Heavy Equipment Technician I/II (Automotive/Fleet)

City of Orlando Careers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 29,067 - 37,057; Full time

Job summary

City of Orlando Careers is seeking Heavy Equipment Technicians for skilled mechanical work including diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of equipment. The position requires a High School Diploma/G.E.D. and relevant experience. The salary ranges from $21.10 to $26.90 depending on qualifications, with potential bonuses for ASE certifications and shifts. The role involves oversight and training of lower-level mechanics. Join the City to contribute to maintaining vital public services in Orlando.

Qualifications

• Heavy Equipment Technician I: 2 years as automotive/diesel mechanic or equivalent.
• Heavy Equipment Technician II: 4 years as automotive/diesel mechanic or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical work analyzing and diagnosing problems.
• Inspect, replace, and repair defective parts.
• Train lower level mechanics as needed.

Skills

ASE T-series certifications

Mechanical diagnosis

Preventative maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Salary Range

$21.10-$26.90

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting

Job Summary

Heavy Equipment Technician I: $21.10 - 32.70 per hour, depending on qualifications.
Heavy Equipment Technician II: $22.62 - 35.07 per hour, depending on qualifications.
PLUS $.50 per hour for each ASE certificate (up to six).
PLUS $.30 per hour tool allowance. If hired after 9/28/2025 will only receive $1200.00 in an annual tool allowance.
PLUS $1.25 per hour when working the second shift (1:00 PM to 9:30 PM).

FIRST SHIFT

6:00 am to 2:30 pm

SECOND SHIFT

1:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Responsibilities

Performs skilled mechanical work analyzing and diagnosing problems; inspecting, replacing and/or repairing defective parts, and performing preventative maintenance on City automobiles, tractors, mowers, trucks, street sweepers, fire trucks and equipment, police cars and/or motorcycles and small engines. This position assigns, oversees work and trains lower lever mechanics as needed. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed while in progress and upon completion for accuracy and completeness.

Minimum Qualifications

Heavy Equipment Technician I: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and two (2) years’ experience as an automotive or diesel mechanic, or accreditation from a vocational institute; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess two (2) ASE T-series certifications, or one (1) ASE T-series passing exam score and one (1) EVT passing exam score; or pass (1) internally administered practical exam in related field within 6 months of employment. May be required to obtain a valid Florida Class B CDL with Air Brakes at the discretion of the department.

Heavy Equipment Technician II: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and four (4) years experience as an automotive or diesel mechanic; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess least two (2) ASE T-series certifications and two (2) EVT certifications in a related field, or any combination of four (4) ASE T-series and/or EVT certifications in a related field. May be required to obtain valid Florida Class B CDL with Air Brakes at the discretion of the department.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.