Vehicle & Equipment Technician I/II

Vehicle & Equipment Technician I:

Basic Function:

Under the direction of the Fleet Manager, perform mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and diesel-powered vehicles.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Vehicle and Equipment Technician I classification is the entry-level position in the series and performs mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles. Incumbents work under close supervision while learning job tasks. The Vehicle and Equipment Technician II is the journey-level class in the series, performs a broad range of duties with minimal instruction or assistance, and performs the more complex technical duties associated with vehicle maintenance.

Vehicle & Equipment Technician II:

Basic Function:

Under the direction of the Fleet Manager, perform skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and diesel-powered vehicles.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Vehicle and Equipment Technician II is the journey-level class in the series, performs a broad range of duties with minimal instruction or assistance, and performs the more complex technical duties associated with vehicle maintenance. The Vehicle and Equipment Technician I classification is the entry-level position in the series and performs mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles. Incumbents work under close supervision while learning job tasks.

Vehicle & Equipment Technician I:

Essential Duties:

Perform mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and diesel-powered vehicles such as police cars, fire engines, street sweepers and refuse trucks.

Inspect and diagnose mechanical malfunctions; estimate time, material and supply needs to complete assigned jobs; monitor inventory levels of parts and supplies; order, receive and maintain inventory of parts and supplies.

Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on City vehicles and equipment; perform required safety inspections to assure compliance with established safety guidelines and regulations; maintain accurate service and repair history records on City vehicles and equipment; prepare work orders and complete required inspection forms.

Overhaul, repair and adjust automatic and standard transmissions, differentials, universal joints, gears, valves and transfer cases; overhaul, rebuild and tune engines and carburetors as needed.

Service vehicles and equipment with fuel, oil, grease, water and hydraulic fluids; replace water pumps and hoses; assure proper fluid levels; lubricate gearboxes; drain and refill crankcases; replace fuses; assure proper air levels of tires and fill as needed.

Adjust and reline brakes; maintain and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; install axles; overhaul steering gears and drive shafts.

Diagnose and repair engine electrical and ignition systems, such as batteries, starters, distributors, alternators, coils and related systems; check, clean, adjust and replace breaker points and spark plugs.

Perform electrical repairs on emergency vehicle equipment such as changing light bulbs, repairing sound systems and installing and repairing light fixtures as directed; install, maintain and repair specialized equipment on police vehicles such as computers, two-way radios and video equipment.

Operate a variety of specialized electronic and computerized diagnosis equipment and machinery, welding equipment and hand and power tools.

Work from verbal and written instructions, blueprints, sketches, manuals and work orders; respond to emergency needs as requested.

Communicate with City personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns.

Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing and soldering; fabricate parts as needed.

Maintain shop area, equipment and materials in a safe, clean and orderly fashion.

Vehicle & Equipment Technician II:

Essential Duties:

Perform skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and diesel-powered vehicles such as police cars, fire engines, street sweepers and refuse trucks.

Inspect and diagnose mechanical malfunctions; estimate time, material and supply needs to complete assigned jobs; monitor inventory levels of parts and supplies; order, receive and maintain inventory of parts and supplies.

Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on City vehicles and equipment; perform required safety inspections to assure compliance with established safety guidelines and regulations; maintain accurate service and repair history records on City vehicles and equipment; prepare work orders and complete required inspection forms.

Overhaul, repair and adjust automatic and standard transmissions, differentials, universal joints, gears, valves and transfer cases; overhaul, rebuild and tune engines and carburetors as needed.

Service vehicles and equipment with fuel, oil, grease, water and hydraulic fluids; replace water pumps and hoses; assure proper fluid levels; lubricate gearboxes; drain and refill crankcases; replace fuses; assure proper air levels of tires and fill as needed.

Adjust and reline brakes; maintain and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; install axles; overhaul steering gears and drive shafts.

Diagnose and repair engine electrical and ignition systems, such as batteries, starters, distributors, alternators, coils and related systems; check, clean, adjust and replace breaker points and spark plugs.

Perform electrical repairs on emergency vehicle equipment such as changing light bulbs, repairing sound systems and installing and repairing light fixtures as directed; install, maintain and repair specialized equipment on police vehicles such as computers, two-way radios and video equipment.

Operate a variety of specialized electronic and computerized diagnosis equipment and machinery, welding equipment and hand and power tools.

Work from verbal and written instructions, blueprints, sketches, manuals and work orders; respond to emergency needs as requested.

Communicate with City personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns.

Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing and soldering; fabricate parts as needed.

Maintain shop area, equipment and materials in a safe, clean and orderly fashion.

Vehicle & Equipment Technician I:

Knowledge of:

• Techniques and practices used in the maintenance and repair of heavy and light vehicles and equipment.

• Operation, theory and principles of gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and diesel-powered engines.
• Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles/heavy duty Equipment.
• Diagnostic procedures for vehicles and heavy-duty equipment.
• Preventative maintenance practices.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Proper lifting techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and computerized malfunctions.
• Operate specialized equipment used in the repair or servicing of vehicles.
• Learn, interpret and apply applicable codes, rules and regulations.
• Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing and soldering.
• Work from plans, blueprints, sketches, specifications and diagrams.
• Estimate material requirements and order parts and supplies according to established guidelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Maintain records related to work performed.
• Ability to report to work every scheduled workday.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

Vehicle and equipment repair shop environment.

Subject to noise from equipment operation.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Emergency call out.

Physical Demands:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to perform repair and maintenance tasks.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Seeing to perform repairs.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Climbing ladders.

Hazards:
Exposure to chemical fumes and vapors such as gasoline and diesel fuel.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.
Working at heights.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Possession of high school diploma or GED and one of the following:

One (1) year of experience in the servicing, maintenance, and repair of light automobiles and/or heavy-duty trucks.

OR

Successful completion of an accredited trade school in automotive or heavy truck repair.

OR

One (1) year of college-level coursework in gasoline or diesel equipment maintenance or repair.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Valid California Class B driver's license within 12 months of employment.

Vehicle & Equipment Technician II:

Knowledge of:

• Techniques and practices used in the maintenance and repair of heavy and light vehicles and equipment.
• Operation, theory and principles of gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and heavy-duty diesel-powered engines.
• Methods, equipment, tools and materials used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles/heavy duty equipment.
• Diagnostic procedures for vehicles and heavy-duty equipment.
• Preventative maintenance practices.
• Applicable codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Proper lifting techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform skilled mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small City vehicles and equipment including gasoline, alternative fueled vehicles and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and computerized malfunctions.
• Operate specialized equipment used in the repair or servicing of vehicles.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes, rules and regulations.
• Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing and soldering.
• Work from plans, blueprints, sketches, specifications and diagrams.
• Estimate material requirements and order parts and supplies according to established guidelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Maintain records related to work performed.
• Ability to report to work every scheduled workday.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

Vehicle and equipment repair shop environment.

Subject to noise from equipment operation. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Emergency call out. Physical Demands: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to perform repair and maintenance tasks. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Seeing to perform repairs. Standing for extended periods of time. Climbing ladders. Hazards: Exposure to chemical fumes and vapors such as gasoline and diesel fuel. Working around and with machinery having moving parts. Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber. Working at heights. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by completion of an approved school or apprenticeship program in Heavy Duty Diesel Repair and two years of experience at the Vehicle and Equipment Technician I level. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Valid California Class B driver's license.