Fleet Lube Technician

GENERAL PURPOSEUnder general supervision, performs responsible repair and maintenance of City owned vehicles and equipment; assists with snow plow operations when necessary; and performs other related duties as assigned, may supervise the daily vehicle and equipment maintenance operations and activities for the City of Belton; may oversee the purchasing of all parts and equipment; dispatches scheduled maintenance and repairs to staff; maintains records of all maintenance and repairs performed; schedules warranty and other repairs performed by outside sources; and ensures that outside services area performed with expedience and accuracy.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.FLEET LUBE TECHNICIANPerform oil changes and tire rotations along with multi point inspections on vehicles noting any repairs recommended or needed.Perform maintenance on small equipment if qualified such as mowers for example.Replaced tires as needed on vehicles.Trained to perform maintenance on larger equipment (Skid Steers and Backhoes).Perform small brake jobsMonitors, repairs and maintains City vehicles and equipment that are automotive and light truck up to 1 ton; troubleshoots vehicle problems using automobile scanner equipment, manuals and other resource material; conducts preventive maintenance on vehicles including checking all fluids, tires and brakes; engine diagnostic, wiring, and repairs and/or replaces defective and worn parts.Troubleshoots and repairs other power tools and equipment.Complies with all federal, state and local laws and regulations, and City and departmental policies and procedures; maintains current knowledge in field of automotive/mechanical repair; communicates with City personnel; informs supervisor of problems or concerns that may arise; and performs related duties as assigned.Orders parts as necessary to make repairs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:Required Knowledge of:Operations, services, and activities of a City Public Works Department.Preventative maintenance and work order scheduling techniques.Working procedures and techniques utilized in the trades area.Automotive engine, electrical, and computer testing equipment.Installation and testing of emergency lighting and equipment on police and other City vehicles.Manufacturer, equipment and vehicle manuals, repair manuals and parts purchasing catalogs.Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations affecting area of assignment.Structure, organization and inter-relationships of city departments, agencies, and related governmental agencies and offices affecting assigned functions.Effective communication principles and practices.Records management methods and techniques.English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.Required Skill in:Utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.Reviewing, reading, analyzing, and interpreting vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance manuals and parts catalogs.Troubleshooting and repairing automotive/mechanical systems.Using various automotive computer, electrical, and engine testing equipment, and hand tools appropriate to the job.Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.Analyzing and reviewing budgetary information to determine the impact on the assigned area and the City.Establishing, tracking and maintainingaccurate files and records.Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.Education and Experience:Associate's degree or Vocational Training in Automotive Technology, Mechanic and Equipment Maintenance6 months of automotive and equipment repair including the knowledge of the tools and equipment needed to perform assigned dutiesRequired Licenses:Possession of a valid State Driver's License. CDL and other licenses/certifications may be required within six months of hire.Physical Requirements:Work is performed in a maintenance garage environment; regularly is required to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds.Regularly is exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, and hazardous chemicals when performing maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment and other related duties.