSA: Nonexempt
Purpose Of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and parts fabrication on County-owned vehicles.
This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments; operates and maintains vehicle maintenance equipment; maintains a mechanics tool set; and maintains vehicle-specific tool kits.
Performs vehicle inspections; inspects and tests all vehicle systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system, HVAC and emissions; completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains required parts; performs emission tests per frequency and criteria specified by state law; inspects and tests completed work; and updates required records.
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance; changes oil, air filters, fuel filters, and windshield wipers as required; inspects tires for wear or damage; and arranges replacement as needed.
Repairs vehicles; gathers information from vehicle operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems; identifies items needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures vehicle operation and performance is within specified limits.
Verifies outside vendor repair work; reviews description of repair work done; verifies repairs were performed correctly and that the repair resolved the problem; and ensures that the vehicle is safe to operate.
Prepares and commissions new equipment and accessories; completes records for new equipment; adds stencil numbers; and installs accessories such as fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc.
Decommissions vehicles; removes County decals, equipment, accessories, and other property; and ensures vehicle is ready for disposition.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in automotive repair or a related field; two years of experience in automotive maintenance and repair; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Some positions may be required to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) appropriate for the level of equipment operated within six (6) months of starting employment in this classification.
Salary Range $42,785 - $68,884
FLEET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III
Job Code: 12120 Salary Grade: 13 FLSA: Nonexempt
Purpose Of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and parts fabrication on County-owned vehicles.
This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments; operates and maintains vehicle maintenance equipment; maintains a mechanics tool set; and maintains vehicle-specific tool kits.
Performs vehicle inspections; inspects and tests all vehicle systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system, HVAC and emissions; completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains required parts; performs emission tests per frequency and criteria specified by state law; inspects and tests completed work; and updates required records.
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance; changes oil, air filters, fuel filters, and windshield wipers as required; inspects tires for wear or damage; and arranges replacement as needed.
Repairs vehicles; gathers information from vehicle operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems; identifies items needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures vehicle operation and performance is within specified limits.
Verifies outside vendor repair work; reviews description of repair work done; verifies repairs were performed correctly and that the repair resolved the problem; and ensures that the vehicle is safe to operate.
Prepares and commissions new equipment and accessories; completes records for new equipment; adds stencil numbers; and installs accessories such as fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc.
Decommissions vehicles; removes County decals, equipment, accessories, and other property; and ensures vehicle is ready for disposition.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in automotive repair or a related field; two years of experience in automotive maintenance and repair; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Some positions may be required to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) appropriate for the level of equipment operated within six (6) months of starting employment in this classification.
Salary : $42,785 - $68,884