FLEET TECHNICIAN I

Chapel On The Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Town of Chapel Hill is hiring a Fleet Technician I to diagnose, repair and maintain a range of vehicles and equipment used by municipal services. You will enter work orders, review repairs, and keep service records while supporting customer inquiries and daily operations.

The role requires at least 1 year in an automotive shop, a high school diploma, a valid NC driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a CDL Class B within a year. Work is in a shop environment with some on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year automotive shop experience for Fleet Technician I.
• Valid NC driver’s license; CDL Class B required within 1 year of hire.
• Ability to use fleet management software and basic office tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Enter work orders, review repairs and maintain service records.
• Maintain documentation and respond to inquiries; provide customer service.
• Operate and use fleet management software and manuals.
• Be on rotation for after-hours emergencies and weather events.

Skills

Diagnostics

Maintenance

Repair procedures

Safety practices

Record keeping

Office tools

Communication

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet management software

Hand tools & shop equipment

Job description

Summary

described here.Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned that are not specifically spelled out in this job description, but which may be reasonably considered to require similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Summary Of Position

The purpose of these positions is to diagnose, repair and perform routine maintenance on various types of vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to police vehicles, solid waste services vehicles, street maintenance vehicles, landscape maintenance equipment, heavy construction equipment and fire apparatus.

Work will also include entering work order information into the fleet management software, reviewing, and verifying repairs and billing information; maintaining service documentation, reports and records; and/or providing customer service and responding to inquiries and requests.

Essential Functions

What you can expect to be doing (Essential Functions): (Note Technician skill level will determine complexity of work assignments)

• Complete diagnostics and service equipment at the appropriate level for the position by performing repairs, routine and preventative maintenance.
• Change fluids, filters, batteries, tires, belts, blades, cables, lines and other components.
• Replace and repair engines, transmissions, and other components.
• Complete fire truck pump and aerial equipment diagnostics, repair and maintenance.
• Maintain records of repairs by entering information into a fleet management work order software.
• Use computer software, handheld devices, manuals, schematics, and other resources.
• Be on rotation for after work hours for emergencies related to vehicles and be on call for inclement weather events as well as special events.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Do you supervise or not?

This position has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.

What are the physical demands?

The work requires routine light to heavy lifting, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, standing, and walking. The employee may occasionally lift heavy objects. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

Where and how do you work?

The work is performed in an automotive shop environment with some work being performed both indoors and outdoors. There is frequent exposure to dust, vibration, noise and fumes.

Minimum Qualifications

What do you need to know to do this job effectively?

Knowledge Of

• Methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of automotive and heavy equipment.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Operating principles and mechanical repair of engines.
• Safety practices and procedures.

Ability To

• Provide attention to detail in assignments.
• Comprehend reference books and manuals.
• Be on rotation for after work hours for emergencies related to vehicles and be on call for inclement weather events as well as special events.
• Operate assigned tools and equipment.
• Organize and maintain records and files.
• Use web-based software systems.
• Use Microsoft Office tools relevant to the position.
• Solve problems and make sound decisions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Model behavior that is consistent with our values of RESPECT.

What is education and/or experience do you need to be considered for this job?

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Fleet Technician I: A minimum 1 year of automotive shop experience required.

What are the safety considerations for this job?

• This position is designated safety sensitive and driving- essential.
• You will be subject to the Drug and Alcohol-free Workplace policy.
• You will be subject to the Safe Driving and Accident Policy.

Here is other information you should know about the position:

Fleet Technician I

• A minimum of 60 hours of formal classroom training in automotive mechanics or a related trade or ASE certification in at least one specialty, or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire required.
• A valid NC driver’s license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to provide transportation between job sites is required. Possession of a commercial driver’s license Class B (CDL) issued by the State of North Carolina is required within one year of hire. CDL training will be provided.

Supplemental Information

The Town of Chapel Hill has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

The Town of Chapel Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

The Town of Chapel Hill offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to regular full time and part time employees.

Health and Dental Insurance

Health and dental insurance are effective the first day of employment. The town will provide full-time employees group medical and dental insurance including family coverage. Employees and the town will share equally in the additional cost of the medical plan for dependent coverage if employees desire to purchase such coverage for family members. Employees are responsible for the full cost of dependent dental insurance.

Retirement Health Savings Plan

Employees hired after June 30, 2010, in a regular full-time or regular part- time position are required to participate in the Retirement Health Savings Plan. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 1%.

Paid Time Off

• Vacation/Annual Leave: Employees in regular full or part time positions earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon length of Town service.
• Sick Leave: Employees in full or part time regular positions earn 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees receive 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from Employee's leave bank.
• Paid Holidays: There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or part time regular positions are eligible for paid holiday time.
• Personal Leave: All employees in full or part time regular positions are granted 3 days of personal leave per year. This leave is non-cumulative

Local Government Retirement System

All employees in regular full or part time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.

Supplemental Retirement Plans

• NC 401(k)-The Town makes a contribution of 5% to the 401(k) for all regular full and part time employees. There is no employee match required. Employees have the option of making contributions on a pre or post tax basis. The plan is administered by Empower.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan-Town of Chapel Hill employees have the option of making contributions to a 457. The Town does not make contributions to this plan. The plan is administered by MissionSquare.

Disability Insurance

• Town Provided: The Town provides both short term and long term disability insurance to all regular full or part time employees. The plan will pay up to 50% of the employee's base income up to $462 per week for non-job related injuries.
• Voluntary Short Term Disability: Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental disability insurance. This plan will pay employees a maximum of 25% of their base weekly earnings up to $400.

Life Insurance

The Town provides full and part time regular employees with an individual term life insurance policy. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for a small fee. Dependent life insurance is also available.

Direct Deposit

All employees hired after July 1, 2007 are required to have direct deposit.

Other Benefits

• Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Chapel Hill are eligible to open accounts at Civic Federal Credit Union.
• Parking is provided free of charge at or near worksites
• Annual longevity payment beginning with the 5th year of full or part time regular employment
• Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period
• Town has a Housing Assistance Program that assists employees secure housing in Town see the following https://www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org/employee-housing