Fleet Mechanic III

City of Broken Arrow; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Broken Arrow is seeking a Fleet Mechanic to ensure repairs and maintenance of emergency fire protection and public safety vehicles. The role requires a high school diploma, ASE certifications, and significant experience in heavy and emergency vehicle repairs. A strong emphasis is placed on safety and compliance with industry standards. This position involves physical tasks and a commitment to ongoing training and skill development.

Benefits

Career progression through ASE certifications

Additional pay for certifications

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of experience in gasoline, diesel, and hydraulic mechanics.
• Two years in heavy equipment and/or emergency vehicles.
• Must possess a valid Class B CDL upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on various City-owned vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic vehicle components.
• Maintain compliance with industry, City, State, and Federal standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE Master certification

Class B CDL

Job description

Location: 5120 GS Fleet Maintenance
Pay Grade: A12
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Under general supervision, performs repair and maintenance of emergency fire protection and public safety vehicles and equipment. Also performs preventative maintenance, routine repairs, and emergency repairs on all City-owned vehicles, including construction equipment, automobiles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, fire apparatus, ambulances, police pursuit units, and other fleet assets.

*This position is deemed safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug testing under the City’s policies*

• Performs routine preventative maintenance on the City’s fleet of standard and emergency vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnoses electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and computerized vehicle components through troubleshooting.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled repairs on the fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Ensures repairs conform to industry, City, State, and Federal standards.
• Responds to roadside or field repairs as needed.
• Uses fleet maintenance software to document services and repairs accurately.
• Conducts new vehicle and equipment check-in, make-ready, and decommissioning operations.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work environment through good housekeeping practices.
• Test drives and operates vehicles before and after repairs.
• Interacts professionally and respectfully with coworkers, other city employees, vendors, and the public.

• Makes emergency service calls as required.
• Attends training and safety meetings to stay updated on proper work practices.

• Learns to operate new technologies as they are developed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, supplemented by five to seven years of experience in gasoline, diesel, and hydraulic mechanics, including two years in heavy equipment and/or emergency vehicles; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Class B CDL upon hire and obtain a Class A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements within 18 months. Additionally, must hold and maintain ASE Master certification in Medium/Heavy Truck or Automobile and Light Truck, or EVT Master Technician, and obtain a Motor Vehicle A/C license within 6 months.

Fleet Certification and Progression

Obtaining ASE certifications demonstrates career ownership and can lead to additional pay ($25 per certification, up to five). Certifications include ASE Advanced Engine Performance Specialist (L1) and ASE Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2).

Tasks involve physical effort, including lifting and carrying objects up to 150 pounds, climbing, crawling, crouching, and other physical activities necessary for heavy work.