Fleet Technician

Please review all requirements listed below. These are minimum requirements that applicants MUST have in order to be considered for this position.

Job Summary:

The purpose of this job is to maintain a variety of vehicles for operational readiness. This position is classified as essential, which could require being sequestered at work for multiple days during a natural disaster.

Essential Job Functions:

Diagnoses, using computerized diagnostic equipment, and performs a variety of general/specialized repair and maintenance on a variety of automotive and related fleet equipment. Upfits new emergency vehicles with radios, lights, sirens, prisoner partitions, prisoner seats, laptops/stands, printers, radars, in car video system and related specialized equipment to prepare them for issuing to appropriate staff. Calibrates, programs, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces electronic voice and data communications equipment, including mobile data terminals/laptops, data modems on all upfitted equipment. Removes specialized equipment and markings to decommission vehicles for auction or reassignment. Transports vehicles to and from vendors for major overhaul/repair. Documents vehicle/equipment maintenance, supplies/parts/materials used, and time spent in Fleet system.

Note:

"Essential tasks/functions may vary among positions in the class. The list of Essential Tasks/Functions is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all tasks/functions performed by all positions in this class."

Minimum Requirements :

High school graduation or G.E.D. equivalent supplemented by completion of specialized training in Automotive Electrics/Electronics, Automotive Repair, or closely related field and one (1) year journey level automotive repair or closely related work . Must possess ASE Certification in Automotive Electronics. Must possess or obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification within the first year of employment and/or transfer. Must not be on any disciplinary or performance (PIP) probation.

Physical Effort Required:

The work of this class primarily involves medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing, raising objects, and involves exerting between 26 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 51 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

DRUG FREE / SMOKE FREE WORKPLACE / VETERANS PREFERENCE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), religion, Veterans Status, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office and the employee and is subject to change by the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office as the needs of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office and requirements of the job change.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $52,332.41 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred) Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Florida Drivers License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Port Charlotte, FL (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Port Charlotte, FL:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person