Fleet Maintenance Technician III

FLEET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III  

Job Code: 12120   Salary Grade: 13   FLSA: Nonexempt 

Purpose of Classification: 

The purpose of this classification is to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and parts fabrication on County-owned vehicles.   

This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy. 

Essential Functions:  

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments; operates and maintains vehicle maintenance equipment; maintains a mechanics tool set; and maintains vehicle-specific tool kits. 

Performs vehicle inspections; inspects and tests all vehicle systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system, HVAC and emissions; completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains required parts; performs emission tests per frequency and criteria specified by state law; inspects and tests completed work; and updates required records. 

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance; changes oil, air filters, fuel filters, and windshield wipers as required; inspects tires for wear or damage; and arranges replacement as needed. 

Repairs vehicles; gathers information from vehicle operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems;  identifies items needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures vehicle operation and performance is within specified limits. 

Verifies outside vendor repair work; reviews description of repair work done; verifies repairs were performed correctly and that the repair resolved the problem; and ensures that the vehicle is safe to operate. 

Prepares and commissions new equipment and accessories; completes records for new equipment; adds stencil numbers; and installs accessories such as fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc. 

Decommissions vehicles; removes County decals, equipment, accessories, and other property; and ensures vehicle is ready for disposition. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in automotive repair or a related field; two years of experience in automotive maintenance and repair; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. 

Specific License or Certification Required:  Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.  Some positions may be required to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) appropriate for the level of equipment operated within six (6) months of starting employment in this classification.