Position Summary
The Fleet Service Technician assists in all aspects of general maintenance and administration of the agency's automotive fleet within the Fleet Section of the Walton County Sheriff's Office. The Fleet Service Technician oversees and monitors fuel sites, maintains vehicles and vehicle maintenance records; administers the allocation of new or reassigned vehicles; and ensures procurement of necessary fleet supplies.
Qualifications
Trainee ($38,500 - $49,360):
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year related experience and/or training in automotive repair
*Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary requirements for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification within one (1) year of employment.
Technician I ($43,000 - $55,792):
- High school diploma or equivalent
- National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification for Brakes, and Heating and Air Conditioning
- Two (2) years related experience and/or training in automotive repair
Technician II ($50,000 - $63,525):
- High school diploma or equivalent
- National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification for Brakes, Heating and Air Conditioning, and one additional certification
- Two (2) years related experience and/or training in automotive repair
Technician III ($57,500 - $69,972):
- High school diploma or equivalent
- National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification for Brakes, Heating and Air Conditioning, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Repair, Engine Performance, Suspension and Steering, Manual Drive Train and Axles, and Automatic Transmission
- Two (2) years related experience and/or training in automotive repair
Essential Job Functions
All Levels:
This list of functions, duties, responsibilities, skills, and physical abilities is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
- Issues and replaces Fleet Keys.
- Inspects vehicles for possible damage and proper equipment; issues vehicle(s); assists with the allocation of new or reassigned vehicles to requesting departments/bureaus/divisions.
- Oversees the decommissioning of dead-lined vehicles from fleet inventory; prepares vehicles for sale at auction including all associated paperwork.
- Determines probability of resale value for parts salvage and/or recycling. Removes parts from dead-lined vehicles, inventories and stores.
- Inventories, stocks, and shelves emergency unit materials and supplies, e.g., flares, fire extinguishers, cages, fuel conditioner, batteries.
- Maintains and administers pool loaner car vehicles.
- Performs special projects as directed by the Fleet Service Supervisor.
- Prepares purchase requests for shop and office materials needed; maintains records of all materials used in order to monitor inventory levels.
- Maintains logs and reports of activities for all work in progress.
- Maintains and updates assigned vendor and vehicle maintenance records.
- May respond to callouts as required.
- May operate an agency vehicle.
- May be in an on-call status for any length of time due to storm or major event activation.
- Other duties as assigned.
Technician I and higher:
- Perform highly skilled mechanical duties involving the repair and maintenance of Emergency Fire Apparatus vehicles and equipment; Law Enforcement Vehicles, specialized equipment and technical task related to assigned area of responsibility.
- Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports; manage annual maintenance logs in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
- Diagnose, maintain and repair electrical systems components, ignition systems, computers, alternators, high voltage power generators, starter and batteries; diagnose, maintain hydraulic systems.
- Diagnose and repair front and rear drive axles, drive train components, belts, gears, chain drives and propeller shafts; repair faulty parts on equipment and vehicle fleet.
- Repair, adjust or replace engines, transmissions, differentials, and clutches and hydraulic and air brake systems; tune up engines and propane fuel systems.
- Fabricate and assemble parts for automotive and heavy equipment; modify and repair body panels and chassis parts.
- Operate various mechanical equipment and ensure the adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
- Perform vehicle and equipment safety inspections; provide detailed records of maintenance services performed; assist in the general maintenance and cleaning of shop area.
- Inspect, diagnose and locate mechanical difficulties on a variety of heavy-duty fire equipment and Law Enforcement vehicles; recommend solutions; perform preventative maintenance and repair equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
- Leadership skills – be able to be supportive and give directions in order to accomplish the Sheriff’s goals and objectives.
- Interpersonal skills – demonstrate congenial, respectful, and productive behaviors and attitudes towards others in working relationships and situations.
- Communication skills – be able to express ideas and effectively communicate information to citizens and subordinates.
- Problem solving skills – be able to look beyond surface issues to identify and analyze problems and develop effective responses and solutions to resolve problems.
- Situational awareness – be aware and alert to the surrounding conditions and situations and be able to adapt to unexpected changes in situations to successfully and safely complete the task.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to work assigned shift.
Physical Requirements
- Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
- May involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
- Requires intermittent lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavier objects (100+ pounds).
- Some tasks are performed in an equipment/engine repair shop environment, where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidents.
- Some tasks are performed in an environment with potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements, e.g., heat, humidity, toxic agents.
- Tasks include working around moving parts, equipment, carts, and materials handling where physical risks are predictable/controllable by observance of standard safety precautions.
The Walton County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Walton County Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to applicable state and federal law, preference and priority shall be given to certain service members and veterans (including spouses and family members of such service members and veterans), and certain service members may be eligible for a waiver of post-secondary educational requirements as provided in Chapter 295, Florida Statutes.
