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City of The Colony

Fleet Technician I

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An Automotive Service Technician or Mechanic repairs and performs maintenance on cars and smaller trucks; may conduct auto inspections.

$48,113 / year median in Texas

+10% projected growth

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Fleet Technician I City of The Colony - 3.2 The Colony, TX Job Details Full-time $46,675.20 a year 4 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Computer operation Troubleshooting schematics Computer literacy Safety regulations Equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Driver's License Experience working in the automotive repair industry Driving Computer skills Mechanical troubleshooting Full Job Description Job Summary The Technician 1 in Fleet Services performs light maintenance and repairs efficiently and completely so as to provide excellent customer service. This position works under the direction of the Lead Technician. Examples of Duties Perform preventive maintenance, and minor repairs for city owned vehicles and equipment including the mounting and balancing of tires, oil changes, and the inspection and maintenance of batteries, brakes, fluids, and filters. Perform some diagnostics of vehicle problems under the supervision of Lead Tech. or other experienced technicians. Assist in Troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical issues with various City equipment and vehicles, including gas, alternative fuels, and diesel fuel engines. Assist in housekeeping as instructed by supervisor and log amount of time, materials, supplies, and parts are used for the repair and maintenance of Fleet vehicles and equipment. Read and understand repair manuals, to determine manufacturer's recommendations for trouble shooting. Also must know computer based systems such as ALLDATA, Shop Key and must have a basic knowledge of computers. Respond to emergencies and work over-time as assigned by supervisor. May be placed on standby status to be available for emergency support over extended holiday periods. Maintain shop area, tools, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Also maintain inventory of parts, supplies, tools, and equipment. Must have own tools. Able to continue training as required. Able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds. Able to crawl under, over, or on vehicles/equipment as necessary for repairs and maintenance. Able to communicate effectively and courteously with the community or other employees over the telephone, in writing, or in person. May be required to perform other department duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications Must be able to follow equipment repair schematics and diagrams, as well as adhere to all occupational health and safety rules and regulations. Must be skilled/developing in the troubleshooting and repair of fleet vehicles and associated equipment, and have the ability to safely and efficiently use a variety of tools and motor vehicles. Education and Experience Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must hold a valid Texas drivers license with an acceptable driving record. Must have basic knowledge of personal computers. Prefer some ASE certifications. Must be able to obtain an ASE certification in automotive brakes & steering within six months (A5). Must obtain a class B CDL license within six months. Must have at least one year of experience in a garage environment.
BENEFITS FOR ALL FULL-TIME/PART-TIME REGULAR EMPLOYEES INCLUDE
TEXAS
MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM
All full-time employees are participants of TMRS; this is a mandatory contribution. (Part-time regular employees who work a minimum of 20 hours per week are participants of TMRS) The employee contribution rate is 7% per pay period; the City matches the contribution 2-1. There is a 5 year vesting period. Employees are eligible to retire at any age after 20 years of service or at age 60 with 5 years of service.
OPTIONAL
RETIREMENTThe City offers employees the option of contributing to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and/or Roth IRA's through payroll deduction. The City does not match these contributions.
SOCIAL SECURITY/FICA
These deductions are matched by the City.
MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION COVERAGE
All full-time employees have Medical, Dental, Vision, Life w/AD&D, and LTD insurance coverage paid for by the City. (Part-time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week qualify for this coverage) Employees have the option of purchasing dependent coverage.
SECTION 125 IRS BENEFIT PLANS
Employees who have dependent health or any supplementary insurance premiums deducted from their checks are eligible to pay their premiums, "pre-taxed". Pre-taxed flexible spending accounts are also available for health and dependent care.
VOLUNTARY/SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS
Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental benefits through AFLAC and LegalShield.
VACATION
Full-time employees vacation accrues as follows: 0-5 years 10 days per year 5-10 years 15 days per year 10-20 years 20 days per year 20+ years 25 days per year Employees are eligible to take vacation after 6 months of employment. Part-time regular employees accrue vacation leave at ½ the accrual rate of a full-time employee.
SICK LEAVE
Sick leave accrues at 8 hours per month for full-time employees. (Fire accrues at 12 hours per month) Maximum accrual is 1,040 hours. Part-time regular employees accrue sick leave at ½ the accrual rate of a full-time employee.
SICK LEAVE POOL
The sick leave pool allows the employees to donate up to 24 hours of sick leave per year (employees must have a minimum of 96 hours of sick leave accumulated before contributing). This pool was created to help employees during a catastrophic injury or illness.
HOLIDAYS
Full-time employees receive 14 paid holidays per year. This includes 1 personal floating holiday that may be taken at any time during the calendar year after 6 months of employment. New Year's Day Columbus Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Veterans Day Presidents Day Thanksgiving Day Good Friday Day after Thanksgiving Memorial Day Christmas Eve Juneteenth Christmas Day Independence Day Floating Holiday (Personal Day) Labor Day Part-time regular employees accrue holiday leave at ½ the accrual rate of a full-time employee.
LONGEVITY
All full-time employees with more than 1 year of service are eligible to receive longevity pay at the rate of $10 per month for each month of service. This is paid once a year in November. Part-time regular employees become eligible to receive this benefit after 5 years of service.
CERTIFICATE PAY
Some employees may be eligible to receive Certificate Pay in increments of $50, $100 or $125 per month depending upon the type of certification. Certification that is required per the job description in order to be employed is not eligible for pay under this plan.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Full-time employees may be reimbursed up to $300 per semester for college courses. The courses must relate to their job, must have a passing grade of at least a "C", and obtain Director approval. This benefit may be used after 6 months of employment.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
(EAP) Provided by the city to help employees and their family members manage life's challenges by identifying options and making informed choices regarding Counseling Services, Legal Services, Financial Services, and Work/Life Wellness Resources.
PARK PASSES
Full-time and part-time regular employees receive a free year round park pass that can be used at Stewart Creek and Hidden Cove Park.