Fleet Heavy Technician: Diesel & Electrical Pro

City of Aurora; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Aurora is seeking a Fleet Heavy Technician to maintain, repair, and inspect a wide range of automotive and heavy equipment. The role covers diagnostics, electrical/hydraulic systems, and preventative maintenance for a diverse fleet in a municipal shop environment.

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a hiring range of 27.74 to 34.68 per hour. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; CDL and ASE credentials are expected within specified

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: At least two (2) years progressively responsible experience as a mechanic in a related area with responsibility for a large mixed fleet.
• Experience with heavy equipment; Mobile Lifting cranes preferred.
• Licenses: Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record; Class A CDL must be obtained within 12 months; ASE certifications required within one year for career progression opportunities; Diesel emissions license within 1 year of hire.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, emission, pumping, fuel and mechanical systems; maintenance and repair tools and equipment; standard safety regulations and procedures; standard computer systems and software applications.
• Skills: Skills in the use of tools and equipment used in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; diagnose and repair related problems; use computer-based diagnostic software.
• Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared, all City employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose and repair all automotive and equipment electrical and mechanical systems.
• Perform diagnosis using electronic scanners, computer and vehicle/equipment tools and/or software.
• Perform new unit prep and equipment installation.
• Repair or rebuild component systems in automotive and specialized equipment.
• Read complex electrical and hydraulic schematics using diagnostic flow charts.
• Respond to emergency service calls.
• Maintain vehicle history records, parts inventory records and daily labor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Hydraulic systems

Safety procedures

Education

CDL Class A (within 12 months)

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Electronic diagnostic software

Hydraulic tools

Engine crane

Job description

The City of Aurora is seeking a Fleet Heavy Technician to maintain, repair, and inspect a wide range of automotive and heavy equipment. The role covers diagnostics, electrical/hydraulic systems, and preventative maintenance for a diverse fleet in a municipal shop environment.

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a hiring range of 27.74 to 34.68 per hour. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; CDL and ASE credentials are expected within specified