FLEET TECHNICIAN 1-3 (47118)

Town of Paradise Valley; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Town-paid medical and dental

Vacation accruals

Tuition reimbursement

Life/AD&D & disability

ASRS retirement benefits

Job summary

The Town of Paradise Valley is seeking a skilled Fleet Technician to keep vehicles and equipment running safely and smoothly. This on-site role in Paradise Valley, AZ offers full-time employment with a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles, perform preventative maintenance, manage parts, and maintain fleet records to ensure reliability for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Arizona Class D driver's license.
• Senior maintenance skills for vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair/authorize warranty repairs of vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance including tuning engines, replacing parts, brakes, tires, and electrical components.
• Coordinate fleet services with Town departments.
• Locate and purchase parts; call vendors and order parts.
• Maintain computerized fleet records and complete reports.
• Make recommendations on vehicle/equipment replacement and assist in preparing specifications.

Education

ASE Certifications (A1-A9)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Paradise Valley Public Works - Paradise Valley, AZ 85253Position Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: $27.38 - $44.37 Hourly

The Town of Paradise Valley is looking for a skilled and dependable Fleet Technician to join our team and help keep our vehicles and equipment running safely and smoothly. If you enjoy hands‑on work, solving mechanical problems, and taking pride in a job well done, this could be a great fit for you. In this position, you will play a critical role in making sure our fleet is reliable, safe, and ready to support daily operations, in support of the Town of Paradise Valley's (Town) mission to provide high‑quality services to a community that values limited government.

Specifically, the Fleet Technician:

• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs/authorizes warranty repairs of vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance services on all Town vehicles and heavy equipment including but not limited to, tuning engines, replacing clutches, lights, electrical components, brakes, suspension components, tires, and other repairs as needed.
• Coordinates fleet services with other Town departments.
• Locates and purchases parts needed for maintenance and repairs; calls parts vendor and orders needed parts.
• Maintains computerized fleet records (RTA) and completes activity and inventory reports.
• Makes technical recommendations regarding vehicle and equipment replacement.
• Analyzes replacement and equipment criteria and requests and assists in preparing specifications for new vehicles and equipment, and disposal of the vehicles.

In return, the Town proudly offers:

Upon successful completion of the probationary period, receive merit increase equivalent to FY2027 percentage, if/as approved by Town Council.

A superior workplace culture and environment.

Comprehensive Benefits Package (subject to specific provisions):

• 3% pay increase on 01/01/2027.
• 3% pay increase upon successful completion of probationary period.
• 100% Town-paid medical and dental for employees, with up to 90% Town-paid premiums for dependents.
• Starting paid vacation accruals of 120 hours annually, with 60 hours of vacation advanced upon hire.
• 10 paid holidays + 1 special holiday + 2 personal days.
• Sick leave accruals.
• 320 hours of paid parental leave.
• $5,250 tuition reimbursement annually.
• Basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability coverage (100% Town-paid).
• Enrollment in ASRS with excellent retirement benefits (defined benefit retirement plan).

THE REQUIREMENTSTo become the Fleet Technician, the Town requires:

• A valid class D Arizona driver's license;
• AND
• Fleet Technician 1 ($27.38 - $36.51/hour)

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 2 years full-time vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance and repair; or completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an automotive mechanic may substitute for two years of the required experience.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an automotive mechanic may substitute for two years of the required experience.

• Fleet Technician 2 ($30.18 - $40.25/hour)

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 3 years full-time vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance and repair; or completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an automotive mechanic may substitute for two years of the required experience. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an automotive mechanic may substitute for two years of the required experience.
• 3 of the following Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications:
• A1 – Engine Repair
• A2 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• A3 – Manual Drive Train & Axles
• A4 – Suspension & Steering
• A5 – Brakes
• A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
• A7 – Heating & Air Conditioning
• A8 – Engine Performance
• A9 – Light Vehicle Diesel Engines

• Fleet Technician 3 ($33.28 - $44.37/hour)

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 5 years full-time vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance and repair; or completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an automotive mechanic may substitute for two years of the required experience. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an automotive mechanic may substitute for two years of the required experience.
• 5 of the following Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications:
• A1 – Engine Repair
• A2 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• A3 – Manual Drive Train & Axles
• A4 – Suspension & Steering
• A5 – Brakes
• A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
• A7 – Heating & Air Conditioning
• A8 – Engine Performance
• A9 – Light Vehicle Diesel Engines

The Town of Paradise Valley is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.