Vehicle Technician I

• Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards;
• Repairs major vehicular systems and components such as the power plant, drive train, cooling, steering and suspension, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning, brakes and body, and computer systems;
• Repairs system and components such as belts, hoses, tires, lamps, tune-ups, and new vehicle preparations;
• Performs complete vehicle preventive maintenance involving chassis/body lubrication, oil changes, filter replacements, and inspection/evaluation of all operational systems of the vehicle;
• Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards;
• Replaces hydraulic fluids, changes oil, lubricates parts, changes tires, tire rotation, wiper blades, filters, etc.;
• Duties include tire repair, removal and replacement of tire and wheel assemblies, maintaining routine records of servicing activities and replacing of tire and wheel assemblies;
• Changes and repairs tires, wheels, and tubes; checks and adjusts air pressure;
• Repairs shop equipment and tools;
• Performs welding repairs and modifications/fabrications;
• Repairs and maintains a variety of medium and heavy duty fire and pump apparatus and firefighting equipment;
• Road tests vehicles for adequacy and completeness of repairs.

Related tasks:

• Diagnoses malfunctioning vehicular systems and components and recommends most effective solutions;
• Inspects vehicles to ensure that they comply with all statutory safety requirements;
• Performs road service repairs in Boca Raton and surrounding area
• Completes preventive maintenance forms correctly;
• Assists in cleaning the shop work area;
• Performs related tasks as required 

Knowledge of:

• The methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.
• Vehicular preventive maintenance techniques and procedures. 
• The use and operation of shop tools and machinery.
• The repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized equipment.
• Automotive tools, equipment, and materials. 
• The occupational hazards and safety precautions of automotive repair and maintenance work. 

Skilled in:

• Reading comprehension – including diagnostics, schematics, and/or technical manuals as well as the interpretation of wiring diagrams, and installation and repair charts.
• Automotive mechanics – including processes for diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repair
• The care and use of automotive service tools and equipment
• Operation of heavy pneumatic wrenches

Ability to:

• Supply own hand tools consistent with this classification
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Work a flexible work schedule that includes weekdays, weekends and evenings as needed. 
• Diagnose the more common defects in the drive trains, chassis, and other components of automotive equipment.
• Use automotive repair tools and equipment to perform preventive maintenance and repairs of moderate difficulty.  
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, vendors, and colleagues. 

• High Schol Diploma or GED or commensurate amount of work experience and 
• Two (2) years of experience in repairing automotive power driven and, when hired for Fire Services, fire related equipment.
• State of Florida Class “E” driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• State of Florida Class “B” CDL driver’s license.
• Certification in a minimum of three (3) areas by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) as an Automobile Technician.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position is called on to maintain move/transfer heavy vehicles, and a CDL licensure and certification through the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) as an Automobile Technician are required by the essential functions of the position. Although unlicensed and uncertified candidates will be considered for employment, new hires must utilize employer-provided resources to obtain CDL licensure and A.S.E certifications prior to the end of the probationary period.

Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Workers' Compensation
• Certification/License Verification
• Physical
• Drug and Alcohol Screen

The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Constantly moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Constantly moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.
• Occasionally moving from one worksite to another
• Constantly adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.
• Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Constantly operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills
• Constantly operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Constantly operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Constantly demonstrating ability to observe details accurately and identify variances.
• Constantly lift/carry objects 50 pounds or less
• Constantly push/pull objects 50 pounds or less.
• Occasionally working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles and/or insects may occur
• Constantly working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls.
• Constantly demonstrating regular onsite/in office attendance without the option for remote work assignment.

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.