FLEET TECHNICIAN - South Florida Water Management District
West Palm Beach, FL
About the Job
Responsible for performing a wide range of services to diagnose and repair District fleet units including cars, trucks, diesel engines, and small and heavy equipment. May give technical guidance and assistance to other service team members.
This position is subject to random mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
All other Duties as assigned.
The Homestead Field Station work hours are Monday – Thursday. 6:30 am - 5:00 pm. Offices are closed on Fridays.
Employment Guidelines
High School Diploma or GED and 4+ years’ experience servicing, diagnosing, and repairing cars, trucks, diesel engines, and equipment.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
The hiring range for this position is $ 54,620.80 to $ 63,086.40 (based on education and years of relevant work experience).
Licenses and Certifications
Valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restriction to operate vehicle equipped with a manual transmission and air brakes. If selected candidate does not currently possess CDL the District will provide 30 days from date of hire to obtain CDL Learner’s Permit and 90 days to obtain CDL License. District is willing to pay cost of CDL training program.
Forklift Operations Certification (Required). First Aid/CPR/AED (Required)
Maintain a total of four (4) valid ASE certifications between the following three (3) specialties: Automotive: engine repair, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drive train & axle, suspension & steering, brakes, electrical/electronic system, heating & air conditioning, engine performance. Medium/Heavy Truck: gasoline engine, diesel engine, drive train, brakes, suspension & steering, electrical/electronic system, heating & air conditioning, preventative maintenance inspection; and Auto Maintenance & Light Repair (Required)
This position is required to participate in the Pumping Operations Program as either a Pump Station Assistant (PSA) or a Pump Station Operator (PSO). (Required)
Physical Requirements/ Working Environment
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role. Overtime will be required based on weather and/or environmental conditions.
Regularly sets up, adjusts, controls, tests and operates equipment to complete assignments. Work environment may be hot and humid with no facilities. Moves or otherwise transports equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Part of the work may be performed in the field with regular exposure to unpredictable weather conditions, responding to mechanical breakdowns and part inside garage bay with circulating air; some exposure to sun, heat, and rain when performing repairs outside the shop. Also works inside garage bay with circulating air.
Work activities typically involve the following: bending, climbing, drive/operate equipment, exposure to carbon monoxide and dust, materials and waste (oils, grease, coolants, acids, adhesives, solvents), eye-hand coordination, gross body coordination, hearing kneeling, lifting/reaching overhead, manual dexterity, move/transport equipment, noise exposure, pulling, pushing, recognize color differences, squatting, stability, balance, steady footing, standing, and upper body vibration.
Veterans’ Preference
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.
This position is subject to random mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
All other Duties as assigned.
The Homestead Field Station work hours are Monday – Thursday. 6:30 am - 5:00 pm. Offices are closed on Fridays.
Employment Guidelines
High School Diploma or GED and 4+ years’ experience servicing, diagnosing, and repairing cars, trucks, diesel engines, and equipment.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
The hiring range for this position is $ 54,620.80 to $ 63,086.40 (based on education and years of relevant work experience).
Licenses and Certifications
Valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restriction to operate vehicle equipped with a manual transmission and air brakes. If selected candidate does not currently possess CDL the District will provide 30 days from date of hire to obtain CDL Learner’s Permit and 90 days to obtain CDL License. District is willing to pay cost of CDL training program.
Forklift Operations Certification (Required). First Aid/CPR/AED (Required)
Maintain a total of four (4) valid ASE certifications between the following three (3) specialties: Automotive: engine repair, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drive train & axle, suspension & steering, brakes, electrical/electronic system, heating & air conditioning, engine performance. Medium/Heavy Truck: gasoline engine, diesel engine, drive train, brakes, suspension & steering, electrical/electronic system, heating & air conditioning, preventative maintenance inspection; and Auto Maintenance & Light Repair (Required)
This position is required to participate in the Pumping Operations Program as either a Pump Station Assistant (PSA) or a Pump Station Operator (PSO). (Required)
Physical Requirements/ Working Environment
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role. Overtime will be required based on weather and/or environmental conditions.
Regularly sets up, adjusts, controls, tests and operates equipment to complete assignments. Work environment may be hot and humid with no facilities. Moves or otherwise transports equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Part of the work may be performed in the field with regular exposure to unpredictable weather conditions, responding to mechanical breakdowns and part inside garage bay with circulating air; some exposure to sun, heat, and rain when performing repairs outside the shop. Also works inside garage bay with circulating air.
Work activities typically involve the following: bending, climbing, drive/operate equipment, exposure to carbon monoxide and dust, materials and waste (oils, grease, coolants, acids, adhesives, solvents), eye-hand coordination, gross body coordination, hearing kneeling, lifting/reaching overhead, manual dexterity, move/transport equipment, noise exposure, pulling, pushing, recognize color differences, squatting, stability, balance, steady footing, standing, and upper body vibration.
Veterans’ Preference
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.
Source : South Florida Water Management District