Fleet Technician II

Roanoke County, VA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke County in Virginia seeks a Fleet Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs of a wide range of fleet assets including light and heavy equipment. The role requires hands-on expertise with engines, electrical systems, and 12-volt components.

The ideal candidate has at least three years’ experience in fleet maintenance, along with relevant ASE or trade certifications, and a valid Class B CDL may be required. A background check will be conducted. Flexible hours may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in maintenance, repair, servicing, or upfitting of fleet assets.
• Must possess at least three of the listed qualifications (ASE, welding, school, associate degree, fleet certifications, CDL, VA Safety Inspector, Roanoke County experience count).
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, repair, or upfit a variety of fleet assets including vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance: oil changes, fluid checks, lubrication, tire service and rotation.
• Install, repair, and upfit asset-mounted equipment and 12-volt electrical systems.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE A-series or T-series

Welding certification

Automotive trade school completion

Associate degree in related field

Fleet-related certifications

CDL Class B or higher

VA Safety Inspector certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Electrical testing equipment

Lifts

Job description

Performs inspections, diagnoses, preventive maintenance, servicing, repairs, installations, removals, and upfitting of assigned assets under supervision as needed. Assets include vehicles, trailers, motorized equipment, small-engine equipment, and other equipment maintained by the Fleet Division. Provides maintenance and repair services for light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles, trailers, motorized and small-engine equipment, specialized equipment, and 12-volt electrical and accessory systems, depending upon assignment. Work is performed in accordance with applicable laws, government regulations, and the County’s Fleet Management Policy. Performs other duties as assigned.

• ~ Performs inspection, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of a variety of assets, including light-duty, heavy-duty, small-engine, gasoline and diesel-powered, and specialized equipment. Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic system malfunctions using appropriate diagnostic equipment and technical resources.
• ~ Services assets by performing fueling, fluid level checks, washing, cleaning, detailing, minor fabrication, and other routine service activities. Prepares assets for reassignment or disposal.
• ~ Performs routine preventive maintenance on assigned assets, including oil and filter changes, lubrication, fluid checks, tire service and rotation, and other scheduled maintenance procedures. Identifies, diagnoses, and repairs defects discovered during preventive maintenance inspections as appropriate.
• ~ Performs repairs and component replacement on assets, including bulbs, lamps, windshield wipers, mirrors, belts, batteries, tires, and other mechanical and electrical components.
• ~ Performs skilled repairs of engines, fuel systems, cooling systems, brakes, transmissions, drivetrains, steering, suspension, and axle assemblies, depending upon assignment and demonstrated competency.
• ~ Performs installation, removal, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of asset-mounted equipment and 12-volt electrical systems, including lighting, warning equipment, communications equipment, wiring, switches, relays, fuses, power distribution components, and other accessories.
• ~ Performs asset upfitting and decommissioning, including installation and removal of equipment, wiring, brackets, consoles, partitions, storage systems, decals, and other asset-specific equipment and accessories.
• ~ Performs maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of heavy-duty assets, small engines, and specialized equipment, including gasoline, diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrically operated systems, depending upon assignment.
• ~ Transports assets to and from customer locations, vendors, repair facilities, and other locations as directed.
• ~ Operates hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, electrical testing equipment, diagnostic equipment, lifts, and other tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.
• ~ Performs operational checks and, when applicable and authorized, road tests assets to verify proper operation and completion of assigned work.
• ~ Accurately records labor, parts, services, inspections, asset information, and other required information in the fleet management system.
• ~ Maintains work bays, shop areas, tools, equipment, and assigned work areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• ~ Provides limited technical guidance to Fleet Technician I employees.

Education:

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

Required: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the maintenance, repair, servicing, or upfitting of vehicles, equipment, or other fleet assets.

Additional Qualifications:

Required: In addition to meeting the minimum education and experience requirements, must possess at least three (3) of the following qualifications:

• A-series or T-series ASE certification(s)
• Welding certification
• Completion certificate of one (1) or more years of automotive or related trade/technical school
• Associate degree in a related field
• Fleet-related approved certification(s)
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or higher
• Commonwealth of Virginia Certified Safety Inspector
• Ten (10) years of fleet-related experience with Roanoke County shall count as one (1) qualification, with each additional ten (10) years counting as one (1) additional qualification.

Certifications/Licenses:

Required: Valid Virginia driver’s license with a good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Basic knowledge of methods, tools and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and upfitting of fleet assets.

Basic knowledge of automotive, heavy-duty, small-engine, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and 12-volt electrical systems.

Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, electrical testing equipment, and diagnostic equipment.

Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system malfunctions and other systems applicable to assigned assets.

Skilled in the use and operation of shop tools, air tools, and machinery.

Ability to understand and follow instructions relating to the safe usage of tools, chemicals, and other materials.

Ability to organize and perform routine cleaning and maintenance functions independently without work-site supervision.

Ability to maintain accurate records of inspections, diagnostics, repairs, labor, parts, and services in the fleet management system.

Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, user departments, outside vendors and service providers.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Additional Requirements:

Subject to a complete criminal history background search with acceptable results.

May work flexible hours to accommodate operational requirements of the Fleet Division.

Must own a set of basic mechanic hand tools appropriate for assigned duties, to be used on the job when required.

Expected to report to work for regularly scheduled shift regardless of weather conditions or emergency situations, unless directed otherwise by supervisor.

Required to wear employer-provided personal protective equipment, including safety shoes and eye protection.

Following a conditional offer of employment, must successfully pass a post-offer physical examination and drug screening, when applicable to CDL license holders.

Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.