Fleet Mechanic

Sidney Police Department; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidney Police Department seeks a skilled Fleet Mechanic to operate, maintain, and repair the City's fleet of sedans, light and heavy trucks, and miscellaneous equipment. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance and timely diagnostics to ensure reliable police operations.

Applicants should have a two-year technical degree in diesel/heavy equipment repair, several years of hands-on experience with different vehicle types, and ASE Master Mechanic certification or plan to obtain within one year

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary education and a two-year technical program in heavy truck/equipment diesel repair.
• Three years’ experience as a skilled technician; at least two years in heavy equipment repair and two in passenger vehicle repair.
• Any combination of education/experience that demonstrates required knowledge and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair the City fleet including sedans, light trucks, heavy trucks and miscellaneous equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose repairs to minimize downtime.
• Identify repair needs, document work and ensure safe, compliant operations.

Skills

Heavy truck repair

Diesel engine repair

Passenger vehicle repair

ASE Master Mechanic

Class B license

Education

Two-year technical school in heavy truck/equipment diesel repair

Job description

Under the general direction of the Fleet Maintenance Manager, the Fleet Mechanic is tasked with the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s fleet; including sedans, light trucks, heavy trucks and miscellaneous equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

An example of acceptable qualifications:

Completion of secondary education (high school or GED); graduate of a two-year technical school for heavy truck/equipment diesel repair. three (3) years’ experience as a skilled technician, minimum of two (2) years’ experience in heavy equipment repair, minimum of two (2) years’ experience in standard passenger vehicle repair or any combination of training, education, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid State of Ohio driver’s license (Class B or higher) and remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy; must have A.S.E. certification as a Master Mechanic or to be obtain within one (1) year of hire.