Fleet & Grounds Equipment Technician

Colorado State University; Fort Collins, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO, is seeking a skilled Fleet Mechanic to maintain and repair university vehicles and equipment. The role focuses on tractors, mowers, and carts under 8,000 lbs, with occasional heavier equipment support and snow removal duties during winter.

The position is frontline non-supervisory, but may involve task assignments and training of apprentices. Pre-employment checks and valid Colorado driver's license (CDL-B within 1 year) are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of related education, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience.
• Transcripts may be required if education is used to meet experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics and repair of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Preventative maintenance including inspections, lubrication, and tune-ups.
• Accurate time, material usage and services in fleet management systems.

Skills

Diagnostics

Preventive maintenance

Record keeping

Heavy equipment maintenance

Education

Two years of related education/apprenticeship

Tools

Fleet management systems

Welding equipment

Job description

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO, is seeking a skilled Fleet Mechanic to maintain and repair university vehicles and equipment. The role focuses on tractors, mowers, and carts under 8,000 lbs, with occasional heavier equipment support and snow removal duties during winter.

The position is frontline non-supervisory, but may involve task assignments and training of apprentices. Pre-employment checks and valid Colorado driver's license (CDL-B within 1 year) are required.