Fleet Mechanic

City-of-Clearwater; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Clearwater seeks a Fleet Mechanic to perform skilled mechanical work at the journeyman level on city vehicles and equipment. The role involves repair, maintenance, diagnostics, and field service across a range of vehicles including trucks, fire apparatus, and generators.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED with vocational training and two years of automotive experience; a valid Class B CDL permit within 6 months and Class B CDL within 1 year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and six months of vocational training, plus two years of automotive service experience.
• Valid State driver's license required.
• Must be able to read and follow written instructions and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and reconditioning of city vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect equipment and ensure proper function; test repairs.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify issues and troubleshoot.
• Overhaul transmissions, engines, and related components.
• Perform welding and fabrication as needed.
• Make service calls and field repairs.
• Prepare records and document work requests.

Skills

Diagnosing & troubleshooting

Reading instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Entry Salary: $ 48,673.30

Under direct supervision, the Fleet Mechanic provides skilled mechanical work at the journeyman level in the repair and reconditioning of city vehicles and equipment including other types of specialized apparatus.

Essential Functions

: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintains, repairs, services, and reconditions various vehicles and equipment; performs this work on automobiles, Class 1-8 trucks, fire apparatus and equipment, stationary generators, portable generators, garbage trucks, off-road equipment, mowers, and similar apparatus.
• Inspects various equipment and vehicles to ensure proper function and operation; tests repairs to ensure quality control.
• Utilizes diagnostic equipment and software; identifies and troubleshoots problems and concerns with vehicles and equipment.
• Overhauls transmissions, engines, clutches, universals, axle assemblies, etc. as recommended for repair by supervisors.
• Performs welding and fabrication.
• Makes service calls and field repairs.
• Services, repairs, and tests, fire pumps, priming devices, transfer cases, power assists, hydraulic systems, and other specialized fire equipment.
• Prepares records and writes narrative on work accomplished; ensures the appropriate documentation and delivery of work requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State driver’s license is required.

Type: Obtain and maintain a Class B CDL permit within six (6) months of hire date & obtain and maintain a Class B CDL within one (1) year of hire date.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate and six (6) months of vocational training AND two (2) years of experience in the servicing, maintenance, and repair of varied automotive equipment.

Knowledge of–

• Methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment for repair, adjustment, overhaul, and maintenance of vehicles and equipment
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the welding trade
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records
• General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in–

• Understanding and following oral and written instructions
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting in automotive and related electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment
• Reading and following instructions and procedures in equipment service and repair
• Performing mechanical service and repair work in adverse conditions
• Adhering to City rules, regulations, and policies