We are seeking skilled and motivated Fleet Maintenance Technicians to perform complex maintenance and repair work on a diverse range of vehicles and equipment. Come join the City of Hampton's Fleet Services and make a difference in your community! The City of Hampton is a vibrant waterfront community, celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefit package.We are currently hiring for heavy off-road technicians (day shift) and light shop technician positions (day and evening shifts). Please make note of your preference in the supplemental questions at the end of the application.
Light Shop equipment examples: Police pursuit vehicles, light trucks, sedans, SUVS
Heavy Off-Road Shop equipment examples:Dump trucks, construction equipment, earth moving equipment, UTVS, trailers, street sweepers, sewer cleaners
Minimum Requirements- High school diploma or GED.
- Vocational, technical or trade school training in automotive technology preferred.
- Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in the repair and maintenance for the class of vehicles in the shop you are assigned.
- Experience must have included preventative maintenance checks, computerized diagnostics, and complex electrical, mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
- Must be a Certified as a Motor Vehicle Inspector, licensed by the State of Virginia, or the ability to pass the requirements to obtain license within 120-days.
- Must obtain and maintain one (1) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification for the class of equipment in your shop within one (1) year of employment.
- Must possess a State of Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or have the ability to obtain within 180 days of employment, if assigned to Heavy Off-Road Shop.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
- This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
- Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
Additional Requirements- Must possess a complete set of automotive mechanic tools at all times while in this position.
- The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
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