Fleet Technician

Shifts: PM 3:30pm-2:00am and OWL 9:30pm-7:30am

DUTIES:

• Under direct but not constant supervision, to do a general range of repair and maintenance work on automotive equipment, construction equipment and power take-off driven equipment; to repair garage equipment as required; to direct the work of another Automotive Mechanic or Fleet Services employee of lesser grade; and do similar and less skilled work as required.
• In this connection to perform details of work, such as: Overhaul motors, transmissions, and differentials.
• Analyze motors.
• Overhaul and adjust brake systems.
• Repair, overhaul and align vehicle front end and steering systems.
• Repack, adjust, or replace bearings.
• Repair and overhaul fuel systems and cooling systems.
• Install, repair and overhaul electrical systems.
• Welding.
• Make minor fender and body repairs.
• Paint or touch up.
• Make modifications on equipment as required.
• Install crew cab glass.
• Repair or replace suspension systems.
• Repair or replace tires.
• Balance wheels.
• Replace or repair components of construction equipment and power take-off driven equipment.
• Maintain small powered equipment.
• Attend garage gasoline service station, as required. Make service calls.

SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• For proper care and use of tools, materials, and shop equipment.
• For responding to calls quickly, and restoring equipment to service in a minimum of time.
• For working with precision when making close adjustments.
• For close careful inspection and adjustment of equipment for the protection of operators and equipment.
• For following safe working practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or successful completion of a recognized high school equivalency examination.
• Successful completion of an approved educational program in automotive maintenance or its equivalent preferred and shall have satisfactorily performed for two years in an automotive maintenance facility in a repair technician classification or its equivalent.
• An additional five years of satisfactory performance in an automotive maintenance facility in a repair technician classification will be considered in lieu of completion of an approved educational program.
• Must be able to meet and deal with people, be willing to work alone for considerable periods, be active and able-bodied and have average physical strength and endurance.
• Must be a competent operator of equipment and be able to qualify for chauffeur's license. Must successfully complete all testing requirements related to this classification. Must obtain and maintain a valid class (A) C.D.L. license with Tanker endorsement.
• Must pass the Construction Skilled Trades (CAST) aptitude test and written automotive mechanic exam.

Local 1439 Fleet Technician Journeyman IA2801 Pay Scale

Step (1) - Pass Fleet Services Mechanic Skills Test $42.12

Step (2) - 6 Months - Aerial Inspection Test $43.93

Step (3) - 12 Months - 3 ASE Test $46.46

Step (4) - 24 Months - 3 ASE Test $48.05

Step (5) - 36 Months - 2 ASE Test $51.07

Additional Shift work premium of $1.45 per hour for those working the PM or OWL shift. Technicians can advance through these steps and achieve Step 5 pay within one year by passing the Fluid Power Certification and acquiring ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Certification status. IA2801 Fleet Technician Journeyman working PM or OWL shift at a step one will start at $43.57 per hour (includes shift premium). Within one year and one acquiring all the above certifications and working the PM or OWL shift one will top out at $52.52 per hour.

Vacation:

0 to 1 year prorated based on start date

1 to 6 years of service 2 weeks of vacation

6 to 15 years of service 3 weeks of vacation

15 to 20 years of service 4 weeks of vacation

20 to 30 years of service 5 weeks of vacation

30 or more years of service 6 weeks of vacation