What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Mechanic position at Jefferson County, Colorado?
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
10/06/26
Division
Fleet Division
Management Level
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, performance, and lifecycle management of a diverse fleet of gas, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles. They coordinate and prioritize service and repair activities, with a strong focus on efficiency, preventive maintenance, safety, and operational readiness. They diagnose electrical, suspension, HVAC, drivetrain, and other automotive system issues accurately and perform engine and transmission repairs as required. They maintain detailed service records, compliance documentation, and asset tracking using fleet management software. They collaborate with technicians, vendors, and internal departments to support operational needs, maximize fleet availability, and ensure all vehicles remain reliable and cost-effective throughout their service life.
Schedule
This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday-Thursday; 6:00 am – 4:30 pm). This position is on site at the fleet shop in Golden.
Compensation
Hiring Range: $30.00 to $35.00 USD Hourly
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.
Benefits
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.
Essential Duties
The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for:
Maintaining And Repairing Vehicles, Which May Include
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Apply Now! Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply!
Please submit your online application by 11:59PM on the posted closing date.
A resume and cover letter are welcome and encourage but do not replace the information asked for in the application. Please complete all required sections of the application.
You may remove or hide age-related information from your application materials, such as your age, date of birth, or school attendance and graduation dates. You will not be penalized for removing this information.
We will review applications to make sure applicants meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job posting. If you are selected to move forward, the hiring team will contact you.
You can check your application status by logging into your candidate portal.
For more information about the hiring process, visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us
Education
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year
Certifications
Languages:
Category
Maintenance & Trades
10/06/26
Division
Fleet Division
Management Level
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, performance, and lifecycle management of a diverse fleet of gas, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles. They coordinate and prioritize service and repair activities, with a strong focus on efficiency, preventive maintenance, safety, and operational readiness. They diagnose electrical, suspension, HVAC, drivetrain, and other automotive system issues accurately and perform engine and transmission repairs as required. They maintain detailed service records, compliance documentation, and asset tracking using fleet management software. They collaborate with technicians, vendors, and internal departments to support operational needs, maximize fleet availability, and ensure all vehicles remain reliable and cost-effective throughout their service life.
Schedule
This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday-Thursday; 6:00 am – 4:30 pm). This position is on site at the fleet shop in Golden.
Compensation
Hiring Range: $30.00 to $35.00 USD Hourly
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.
Benefits
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.
Essential Duties
The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for:
Maintaining And Repairing Vehicles, Which May Include
- Perform major engine adjustments and rebuilds
- Rebuild or replace vehicle parts
- Perform mechanical repairs on drive train, brake, steering and other functional parts
- Replace vehicle operating systems
- Tune engines
- Perform welding or machine work
- Working with customers to ensuring repairs
- Inspecting mechanical equipment and parts
- Keeping inventory of parts
- Maintaining replacement parts and order new ones
- Monitor when preventive maintenance is necessary
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience: One year work related experience
- Certifications: CDL may be required within one year of employment.
- Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
- ASE auto mechanic certification.
- CDL.
- Tow Truck experience.
- Driver’s License: Positions that require driving on County business in either a county or personal vehicle require a valid Colorado’s driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
- Pre-Employment Screening: Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions. Passing a physical.
- Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
Apply Now! Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply!
Please submit your online application by 11:59PM on the posted closing date.
A resume and cover letter are welcome and encourage but do not replace the information asked for in the application. Please complete all required sections of the application.
You may remove or hide age-related information from your application materials, such as your age, date of birth, or school attendance and graduation dates. You will not be penalized for removing this information.
We will review applications to make sure applicants meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job posting. If you are selected to move forward, the hiring team will contact you.
You can check your application status by logging into your candidate portal.
For more information about the hiring process, visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us
Education
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year
Certifications
Languages:
Category
Maintenance & Trades
Salary : $30 - $35