Fleet Services Technician III

Cities, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FRS retirement plan

Job summary

City of Sarasota is seeking a full-time Fleet Services Mechanic to repair and maintain City vehicles and specialized equipment. The role requires diagnosing defects, installing equipment, and performing emergency repairs as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years as a journeyman automotive/heavy equipment mechanic, a valid CDL, and at least four ASE certifications (one in Brakes). You may be on call 24/7 and work in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Vocational/technical training in diesel and/or gasoline engines, hydraulics, heavy equipment repair.
• Three (3) years experience as a journeyman-level automotive and/or heavy equipment mechanic.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Class B or higher State of Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of employment.
• Possess and maintain at least four of the eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications, one must be in Brakes.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in automobiles, specialized solid waste vehicles, aerial devices, hydraulic systems, pumps, and other specialized equipment.
• Installs specialized equipment.
• Performs emergency repairs out of the shop.
• Diagnoses defects through testing and operation in various engines and equipment.
• Determines methods and parts needed to effectuate repairs.
• Performs and completes repairs.
• Assigns repair tasks to subordinates and may supervise their work.
• May standby for and answer emergency calls 24 hours per day.
• Performs strenuous work in various weather conditions.
• Undertakes additional job-related tasks as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/technical school in diesel & engines

CDL Class B or higher

ASE Certifications (Brakes)

Job description

Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride!

NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer.

Department:

Fleet Services

Employee Type:

Probationary

Time Type:

Full time

Salary Range:

$26.4170 - $33.3379 Hourly / $54,947.36 - $69,342.83 Annually

Job Posting Period:

July 23, 2026 - Until Filled

Job Description

Overview

To repair and maintain City vehicles specialized apparatus, and related systems and other repairs or maintenance as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in automobiles, specialized solid waste vehicles, aerial devices, hydraulic systems, pumps, and other specialized support equipment.
• Installs specialized equipment.
• Performs emergency repairs out of the shop.
• Diagnoses defects through testing and operation, in various light and heavy vehicular equipment, various types of special equipment, heavy diesel engines, gasoline engines, chassis, vehicular bodies, pumps, and auxiliary equipment.
• Determines methods, and parts needed to effectuate repairs.
• Performs and completes repairs.
• Assigns, orally or through written work orders, repair assignments to subordinates, as necessary.
• Supervises and inspects repairs performed by subordinate mechanics.
• May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an on call, 24 hour per day basis.
• Performs strenuous work in a variety of weather conditions including high heat conditions.
• The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED,
• Or vocational/technical school with courses in diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulics, heavy equipment repair, mechanics, and shop practices.
• Three (3) years experience as a journeyman-level automotive and/or heavy equipment mechanic,
• Training and experience may be used in lieu of educational requirement.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Class B or higher State of Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of employment is required.
• Possess and maintain at least four of the eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications, one must be in Brakes.

Job Based Competencies

• Demonstrates working knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment, maintenance and repair of diversified automotive and/or heavy equipment, including heavy trucks, and various types of special equipment.
• Knowledge and experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy diesel engines, gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, air brake systems, heavy-duty transmissions, and engine/transmission cooling systems.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety procedures/ precaution to be taken to avoid injuries and mishaps.
• Ability to perform diagnostics, and remedy causes of malfunctions in a timely, cost-effective manner.
• Skilled in the use of all types of garage tools and equipment of the trade.
• Knowledge of metals, machinery, welding and brazing.
• Ability to work overtime and/or be on call.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate mechanics, superiors, other employees, and the public.
• Knowledge of the operation and repair of internal combustion gasoline and diesel engines and hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to diagnose defects of automotive equipment and to remedy defects.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinate mechanics, making efficient use of labor and materials.

Responsibility

Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Minimal. May supervise work of subordinate Mechanics or others as assigned, relative to the completion of particular task.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes or atmospheric conditions. Incumbent may be exposed to activities such as noise and jobs with potential hazards that may require special protection and/or special safety precautions. Visual acuity is required to inspect work completed by crews for accuracy and quality. Incumbent is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties.

Public Contact

There is minimal public contact in this position.

Retirement Benefit

The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email [e-mail] or via phone at 941-263-6299.

For questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email [e-mail]