Sarasota County Government · 3 months ago
Fleet Service Technician
South County Complex
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$24.19/hr - $24.19/hr
2+ years expSarasota County Government is dedicated to providing quality services to the community, and they are seeking a Fleet Service Technician to maintain and repair the County's heavy trucks and equipment. The role involves performing diagnostic tests, making repairs on various systems, and ensuring the reliability of vehicles and equipment used by the County.
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Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic tests to identify, and rebuild and repair malfunctions on all diesel, gasoline, and electric equipment
Make repairs to all major and minor sub-systems
Diagnose hydraulic malfunctions, and engines, repair pumps, cylinders, and control valves
Perform maintenance and repairs on everything from UTVs, auto, light/heavy trucks, trailers, pumps, construction, and other heavy equipment
Troubleshoot and repair pumps, actuators, transmissions, compressors, pneumatic and electric controls, air-conditioning units, and components
May weld and cut parts using welding equipment
Perform inspections and serviceability/reliability checks/repairs/rebuilds on all brake, steering, and drive line components
Utilizes laptop computers to complete, and verify parts/labor, and inputs comments to detail repairs made
Perform maintenance and repairs on Fire/ EMS vehicles and equipment
Qualification
Required
A High School Diploma or its equivalent
Two (2) years of mechanical experience in automotive or heavy vehicle/equipment repair
A valid Florida Class 'B' Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker endorsement within six (6) months from the time of hire. (Paid for by the county!)
A valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire
Must supply own basic tool set and rolling toolbox upon hire
Preferred
Complete and maintain a minimum of two (2) ASE/EVT certifications. (Paid for by the county!)
Ability to obtain Hazmat certification
Certification/ experience in basic welding
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations
11 paid holidays
3 personal days
16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment
Company
Sarasota County Government
Sarasota County Government is a county organization that dedicated to providing customer-focused services that add value to the community.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Amanda Glover, PHR, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
Chris Louria
Chief Human Resources Officer/Director
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