Fleet Mechanic Apprentice, I, II

City of Panama City Beach; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Panama City Beach seeks experienced Fleet Mechanics to diagnose, repair, and maintain a municipal fleet. Positions span from Apprentice to II, with advancement based on performance and certifications. Duties include work orders, parts coding, and safety compliance.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, Florida CDL or ability to obtain, and ASE or EPA credentials where applicable. Join a team focused on safe, reliable city vehicles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Technical school or apprenticeship completed preferred.
• ASE and EPA 608 certifications preferred.
• CDL Class B within one year (Class A preferred).
• Experience as municipal fleet mechanic or apprentice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete paperwork related to work orders and purchase requests.
• Itemize and code parts; requisition materials and supplies.
• Deliver vehicles and equipment to the dealer for repairs.
• Maintain the shop and perform housekeeping duties; safety-focused.
• Perform inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot engine, electrical and hydraulic faults with diagnostic tools.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Oral and written communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical school / Apprenticeship preferred

ASE Certification or equivalent preferred

EPA 608 Certification or equivalent preferred

Class B CDL within one year

Job description

This position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and equipment. All positions in this class are expected to exhibit outstanding customer skills and interact in a positive manner with the various departments within the City and the public. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and normally filled internally by advancement from Apprentice level or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience. An incumbent in this position may be designated as follows:

Fleet Mechanic Apprentice

Under general supervision, this is the entry-level class in the Fleet Mechanic series. Incumbents generally have limited related work experience. Incumbents receive some instruction or assistance in the performance of the duties assigned to this class.

Fleet Mechanic I

Under limited supervision, this is the intermediate-level class in the Fleet Mechanic series. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this class with limited supervision and direction.

Fleet Mechanic II

Under direction, this is the senior-level class in Fleet Mechanic series. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this class and are expected to work with independence and initiative; work may be reviewed during performance and upon completion.

All Fleet Mechanics

• Completes required paperwork related to work orders and purchase requests.
• Itemizes and codes parts.
• Requisitions parts, materials, and supplies.
• Delivers vehicles and equipment to the dealer for repairs.
• Maintains the shop and performs housekeeping duties.
• Conducts themselves in a safe and professional manner.
• May work a varying schedule and/or shift.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Fleet Mechanic Apprentice

In addition to the previous duties:

• Assists with inspections, repairs and maintenance tasks on municipal fleet vehicles and equipment
• Perform basic services included but not limited to:
  1. Oil changes
  2. Tire rotations and changes
  3. Brake checks
  4. Battery checks and replacement
  5. Filter checks and replacement
  6. Light fixture and bulb replacement
  7. Checking and replacing belts as necessary
  8. Minor electrical diagnosis and repair
  9. Maintaining all fluids as necessary
• Complete basic repairs with guidance
• Works closely with other members of the Fleet team to coordinate scheduled maintenance and repairs
• Ensures all vehicles meet safety standards and regulations

Fleet Mechanic I

In addition to the previous duties:

• Assists with training Fleet Mechanic Apprentice
• Performs emergency roadside repairs on vehicles as required; troubleshoots vehicle/equipment failures at job sites or arrange for the vehicle to be transported to the workshop or mechanic shop
• Perform a variety of engine diagnostic procedures.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance functions, including checking the condition of and operation of batteries, tires, lights, transmissions, exhaust systems, brakes, etc., checks and changes fluids and filters.
• Performs engine, exhaust, electrical, brake, hydraulic, HVAC, transmission, and other repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools and software to identify mechanical and electrical faults.
• Assists with the inspection, repair and maintenance of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment

Fleet Mechanic II

In addition to the previous duties:

• Mentor, train and guide Fleet Mechanic Apprentice and Fleet Mechanic I.
• Lead complex diagnostic, repair and maintenance tasks on municipal vehicles and equipment, including heavy-duty equipment.
• Provide recommendations for and oversee municipal vehicle and equipment maintenance and replacement cycles.
• Create detailed reports and cost assessments for municipal vehicle and equipment repairs and replacement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

All Fleet Mechanics

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Florida Driver’s License with Acceptable Driving Record.

Fleet Mechanic Apprentice

• Completed Technical School, Vocational School or Apprenticeship preferred

Additional Minimum Qualifications of Fleet Mechanic I

• Two (2) Years Experience as a Fleet Mechanic Apprentice

OR

• Two (2) Years Experience as a municipal or fleet mechanic which included a variety of vehicles and equipment
• ASE Certification(s) or equivalent preferred.
• Possession or ability to obtain within one (1) year:
  1. Class B CDL (Class A Preferred)

Additional Minimum Qualifications of Fleet Mechanic II

• Five (5) Years Experience as a Fleet Mechanic

OR

• Five (5) Years Experience as a municipal or fleet mechanic which included a variety of vehicles and equipment
• Three (3) Years Experience with heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
• EPA 608 Certification or equivalent certifications.
• Advanced ASE Certification(s) or equivalent preferred.
• Possession of a Class B CDL (Class A Significantly Preferred).

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

All Fleet Mechanics

• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of work safety principles.
• Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations.
• Ability to safely operate avariety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Knowledge of fundamental mechanical skills and understanding of tools and equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems
• Ability to work independently

Fleet Mechanic I

In addition to previous requirements:

• Ability to mentor and train
• Skill in the diagnosis and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance schedules.

Fleet Mechanic II

In addition to previous requirements:

• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities, often using sophisticated computerized diagnostic tools
• Ability to create detailed reports and perform cost assessments for repairs.
• Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance schedules for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Public Works Field Operations Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions and reviews completed work for compliance with safety, procedure, accuracy, timeliness and quality.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include manufacturer maintenance and repair manuals, work safety guidelines, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair duties. The variety of equipment to be maintained contributes to the complexity of the work.

• The purpose of this position is to repair and maintain city vehicles and equipment. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of safe and well-maintained vehicles for a variety of department and city operations.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, vendors, suppliers, and other city employees.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to talk, hear, see, walk, sit, and stand. The work is typically performed standing while intermittently bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and stooping. The employee frequently pushes, pulls, lifts light, medium, and heavy objects, reaches, grasps, climbs ladders, balances, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, performs repetitive motion, has good depth perception, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

• The work is typically performed indoors, occasionally outdoors, in tight spaces, in extreme heat, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to sun, noise, vibration, fumes, dust, dirt, grease, chemicals, traffic, machinery with moving parts and other hazards. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.