Fleet Maintenance Tech - Night

City of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 37,236 - 47,003; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forty-hour work week

Paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays)

Health insurance and pension benefits

Job summary

The City of Omaha is seeking a skilled automotive and heavy equipment mechanic to perform maintenance, service, and repairs on a range of vehicle types including light to heavy trucks, diesel engines, and fire apparatus. Work is conducted under supervision of a foreman and includes diagnostic testing and field service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience, plus the ability to obtain forklift, hoisting, and EPA 609 licenses by probation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years automotive/heavy equipment experience
• Experience with gasoline, diesel, and electrically powered equipment
• Must obtain forklift permit by end of probation
• Must obtain Second Grade Hoisting and Engineer's Certificate by end of probation
• Must possess EPA 609 A/C license by end of probation
• Must provide own tools and purchase additional as needed

Responsibilities

• Overhauls and repairs gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions and drivetrains, heating and cooling systems, clutches, air brakes, differentials, exhaust systems, ignition systems, fuel systems and related equipment.
• Operates automotive and test equipment and performs required testing and inspections.
• Maintains safety and cleanliness of the work area and related tools.
• Performs field maintenance and roadside repairs as required.
• Maintains maintenance records and works orders in maintenance systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical diagnosis

Hydraulic systems

Diagnosing issues

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years automotive/heavy equipment experience

Job description

Work Type

Full Time

Nature of Work

This is skilled maintenance, service, and repairs on light, medium, heavy truck, construction, fire apparatus, gasoline, diesel motorized vehicles, forestry, small engine and golf turf maintenance equipment, as well as other equipment. Work may include assisting with complex or advanced repairs. Work is performed under the direction and general supervision of a foreman.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or its equivalent AND two (2) years of experience as an automotive and/or heavy equipment mechanic, including experience with gasoline, diesel, and electrically powered equipment OR an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

Special Qualifications

• Must possess a forklift operator's permit by the end of the probationary period.
• Must possess a Second Grade Hoisting and Engineer's Certificate by the end of the probationary period.
• Must possess a motor vehicle A/C license valid under section 609 of the Clean Air Act by an EPA approved program by the end of probationary period.
• Must be in possession of tools specified by the City which will be inspected and approved by a shop supervisor.
• Must be willing to purchase additional hand tools as needed.

Pay Range

$27.03 with step increases to $34.12 Hourly

Benefits

Forty-hour work week. Paid leave per year: twelve days vacation; eighteen days sick; and fourteen holidays. Employee's group health insurance, including major medical, vision, and dental, for individual or family. Defined benefit pension plan, plus Social Security, and more. See hr.cityofomaha.org for detailed information.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the operating principles of gasoline, diesel, and battery powered engines and of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and hydraulic repair methods applicable to engines and related equipment.
• Knowledge of, and ability to operate, a computers and other technology using standard or customized computer or systems software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks.
• Knowledge of the operation and servicing requirements of light, heavy truck, forestry, golf turf, construction, and fire apparatus equipment.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and requirements of mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of the operating principles and mechanics of internal combustion engines, hybrid and electric vehicles.
• Knowledge of medium and heavy trucks, construction, fire apparatus and automotive equipment; pneumatic/hydraulic systems, impeller and vacuum pumps.
• Skill in the care and proper use of journeyman-level tools and related mechanical equipment used in the automotive/diesel mechanical trade.
• Skill in locating and repairing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical defects in the automotive, medium/heavy truck, forestry, golf turf, construction, fire apparatus and mechanical equipment.
• Skill in effective time management.
• Ability to learn and adapt to advances in computer and electronics device technology and software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, and members of the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend maintenance and repair manuals.
• Ability to adhere to safety policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to complete work orders and other forms.
• Ability to climb ladders or platforms at high altitudes and perform heavy manual labor in confined spaces.
• Ability to operate automotive diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to maintain time and material records.
• Ability to accurately diagnose issues based upon experience, analysis and testing.
• Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.

Essential Functions

• Overhauls and repairs gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions and drivetrains, heating and cooling systems, clutches, air brakes systems, differentials, exhaust systems, ignition systems, fuel systems and a variety of small engine driven equipment.
• Operates a variety of automotive and test equipment and performs required testing and inspections in accordance with regulations and standards.
• Repairs and maintains hydraulic systems, routes and replaces hydraulic lines; checks system leaks.
• Repairs or replaces worn hoses, belts, gauges, valves, and other accessories.
• Inspects and diagnoses tire problems including repairing, mounting and balancing tires following industry standards for safety and quality.
• Performs minor welding and body repairs, including installing or replacing decals, and routine welding in conjunction with regular heavy equipment mechanical work.
• Fabricates parts when replacement parts are unavailable.
• Performs road calls and emergency start to vehicles, providing maintenance and minor repairs in the field.
• Drives and operates the tow‑truck in recovering disabled vehicles or equipment in the field.
• Determines and performs scheduled and preventive maintenance and repairs of gasoline and diesel automotive, heavy truck, forestry and golf turf equipment, construction and fire apparatus vehicles for a variety of functional areas including tires, brakes, climate control, belts, hoses, suspension, steering and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Reviews and determines required repair and maintenance needs creating works orders outlining information for repair work and maintains works orders in maintenance management systems.
• Updates and maintains maintenance systems, prepares logs, reports, work and supply orders using computerized management systems as required, and maintains inventory systems for related parts and equipment.
• Monitors, troubleshoots, diagnoses and provides required repairs, including for minor electrical and engines.
• Researches and locates specialized parts, tools and equipment and provides estimates of resources required including time and parts costs.
• Assists with field maintenance and repairs as required.
• Operates a variety of automotive, medium and heavy truck, fire apparatus and test equipment and performs required testing and inspections in accordance with regulations and standards.
• Assists other technicians in performing complex diagnostics or advanced repairs.
• Maintains organization, safety and cleanliness of the work area and related equipment and tools.
• Maintains regular job attendance in accordance with a schedule established for the position by the supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent residence, or authorization to work. The City of Omaha reserves the right to conduct pre‑employment inquiries or evaluations on candidates for employment as it determines are appropriate for the particular position. Pre‑employment inquiries may include, without limitation: verification of employment history and educational attainment; review of driving, credit, and criminal convictions; hearing, drug, functional capacity, psychological, vision, and medical tests; and/or any other relevant background information deemed appropriate to determine the suitability of the applicant for the position. Failure to provide the information requested in the application and hiring process in a truthful, timely, accurate, and complete manner may result in disqualification, revocation of a conditional offer of employment, or termination.

Reasonable Accommodation

The City of Omaha does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need a disability‑related accommodation during the job application or selection process, advise the Human Resources Department at least 48 hours prior to the need by emailing [e-mail].

Contact

City of Omaha Human Resources Department
1819 Farnam St, Suite 506
Omaha, NE 68183
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: hr.cityofomaha.org
Email: [e-mail]