Fleet Service Technician I, II (AA-221-26E) Various

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts is seeking skilled Fleet Service Technicians I or II to perform routine maintenance on fleet assets at the Puente Hills site and other facilities. Responsibilities include refueling, servicing, fluid changes, tire work, and basic repairs, with opportunities to assist mechanics in diagnostics.

The role requires a valid California Class C driver license. For Technician I, one year of related experience or a year of two-year trade school in diesel or heavy

Qualifications

• A valid California Class C driver license.
• For Fleet Service Technician I: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience servicing and maintaining a variety of vehicles or heavy equipment; OR completion of one (1) year of a two-year trade school in diesel mechanic technology, heavy equipment technology, or a closely related program may be considered in lieu of the required experience.
• For Fleet Service Technician II: One (1) year working as a Fleet Service Technician I for the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County.

Responsibilities

• Refuel, service, and maintain fleet assets
• Change fluids, lubricants, and filters
• Adjust tracks, belts, brakes, and chains
• Remove and install ground engaging tools
• Remove and install tires
• Provide roadside service to fleet vehicles
• Perform basic repair tasks on fleet assets
• Install decals
• Assist mechanics in technical diagnostic and repair work
• Maintain an inventory of servicing supplies and equipment parts
• Create work orders and update work order records in a computerized maintenance management system
• Schedule and coordinate major services
• Drive off-site to perform various tasks including picking up parts

Job description

NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY

FOR DISTRICTS' EMPLOYEES ONLY

POSTING #AA-221-26E

FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN I, II

LOCATION: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, FLEET MANAGEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION SECTION, VARIOUS

NOTES

• The current vacancy is at Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility
• The list of eligible candidates resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that may occur at Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility, Calabasas Landfill or Scholl Canyon Landfill (Glendale)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform a variety of routine maintenance tasks related to vehicles, heavy equipment, and support equipment (Fleet Assets).

JOB SUMMARY

The major job responsibilities are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description.

• Refuel, service, and maintain fleet assets
• Change fluids, lubricants, and filters
• Adjust tracks, belts, brakes, and chains
• Remove and install ground engaging tools
• Remove and install tires
• Provide roadside service to fleet vehicles
• Perform basic repair tasks on fleet assets
• Install decals
• Assist mechanics in technical diagnostic and repair work
• Maintain an inventory of servicing supplies and equipment parts
• Create work orders and update work order records in a computerized maintenance management system
• Schedule and coordinate major services
• Drive off-site to perform various tasks including picking up parts

Applicants must possess all of the following

• A valid California Class C driver license; AND

For FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN I

• One (1) year of progressively responsible experience servicing and maintaining a variety of vehicles or heavy equipment; OR completion of one (1) year of a two-year trade school in diesel mechanic technology, heavy equipment technology, or a closely related program may be considered in lieu of the required experience.

For FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN II

• One (1) year working as an Fleet Service Technician I for the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County.

For BOTH LEVELS

the competitive selection process may cover:

Knowledge of

• Service and maintenance requirements of a variety of construction and utility equipment
• Hazards and safe work practices related to the work environment
• Functions and operating requirements of equipment
• Service and maintenance requirements of a variety of vehicular and heavy equipment tires and wheels

Ability to

• Understand and implement written servicing instructions
• Operate a variety of construction and utility equipment
• Service heavy equipment
• Track oil and fuel use

SELECTION PROCESS

• All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
• The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 30% and an interview weighted at 70%.
• Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
• The written test is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026.
• The interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of October 19, 2026.

NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a reference check, background check, DMV report, pre-employment physical and drug test.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Antonio Archuleta at [e-mail].

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.