Lead Fleet Maintenance Technician

POSITION: Lead Fleet Maintenance Technician

DEPARTMENT: General Services

PAYGRADE: 108 NE

PAY: Min $29.31 / Mid $37.37 / Max $45.43

DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this classification is to assist the Fleet Services Manager by providing guidance to Fleet Technicians and overseeing the maintenance and repair vehicles and equipment for the CCWA. This includes off-road fueling and oil services.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers; confers with Manager to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex/problem situations; and provides technical expertise.
• Performs Preventative and Corrective Maintenance of fleet vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Assists Fleet Manager with managing work orders, processing purchases, entering time and data, and monitoring employee performance, including disciplinary actions and reviews.
• Provide training and guidance to Fleet Technicians to ensure high-quality maintenance practices and efficient operations.
• Checks instrument cluster and makes appropriate adjustments and repairs; lubricates and greases chassis and grease points; checks, diagnoses and repairs lights, windshield, mirrors, and body; and maintains and updates related work orders.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel and A/C system failures: utilizes special diagnostic equipment and software; connects vehicles to equipment to diagnose issues and identify needed repairs; requests and gathers parts and supplies; and performs and tests repairs.
• Welds and fabricates metal parts and tools: builds and alters truck bodies and trailer configurations to meet the different needs.
• Performs field repairs and recovery operations on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs cleaning of tools, equipment, and work areas
• Services all new equipment: adds all necessary components required by each department, such as decals, strobe lights, switches, power-inverters, computer stand, fuel master, etc.
• Fuels equipment in the field.
• Performs annual inspections on all trucks and trailers: ensures compliance with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures.
• Performs essential duties of the Fleet Services Manager in their absence.
• Operates or uses various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments: operates and maintains all vehicles and equipment, two-post lift, cutting torch, welder, drill press, band saw stand- alone press, air compressor, pressure washer, pneumatic impact, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, shop tools, diagnostic tools and equipment, overhead crane and other tools and equipment.
• Communicates with Manager, other CCWA employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• This position may require on-call assignments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

• High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by seven years of experience in vehicle maintenance and repair; and three years of CDL/Hazmat experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all CCWA or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid GA Commercial Driver’s License (minimum Class B), including Hazmat endorsement.
• 3 - Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications in any category.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50-100 pounds).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights.

At CCWA, it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, including temporary employees, and applicants for employment based on qualifications, abilities, and merit. Therefore, CCWA prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants or any other legally covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression), citizenship, genetic information, disability status, past, current, or prospective membership in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to job advertisements, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.