Summary Statement

The Department of Finance/Administration is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Fleet Maintenance Mechanic. This position will primarily perform maintenance and repair work on medium, heavy-duty trucks, off-road, industrial equipment, and fire apparatus. This position will require a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake, tanker, and passenger endorsement; or the ability to obtain one

The Fleet Maintenance Mechanic performs journey-level maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles and equipment used by the City of Boise and local municipalities. Independent judgment is used to determine and perform repairs.

Essential Functions

Conducts preventive maintenance services on vehicles and equipment per manufacturer’s specifications or the City of Boise requirements. Performs safety inspection of overall vehicle or equipment. (30%)

Repairs vehicle systems identified through preventative maintenance inspection or as required due to vehicle or equipment failure. Diagnoses and corrects problems. Repairs, rebuilds or replaces components utilizing special tools specific to the mechanic trade. (20%)

Installs, diagnoses issues, and repairs specialized equipment and systems. (30%)

Performs fabrication and welding repairs on vehicles and equipment. (10%)

Coordinates services and repairs with department designees. Greets customers and advises on the type and estimated cost of repairs, repair status, and time to vehicle completion. Communicates with vendors, dealers, and manufacturers to facilitate warranty or sublet repairs. Assists with ordering parts and services. Processes repair orders in the computer system. Verifies accuracy of equipment meter, parts, sublet, and services provided along with the entry of technician comments to explain the course of service or repair. (10%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Two years of technical school, trade school, or equivalent military training and four years of hands-on experience in an automobile, heavy truck, or equipment maintenance/repair organization.

Must be able and willing to furnish own hand tools.

Functional knowledge of and ability to perform hands-on in-depth diagnostics, electronic repair, mechanical repair, and fabrication on systems common to automobiles, heavy trucks, industrial equipment, and Police or Fire emergency vehicles.

Ability to: work independently while following the City of Boise and division policies and procedures; use shop computerized system; provide customer service to fleet users and City of Boise suppliers; safely operate a variety of vehicles, maintenance, and repair equipment; display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of the City of Boise employees and the public; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies, and regulations; maintain prompt and regular attendance; perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Some positions require the ability to obtain an Airport (SIDA) security access; Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake and passenger endorsement; Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) license for A/C recovery, recycling, and recharge; and/or Ada County Air Quality Board emission testing license.

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Eight years of hands-on combined experience in an automobile, heavy truck, or equipment maintenance/repair organization.

Master Level Certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) program in automotive and heavy trucks. Certification in the Emergency Vehicle Technician Association (EVT) program in the areas of Airfield Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF), Fire Truck Electrical, and Emergency Vehicle Technician.

Licensing And Other Requirements

Valid Idaho driver's license.

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation

Driving Record Check

Drug-Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug-Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety-sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hiring. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.

This position is required to operate, maintain or inspect emergency vehicles, heavy equipment, or vehicles having a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds and/or life-saving equipment used for emergency services.

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is frequently very loud. Work includes the sensory ability to talk, hear, smell, and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, wet and humid conditions, and areas of dust, odors, mist, and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards and work in/at heights. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals. May be subject to icy and wet surfaces in the parking lot, roadways, or work sites as well as tripping hazards.
This position works with occasional calls.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare- ZERO premium medical coverage for you and your family:

• Low-cost dental and vision options.
• Post-employment health savings account.

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
• Alternative transportation incentives.

Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 8 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 11 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• Six weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org