Fleet Technician I - Motor Pool

Southfield, City of (MI); Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Southfield is seeking a skilled mechanic to service light and heavy-duty trucks, automobiles, and related equipment. You will perform overhaul, preventive maintenance, and necessary repairs in a municipal shop setting.

Responsibilities include diagnosing drivability and electrical concerns using diagnostic tools, welding and fabrication for body repairs, and responding to roadside service calls in various weather conditions while keeping accurate maintenance records.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent, automotive/trade training preferred.
• Must possess CDL or be able to obtain CDL within 6 months.
• Knowledge of repair methods for light and heavy-duty trucks and related equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in confined spaces.
• Experience with engines, transmissions, and hydraulics desirable.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul and repair light and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance including oil changes, tires, belts, hoses, lights, and brakes.
• Replace and inspect engines, transmissions, axles, and hydraulic components.
• Repair minor body damage including welding and fabrication.
• Use diagnostic equipment to diagnose drivability and electrical concerns.
• Respond to roadside service calls in varying weather conditions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diagnostics

Heavy-duty trucks

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Automotive repair certificate

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Creeper operation

Job description

• Perform overhaul and repair work on light and heavy-duty trucks, automobiles, off-road and related equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to include oil changes, tire replacement, belts, hoses, light bulbs, and brake pads while maintaining proper record keeping.
• Perform minor and major repairs replacing, inspecting, adjusting or replacing necessary units and related equipment parts, including engines, transmission, axles and hydraulic components.
• Repair minor body damage to vehicles and equipment including welding and fabricating.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment to diagnose and repair drivability and electrical concerns.
• Respond to roadside service calls for minor breakdowns or tire repairs in varying weather conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must be high school graduate or equivalent, preferably supplemented with a certificate of completion of an automotive or truck repair course from an accredited training facility, vocational or trade school.
• Must possess a valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License (CDL) OR be able to obtain the CDL within the first six (6) months following the appointment to this position, as well as meet City's standard of a good driving record.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, materials, and techniques used in the repair of light and heavy-duty trucks, automotive, construction and fire equipment.
• Knowledge of small gasoline engine repair is desirable; both two and four cycle.
• Skilled in the use and operation of tools and machinery used in automotive repair work.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces or under vehicles using a creeper.