Fleet Technician: Diagnose, Repair & Roadside Support

CITY OF KILLEEN; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shie

Dental and Vision insurance

TMRS retirement

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Wellness Events & Free Gym Membership

Job summary

CITY OF KILLEEN seeks a vehicle and equipment technician to maintain and repair the City’s fleet. The role covers diagnostics, preventive maintenance, tune-ups, engine work, and emission-related systems, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, handling road calls, logging maintenance in a computer-based system, inspecting new vehicles, and protecting city-owned equipment while ensuring a clean, safe shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of specialized training from an accredited institute, or 3 years related experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license by date of hire.
• Certification in vehicle maintenance preferred

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift and/or other lifting devices.
• Perform diagnostic, preventive maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, including tune-ups and engine work.
• Schedule and perform repairs and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Handle new vehicle check-ins, maintain shop equipment, and keep a safe, clean work environment.
• Operate shop equipment and enforce shop safety rules; use computer-based maintenance programs to log work and parts.
• Provide road call assistance as needed and enter work orders with progress updates.
• Maintain security of issued city-owned equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Shop safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year specialized training

3 years related experience

Tools

Engine analyzers

Scanners

Brake lathes

Gas and arc welding equipment

Job description

CITY OF KILLEEN seeks a vehicle and equipment technician to maintain and repair the City’s fleet. The role covers diagnostics, preventive maintenance, tune-ups, engine work, and emission-related systems, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, handling road calls, logging maintenance in a computer-based system, inspecting new vehicles, and protecting city-owned equipment while ensuring a clean, safe shop environment.