Fleet Services Lube Technician

City of Killeen, Texas; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Killeen is seeking an Automotive Technician to perform maintenance and repair work on various vehicles and equipment. This full-time position involves utilizing extensive mechanical knowledge, ensuring safety standards, and operating diagnostic tools. The role offers competitive pay alongside a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for career advancement within municipal services.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits

Health Savings Account

Retirement Account options

Disability benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in automobile maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to operate diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of safety practices in vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance on vehicles.
• Perform minor repairs and inspections.
• Use diagnostic instruments to troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Automotive mechanics

Vehicle diagnostics

Safety precautions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

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GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs maintenance and repair work on vehicles and mechanical equipment serviced by the Fleet Services Division.

Salary

$15.28 Hourly

Location

Fleet Services Building - Killeen, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Department

Finance

Division

Fleet Services

Opening Date

06/13/2025

Closing Date

6/24/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs maintenance and repair work on vehicles and mechanical equipment serviced by the Fleet Services Division.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Employee has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties

Core Compentencies

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Completes and evaluates preventive maintenance for all light duty and heavy-duty vehicles.

Operates a variety of hand, electric, and air-driven tools.

Ability to operate a variety of diagnostic instruments.

Inspects, adjusts, and replaces related parts in the performance of minor repair and maintenance work.

Mounts, balance, and installs tires and wheels.

Evaluates status of mechanical, hydraulic equipment and vehicles, and performs or assists in scheduled needed repairs.

Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license and comply with City of Killeen driving policy.

Ability to safely operate a forklift and other lifting devices.

Provides road call assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate.

Enters work order updates and progress in a computer-based maintenance program.

Maintains the security of issued city owned equipment. (e.g., tools, toolbox, safety equipment)

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• One (1) year related experience; or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities.
• Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and tools used in modern equipment maintenance.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors, and the public.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Special Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license by date of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain a Texas Driver's License within 90 days of hire.
  
  

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Power and hand tools and equipment for vehicle mechanical maintenance and repair work; mechanic’s tools including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and other tools required for minor repairs and routine maintenance of motorized vehicles; electronic vehicle diagnostic equipment; safety equipment, as necessary; telephone; mobile or portable radio; personal computer, including fleet maintenance software; tire mount/balancer, and safety equipment as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; sit and talk; and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift weights up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts or in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy.

At City of Killeen, we are committed to your health and well-being. We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits.

We all work together to make City of Killeen a success, and our teamwork extends to your benefits. Your health and well-being are important to us, so we provide benefit options to make your and your family’s lives better. Together, let’s invest in you.

The City of Killeen offers the following Benefits to full time employees:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Benefits
• Medical, Vision Dental
• Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
• TMRS
• 457 Deferred Retirement Account
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Accident/ Critical Illness/ Hospital Indemnity Supplemental Benefits
  
  

For more benefit information, visit www.killeentexas.gov

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Please describe your mechanical abilities, such as minor repairs.

03

How many years experience do you have in evaluating the status of mechanical and hydraulic equipment of vehicles and performing or assisting in necessary repairs.

• 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3+ years
• None
  
  

04

Describe your experience with troubleshooting and/or solving automotive electrical problems.

05

Do you currently possess a valid driver license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

Required Question

Employer City of Killeen

Address 718 N. 2nd Street

Suite B

Killeen, Texas, 76541

Phone [phone]

Website https://www.killeentexas.gov/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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