Vehicle Technician I or III - Fire Rescue Services

Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : Boca Raton, FLJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 03774Department: Fire Rescue ServicesDivision: Administration 25/08001Opening Date: 10/22/2024Closing Date: 10/29/2024 11:59 AM EasternFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: BJob Description Be part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team! Come join us #WorkforBoca This position is part of a career ladder program which allows for upward mobility based on demonstrated skills, ability, and seniority:Vehicle Technician I $23.62 - $40.51Vehicle Technician III $26.74 - $45.78VEHICLE TECHNICIAN IGENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:Performs intermediate skilled work maintaining a variety of automotive equipment and specialized medium and heavy fire equipment and apparatus; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.VEHICLE TECHNICIAN IIIGENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:Performs complex skilled work maintaining a variety of automotive equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.Essential Functions VEHICLE TECHNICIAN IPerforms routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards;Repairs major vehicular systems and components such as the power plant, drive train, cooling, steering and suspension, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning, brakes and body, and computer systems;Repairs system and components such as belts, hoses, tires, lamps, tune-ups, and new vehicle preparations;Repairs shop equipment and tools;Performs welding repairs and modifications/fabrications;Repairs and maintains a variety of medium and heavy duty fire and pump apparatus and firefighting equipment;Road tests vehicles for adequacy and completeness of repairs.RELATED TASKS:Diagnoses malfunctioning vehicular systems and components and recommends most effective solutions;Inspects vehicles to ensure that they comply with all statutory safety requirements;Performs road service repairs in Boca Raton and surrounding cities;Completes preventive maintenance forms correctly;Assists in cleaning the shop work area;Performs related tasks as required.VEHICLE TECHNICIAN IIIDiagnoses malfunctioning vehicular systems and components and recommends most effective solutions; Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards; Inspects vehicles to ensure that they comply with all statutory safety requirements;Repairs major vehicular systems and components such as the power plant, drive train, cooling, steering and suspension, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning, brakes and body, and computer systems; Repairs systems and components such as belts, hoses, tires, lamps, tune-ups, and new vehicle preparations; Performs welding repairs and modifications/fabrications; Performs road service repairs in Boca Raton and surrounding cities; Completes preventive maintenance forms correctly; Repairs and maintains marine equipment; Road tests vehicles for adequacy and completeness of repairs. RELATED TASKS:Repairs shop equipment and tools; Assists in cleaning the shop work area; Performs related tasks as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities VEHICLE TECHNICIAN IThorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.Thorough knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery.Thorough knowledge of the repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized fire equipment, pumps, and apparatus.Ability to diagnose the more common defects in the drive trains, chassis, and other components of automotive equipment.Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems.Ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts.Ability to lift articles weighing 50 pounds; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form. VEHICLE TECHNICIAN III Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment;Thorough knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery;Thorough knowledge of water safety; ability to diagnose the more common defects in the drive trains, chassis, and other components of automotive equipment;Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems;Ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts;Ability to operate all types of marine equipment for water testing;Ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form.Minimum and Preferred Qualifications VEHICLE TECHNICIAN IEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; and Two (2) years of experience in repairing automotive power driven and fire related equipment.CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:Certification in a minimum of three (3) areas by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) as an Automobile Technician is requiredPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCertified by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) as Medium/Heavy Truck Technician. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.Must possess and/or obtain a valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period within 12 months of the date of hire.Must supply own hand tools consistent with this classification.Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.VEHICLE TECHNICIAN III EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; andSix (6) years of experience in repairing automotive and power-driven equipment. CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL LICENSES: Must possess and be certified in a minimum of ten (10) areas by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) as an Automobile Technician within six (6) months of the date of hire. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years. Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty. Must supply own hand tools consistent with this classification.POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS FOR BOTH VEHICLE TECHNICIAN I & III:The background check process for this position may include:Criminal Background CheckEmployment VerificationReference ChecksMotor Vehicles Report (MVR) CheckWorkers' CompensationCertification/License VerificationPhysicalDrug and Alcohol ScreenJob description specifications are intended to present an illustrative description of the range of duties, the scope of responsibility and the required level of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to describe the primary functions of the job. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed by the employees in each position assigned to the class. Individuals may perform other duties as needed, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload as required by business necessity.PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS AND CONDITIONS FOR BOTH VEHICLE TECHNICIAN I & III: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.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. CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARYSEIU Employees ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month15 years and over 14 hours per monthCASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:Continuous years of service PercentageLess than 2 full years 0%2 to 5 full years 10%5 to 10 full years 20%10 full years or more 30%Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:5 to 10 full years $600 annually10 to 15 full years $800 annually15 full years and over $1,000 annually RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below: The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatorycontribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period forthis plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period. An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution. The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.HOLIDAYS: 14 per year: 11 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 work days - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of StatePERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.???????EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No 02 What is the highest level of education that you have completed? NOTE: Proof of education is a required condition of employment. Less than High School High School Diploma or GED Trade or Vocational School Associates Degree or 60 credits of college courses Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctoral Degree 03 What area of study is your education? 04 How many years of experience do you have repairing automotive power driven and fire related equipment? No previous experience Less than 2 years of experience 2 years of experience 2 years but less than 3 years of experience 3 years but less than 4 years of experience 4 years but less than 5 years of experience 5 years but less than 6 years of experience 6 or more years of experience 05 How many National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) certifications, as an Automobile Technician, do you have?Please attach a copy of the certification(s) to your application. No A.S.E. certifications Three (3) A.S.E. certifications Four (4) A.S.E. certifications Five (5) A.S.E. certifications Six (6) A.S.E. certifications Seven (7) A.S.E. certifications Eight (8) A.S.E. certifications Nine (9) A.S.E. certifications Ten (10) or more A.S.E. certifications 06 If you are certified by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.), please list your certifications below.Remember to attach copies of your A.S.E. certifications to your application. 07 Do you possess a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years prior to employment? Yes No 08 Do you possess or can you obtain a valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license within twelve (12) months from the date of hire? Yes No 09 Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application? I have used tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application. I have not used tobacco products or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application. 10 To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous history. Did you account for the last ten (10) year period including all employment, periods of inactivity, school and/or retirement? Yes No Required Question