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City of Boca Raton Vehicle Technician I in Boca Raton, Florida
Vehicle Technician I
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Vehicle Technician I
Salary
$23.62 - $30.08 Hourly
Location
Boca Raton, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
03810
Department
Municipal Services
Division
Fleet Maintenance 44/12001
Opening Date
09/23/2024
Closing Date
9/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
B
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Job Description
Performs intermediate skilled work maintaining a variety of automotive equipment and specialized medium and heavy trucks. When assigned to Fire Services, heavy fire equipment and apparatus. Work is performed under regular supervision on a flexible work schedule that includes weekdays, weekends and evenings as needed.
Essential Functions
Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards;
Repairs major vehicular systems and components such as the power plant, drive train, cooling, steering and suspension, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning, brakes and body, and computer systems;
Repairs system and components such as belts, hoses, tires, lamps, tune-ups, and new vehicle preparations;
Performs complete vehicle preventive maintenance involving chassis/body lubrication, oil changes, filter replacements, and inspection/evaluation of all operational systems of the vehicle;
Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards;
Replaces hydraulic fluids, changes oil, lubricates parts, changes tires, tire rotation, wiper blades, filters, etc.;
Duties include tire repair, removal and replacement of tire and wheel assemblies, maintaining routine records of servicing activities and replacing of tire and wheel assemblies;
Changes and repairs tires, wheels, and tubes; checks and adjusts air pressure;
Repairs shop equipment and tools;
Performs welding repairs and modifications/fabrications;
Repairs and maintains a variety of medium and heavy duty fire and pump apparatus and firefighting equipment;
Road tests vehicles for adequacy and completeness of repairs.
Related tasks:
Diagnoses malfunctioning vehicular systems and components and recommends most effective solutions;
Inspects vehicles to ensure that they comply with all statutory safety requirements;
Performs road service repairs in Boca Raton and surrounding area
Completes preventive maintenance forms correctly;
Assists in cleaning the shop work area;
Performs related tasks as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
The methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.
Vehicular preventive maintenance techniques and procedures.
The use and operation of shop tools and machinery.
The repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized equipment.
Automotive tools, equipment, and materials.
The occupational hazards and safety precautions of automotive repair and maintenance work.
Skilled in:
Reading comprehension – including diagnostics, schematics, and/or technical manuals as well as the interpretation of wiring diagrams, and installation and repair charts.
Automotive mechanics – including processes for diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repair
The care and use of automotive service tools and equipment
Operation of heavy pneumatic wrenches
Ability to:
Supply own hand tools consistent with this classification
Follow verbal and written instructions
Work a flexible work schedule that includes weekdays, weekends and evenings as needed.
Diagnose the more common defects in the drive trains, chassis, and other components of automotive equipment.
Use automotive repair tools and equipment to perform preventive maintenance and repairs of moderate difficulty.
Follow verbal and written instructions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, vendors, and colleagues.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED or commensurate amount of work experience and
Two (2) years of experience in repairing automotive vehicles and power-driven equipment; and, when hired for Fire Services, fire related equipment.
State of Florida Class “E” driver’s license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- State of Florida Class “B” CDL driver’s license or able to obtain a valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license within 12 months of the date of hire.
CERTIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:
- Certification in a minimum of three (3) areas by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) as an Automobile Technician is required
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.
POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Verification
Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
Certification/License Verification
Physical
Drug and Alcohol Screen
The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY
SEIU Employees
ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.
0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month
5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month
10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month
15 years and over 14 hours per month
CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.
SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:
Continuous years of service Percentage
Less than 2 full years 0%
2 to 5 full years 10%
5 to 10 full years 20%
10 full years or more 30%
Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%
HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:
5 to 10 full years $600 annually
10 to 15 full years $800 annually
15 full years and over $1,000 annually
RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:
The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatorycontribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period forthis plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.
The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.
Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.
HOLIDAYS: 14 per year: 11 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.
FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 work days - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.
MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.
?EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.