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Technician - Vehicle Services

Polk County Public Schools

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Lake Wales, FL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State Of Florida Driver's License

Job overview

Polk County Public Schools is hiring a Technician - Vehicle Services. The Technician performs skilled maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel, CNG and propane vehicles and related equipment, inspecting, adjusting, replacing parts, diagnosing issues, and conducting road service calls while maintaining a clean work area.

Key focus areas include Perform general and major repair work on gasoline, diesel, CNG and propane vehicles and equipment, Inspect, adjust and replace units and related parts including cooling, fuel and exhaust systems, and Diagnose and troubleshoot vehicles and equipment using standard test equipment.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, 2+ Years Automotive/Heavy Truck Industry Experience, and Vocational Program In Automotive/Heavy Truck Service. Important skills include Maintenance And Repair Of Gasoline Driven Vehicles, Inspection, Adjustment, Replacement Of Units And Related Parts, Cooling Systems, and Fuel Systems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Maintenance and Repair of Gasoline Driven VehiclesInspectionAdjustmentReplacement of Units and Related PartsCooling SystemsFuel SystemsExhaust SystemsDiagnosisTroubleshootingStandard Test EquipmentBrakes Repair and OverhaulTransmissions Repair and OverhaulEngines Repair and OverhaulDifferentials Repair and OverhaulFront Axle Assemblies Repair and OverhaulRoad Service CallsHousekeepingConstruction of AutomobilesAssembly of AutomobilesMaintenance of AutomobilesConstruction of TrucksAssembly of TrucksMaintenance of TrucksConstruction of BusesAssembly of BusesMaintenance of BusesCommon Industry Repair EquipmentCommon Industry Testing EquipmentFollowing Oral InstructionsFollowing Written InstructionsOccupational HazardsSafety PrecautionsStoring Waste MaterialsDisposing of Waste MaterialsBilingualBiliterateGasoline Vehicle MaintenanceDiesel Vehicle MaintenanceCNG Vehicle MaintenancePropane Vehicle MaintenanceBrake RepairTransmission RepairEngine OverhaulDifferential RepairAxle Assembly RepairDiagnostic TroubleshootingStandard Test Equipment UseFollow Oral and Written InstructionsFace‑to‑Face CommunicationWork Coordination and Prioritization

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED2+ Years Automotive/Heavy Truck Experience or Vocational Program Completion or Military TrainingState of Florida Driver's LicensePassing Score on Transportation Vehicle Services Mechanical Aptitude TestASE CertificationBilingual/Biliterate5+ Years Automotive/Heavy Truck Experience

Full job description

Technician - Vehicle Services

Job Location: Trans Lk Wales Shop

Job Location (Short): Lake Wales, FL, USA, 33859

Status: Open

Posting End Date:

Salary Grade: Maintenance Trade 10

Position Title

Technician - Vehicle Services

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to perform skilled work in the maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel, compressed natural gas (CNG) and propane driven vehicles and related equipment.

Essential Functions of this Job

Performs general and major repair work on all types of gasoline, diesel, compressed natural gas(CNG) and propane driven vehicles and related equipment. Inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary units and related parts, including cooling, fuel and exhaust systems. Diagnoese, and troubleshoots vehicles and related equipment using standard test equipment. Repairs and overhauls brakes, transmissions, engines, differentials, and front and rear axle assemblies. Performs road service calls to repair and maintain vehicles. Performs any duties within the scope of capabilities as assigned by supervisor. Cleans assigned working area and maintains all related equipment.

Essential Functions of this Job (cont.)

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or completion of GED. A minimum of 2 years' experience in the automotive/heavy truck industry required, 5 years' preferred; or verifiable completion of a vocational program or military training in automotive/heavy truck service. ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications preferred. Appropriate State of Florida Driver's License.Must successfully achieve a passing score on Transportation Vehicle Services Mechanical Aptitude Test.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a wide variety of automobiles, trucks, buses and other equipment. Knowledge of common industry repair and testing equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Knowledge of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, storing and disposing of waste materials. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines.

Physical Environment

Requires standing and sitting, and the ability to frequently lift and/or carry 20 - 50 pounds, move and/or position objects weighing 100 - 150 pounds using assistance or equipment as needed. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires exposure to outdoor elements, including weather changes, foliage, and insects. Requires the handling and use of cleaning solvents and solutions. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

8 - AFSCME - Maintenance - 12-mo. OSP

Salary Grade

N/A

Pay Grade

AFSCME Cust/Maint/Veh Svcs

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Local Code

0390

EEO5

53

Approval Date

11/13/2012

Date Last Revised

12/2/2013

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