Diesel Technician Senior (Fire Team) - First Shift #2312-123220-01

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 15th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 897,000 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

• Daily evaluation, inspection, diagnosis and repair of fire apparatus, emergency vehicles, heavy truck fleet, medium and light duty vehicle fleet, and construction equipment.
• Diagnose and repair of complex electronically controlled diesel engines, modern electrical systems, on and off-road equipment drivetrains, air braking systems, steering and suspension, and complex hydraulic systems on fleet assets with a concentration in fire apparatus and emergency vehicles.
• Inspect vehicle systems, perform preventative maintenance, diagnosis and repair of failed components on vehicle's body, chassis and auxiliary systems.
• Utilize fleet maintenance software to accurately document work performed.
• Communicate with all levels of fleet operations and customers ensuring repairs are completed. 
• Interpret manuals, electrical diagrams, and diagnostic software.
• Understand and follow safety procedures.
• Participate in an on-call schedule 24 hours a day, including holidays and weekends, for 7 consecutive days. 
• On-call schedule will require the technician to be on-call in a 4-week rotation.

• Knowledge of methods, tools and materials used in maintaining and repairing fire apparatus, emergency vehicles, automotive, and heavy truck related equipment
• Understanding of electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Commitment to life-long learning, keeping pace with new technology.
• Ability to effectively be part of team.
• Works in organized, clean and safe manner.
• Ability to perform roadside repairs with little or no guidance. 
• Understands occupational hazards and safety precautions of trade.
• Skilled in use and care of tools, equipment and materials used in all types of automotive repair work.
• Ability to diagnose defects in a range of equipment from fire apparatus to heavy trucks, construction equipment, and light vehicles in addition to performing complex mechanical repairs independently.
• Analyze, evaluate, and effectively write diagnosis and recommendation of work being performed to complete work orders.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot mobile communications equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to operate technical and computer test equipment.
• Ability to lift up 75 lbs. of equipment and/or tools.
• Must have or obtain the following licensures within 6 months (180) days of hire:
  • NC Inspection License
  • AC Recover and Recycling License
• Must have within one year of hire:
  • Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Must possess valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to obtain and maintain City driving permit.
• Must have basic hand tools and tool storage upon hire. 

• Considerable experience in performing journeyman level fire apparatus and emergency equipment service work and heavy truck service technician work on all types of heavy equipment. 
• Experience with diagnosing and repairing light duty to heavy fleet and equipment.
• Degree or certification from an accredited technical school, college, or manufacturer training certification recognized by ASE.
• ASE/EVT certification(s) applicable to position.

• Five (5) years of relevant work experience; or a High School diploma/GED with three (3) years of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties.

• $59,000 - $65,000 Commensurate with experience 

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Please note that all job offers are contingent upon an applicant successfully passing a new hire background check and drug screening. If an applicant does not pass the background check, the offer will be rescinded. 

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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