Assistant Vehicle Technician

SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday

Up to 25 hours per week; hours will vary

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Performs intermediate semiskilled work assisting in the repair and maintenance of automotive and specialized equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:
Changes fluids and filters; checks brakes and electrical equipment; repairs as necessary;
Diagnoses problems using specialized diagnostic equipment;
Repairs hydraulics on heavy equipment; repairs air leaks and main valves;
Repairs hydraulic cylinders in trucks and lines to main valves;
Adjusts and repairs charging systems and cooling systems;
Corrects faulty air conditioning systems;
Repairs and overhauls brakes, ignition and fuel systems, transmissions, differentials, and front and rear axle assemblies;
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance service on vehicles and equipment.

RELATED TASKS:
Performs related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of automotive passenger cars, trucks and maintenance equipment; general knowledge of shop tools, such as drills, presses, grinders, micrometers, brake relining, and drum grinding machines; skill in the use and the operation of tools and machinery used in automotive repair work; ability to keep records of repairs and service operation and to make reports.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and six (6) months of experience in repairing automotive, construction, and specialized equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to lift, carry and push articles weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be able to wear hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety harnesses, safety shoes, hearing protector, gloves, and welder's helmet. Exposure to noise, moving mechanical parts, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, toxic metals, mist, gases, and smoke.

POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
The background check process for this position may include:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Workers' Compensation
• Physical
• Drug and Alcohol Screen

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.