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Senior Fleet Services Technician

Salary

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Location

Carson City, NV

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

874_10.4.23

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

10/04/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Public Works.Under general supervision, performs complex and difficult technical and troubleshooting work in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of automobiles, heavy and light trucks, construction and fire equipment, other vehicles, small gasoline engines, stationary and similar equipment; operates a variety of hand, power and shop tools.

Employees may choose between the following options: Employer-Paid PERS:$24.2334 - $36.3499 hourly / $50,405.42 - $75,607.74 annually Employee/Employer-Paid PERS:$28.7596 - $43.1398 hourly / $59,405.42- $89,730.68 annually

This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees:https://www.carson.org/home/showpublisheddocument/15581/637741283392970000{tabindex="0"}

This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Examples of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Performs complex troubleshooting and diagnostic work on automobiles, construction equipment and related rolling stock; provides technical assistance to mechanics and service workers.
• Diagnoses and performs major repairs and overhauls to engines, involving inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts such as pistons, piston rings, valves, bearings, fittings and gaskets.
• Diagnoses and repairs, cleans, adjusts and installs fuel, ignition, electrical and cooling systems involving repair and replacement of such parts as carburetors and fuel pumps, starter motors, distributors, generators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, batteries, and radiators, thermostats and water pumps.
• Diagnoses and repairs and overhauls power transmission systems including such parts as clutches, standard transmissions, differential units, front and rear axles, gears, bearings, universal joints and hydraulic units; diagnoses and repairs and adjusts steering mechanisms and other controls.
• Road tests vehicles; drives trucks or equipment as required; inspects vehicles in the shop and field; smog checks and certifies vehicles. Installs electrical and radio systems in vehicles as necessary; modifies such systems as required.
• Diagnoses and performs electrical, hydraulic and other repairs in the field.
• Performs preventive maintenance work on construction equipment, heavy trucks, street sweepers, automobiles, light trucks and other equipment.
• Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications; esti ates labor, material and equipment and order parts required to complete assignments.
• Diagnoses, repairs and maintains vehicle air brakes, hydraulic systems and associated power take-off equipment.
• Observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the work.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Operates heavy equipment and drives City vehicles, trucks and equipment.
• Uses and performs minor maintenance on hand, power and shop tools and test equipment related to the work.
• Makes oral and written reports of work performed; completes forms and maintains accurate maintenance records using an automated fleet information system.
• Instructs and directs the work of seasonal or less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience: Equivalent to a High School education or GED; AND four (4) years of journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and/or heavy construction equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Class A Driver's License.
• Automotive Services Excellence (ASE) Certification
• Must take pre-employment physical examination and Respiratory Fit test.

Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of:

• Methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered automobiles, trucks and construction equipment.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment common to the field.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Job estimation techniques and methods.
• Safety principles, practices and equipment related to the work.
• Shop mathematics.
• Basic record keeping practices.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

Skill in:

• Diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of diesel- and gasoline-powered vehicles and equipment.
• Operating and maintaining a variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment used in the work.
• Estimating necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
• Preparing records and reports of work performed.
• Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications and drawings.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
• Making accurate arithmetic calculations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Under General Supe