Fleet Technician

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tvfr/jobs/5466064/fleet-technician?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Overview

It's not just about a job, it's about having a career where you can answer the call and make a difference! This Fleet Technician position is a NEW addition to our growing fleet maintenance team. Fleet Technicians perform preventive maintenance procedures and complete advanced-level repairs to District automobiles, light-duty vehicles, apparatus, and equipment.

If that person is you, please take a moment to check out our recruitment flyer on our website and review the job posting below. More questions? Please reach out to jobs@tvfr.com to be connected with our recruitment team.

Consideration of candidates will occur immediately upon application receipt, with evaluation steps moving very quickly for qualified candidates. The open period may close without notice as soon as a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

Performs preventative maintenance procedures on light-duty staff vehicles, heavy-duty fire apparatus, and various auxiliary apparatus and equipment.

DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR

Performs advanced level diagnostics and corrective maintenance procedures on light-duty staff vehicles, heavy-duty fire apparatus, and various auxiliary apparatus and equipment. Systems include but are not limited to electrical, drive train, hydraulics, suspension, tires, brakes, engine emissions, fire suppression, and vehicle accessories. Obtains information and communicates with vendors to understand technical specifications and procedures, and ordering technically-specific parts. Communicates directly with internal customers to understand concerns and inform diagnosis as well as updating status of repairs and maintenance.

OPERATES APPARATUS

Performs road tests, and operates staff vehicles, heavy-duty fire apparatus, and various auxiliary apparatus for preventative maintenance, diagnostic procedures, annual testing, and repair confirmation.

DESIGN, FABRICATION, INSTALLATION

Communicates with internal customers to understand functional needs. Designs, fabricates, and installs a variety of items as necessary for special projects, vehicle set-ups, and modifications

DOCUMENTATION

Digitally records labor, parts, and comments to reflect all maintenance and repairs performed.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

• Transports vehicles and equipment throughout the Portland Metro area as needed to District maintenance facilities, outside vendor establishments, and customer locations. May pick up and deliver parts from local vendors as directed.
• Assists with maintenance and cleaning tasks at the Logistics Service Center.
• Participates in Divisional project development as assigned.
• May perform maintenance, repair, and annual certification on various types of District equipment as assigned.

Further details on the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of this position can be found in the job description on our website

Qualifications

This section describes the required and preferred education and experience qualifications, followed by competencies associated with performing the job functions. The education and experience minimum requirements below are those typically required for performing the job functions (unless specifically noted to be preferred). Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). An associate degree in automotive and/or diesel technology is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years experience as a general technician with demonstrated experience in all onboard systems. Five (5) years of experience is preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURES

• Current, valid Oregon Class B commercial driver's license (Class A preferred) with air brake and tank endorsements and maintain a driving record insurable by the District's insurer. Incumbents will have eighteen (18) months to obtain this qualification.
• EVT Level III certification is preferred.
• A basic welding certificate in mild steel or aluminum is preferred.

POSITION-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Manual dexterity and close attention to detail.
• Ability to complete small fabrication projects using mild steel and aluminum materials. Some welding may be required for these projects.
• A thorough knowledge of preventative maintenance standards as outlined by NFPA publication 1911 is preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of most of the following systems on heavy or light-duty apparatus:

*Heavy-duty diesel and automotive-based gasoli