Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years of experience in a related field.
• Completion of an accredited automotive, diesel or related certification program may substitute for required experience up to a maximum of six (6) months.
• Graduation with an Associate degree from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for experience, up to a maximum of two (2) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Requires a Class "C" driver's license. If required, must obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver's License ( CDL ) within 120 days of employment with the City.
• If applicable, must be licensed within six (6) months of employment as a Texas State Vehicle Inspector in accordance with Texas Department of Public Safety procedures and regulations.
• Must be certified within six (6) months of employment with respect to EPA standards in air conditioning service, repairs, and Freon recovery, including Freon recovery equipment operations.
• Must possess and maintain at least one Current Fleet Master Tech Certification ( ASE Light, Med/Heavy or EVT Master).

Equipment Hand Tool Requirements

• An incumbent must provide his or her own hand tools, including wrenches, sockets, ratchets, toolbox, etc., as a condition of employment.
• The individual must meet the minimum hand tool requirements within six (6) months of employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Essential duties are performed in a service center environment with exposure to a variety of motorized equipment, spare parts, tools, oil and lubrication, corrosive liquids, and other potentially hazardous materials.
• Incumbent may be exposed to loud noise, warm and cold conditions, standing for long periods, frequent stooping and bending, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Individuals will need to have good eye-and-hand coordination and read and write in dimly-lit conditions.

Notes to Applicants
A detailed and complete job application is REQUIRED and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes.

When completing the Supplemental Questions, please note that your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by information contained in your application.

Please note that position's location and/or schedule is subject to change based upon business needs.

This position may require a skills assessment.

Driving Requirement:
This position requires a Class "C" driver's license or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

CDL Requirement:
Must obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver's License ( CDL ) within 120 days of employment with the City.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The department reserves the right to close the posting after 7 calendar days.

This posting does not have the option to submit a cover letter or resume.

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Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Serves as lead to provide guidance and on-the-job training.

Monitors team members work/repairs for efficiencies and quality of repairs.

Documents and provides reporting to Fleet Management on quality of repair.

Documents crew member's deficiencies and recommends training.

Performs complex gasoline and diesel engine tune-ups and overhauls.

Performs specialized work and repairs on engines, carburetors, transmissions, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and other complex vehicle components.

Repairs heavy equipment specifically serviced by the service center.

Disassembles, repairs, services, reassembles, and reinstalls vehicle accessories and systems, including brakes, transmissions, hydraulic or pneumatic systems, cooling systems and radiators, air conditioning, suspension, vehicle generators, carburetors and fuel injection, starters, and pumps.

Performs wheel alignments on all types of heavy equipment, such as crawler loaders, backhoes, and bulldozers.

Operates and uses acetylene torch to repair equipment.

Records maintenance and service data on designated forms.

Performs preventive maintenance, as required.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Provides leadership, work assignments, evaluations, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of methods, systems and components, and materials used in repair and servicing of vehicles and other equipment including, motorized heavy equipment and trailers.
• Knowledge of various specialized types of vehicles diagnostic testing and analysis equipment and tools used in vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of fleet operations and services.
• Knowledge of tasks such as work team concepts and productivity techniques, safety practices, City policy and procedure, and other operational requirements.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to prioritize work for a team.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals.
• Ability to interact with tact and courtesy and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the division, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.