Automotive Heavy Equipment Technician I-II (Depending on Qualifications and Experience) City of Chesapeake

• 3.5 Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time $46,074
• $67,379 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications ASE Certification Automotive repair Heavy equipment operation Garbage truck CDL A Mid-level CDL High school diploma or GED Driver's License IDS 1 year Automotive diagnostics Full Job Description Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Automotive Heavy Equipment Technician I-II (Depending on Qualifications and Experience) Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 2 Department

GARAGE/FLEET

Division

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

Requisition Number 2025029 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule Monday to Friday, Multiple Shifts. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs. This is an Alpha position and employees may be required to work in the event of City-wide emergencies such as storms, natural disasters and snow events. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA (Central Fleet Garage) Position Driving Requirement R

• Routine Pay Grade N/A Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary Based on qualifications. ATI $46,074
• $61,048 ATII $50,852
• $67,379 Full time positions that require a CDL qualify for a $4000 annual CDL stipend in addition to their regular pay Job Description Automotive Heavy Equipment Technician (Mechanic) I-II Day Shift (Depending on Qualifications and Experience) Do you want to join a team-oriented organization with great employees and one that offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, a robust retirement plan, flexible work hours, tool allowance, and 14 paid holidays a year?

Look no further! The City of Chesapeake is an employer who values and empowers its employees and understands work-life balance. We are seeking highly motivated and experienced Automotive Heavy Equipment and Diesel Technicians (Mechanics) to join our award-winning team. The successful Auto Technician (Mechanic) candidates will perform repairs, routine maintenance, and statutory inspections to the City's diverse fleet of heavy vehicles, construction equipment and or fire apparatus. Class A CDL training is provided by the City at no cost to employees. The twenty-hour mandatory behind the wheel time is conducted while on the clock…get paid to train! Vehicles for DMV road testing are also provided. Auto Technicians (Mechanics) are needed for the current facility at 956 Greenbrier Pkwy heavy equipment and fire shops. If you have the passion, enthusiasm, and skills we're looking for, apply NOW and join the City that CARES! (Courteous, Attentive, Responsive, Empowered, Stewardship). Duties include but are not limited to the following: Inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel-powered trucks and construction equipment. Inspect, diagnose and repair Compressed Natural Gas fuel systems on garbage trucks. Perform preventive maintenance on heavy trucks and construction equipment. Perform routine maintenance such as building up, repairing, and changing tires. Perform major repairs such as engine overhaul, transmission repair, service and repair of hydraulic systems and complex sub-assemblies of heavy trucks and equipment. May perform vehicle modifications such as installing or removing special equipment, or other modifications. Perform Virginia safety inspections. Perform post-accident and annual CNG safety inspections. Perform shop or area maintenance such as general clean up around both the interior and exterior of the shop and property. Prepare documentation such as work order notes, repairs completed, parts used, repair cost, and other information. Provide advice, training and assistance to vehicle or equipment operators as necessary. Perform other related duties as assigned. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks. #Mechanic, #Automotive Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

: For Automotive Technician I, 10th grade in high school is required. Automotive Technician II and III require a high school diploma or GED/HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to the satisfactory completion of one year of college education in automotive mechanics, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of:

Automotive Technician I:

One year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Automotive Technician II:

Two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

: Requires a valid driver's license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards . Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL and ASE Certification within the probationary period. Virginia State Inspector License within probationary period.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Cummins Insite, Ford IDS, Allison and Bendix diagnostic software Experience with Hydraulic Systems Experience with Trash Truck bodies Experience with Compressed Natural Gas and other alternative fuels is a plus Experience with Fire and EMS Apparatus is a plus ASE certification is a big plus Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 01/14/2025 Job Close Date 01/28/2025 Open Continuous Special Instructions to Applicants Depending on qualifications and experience, you may be selected for either a Technician I or II. In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium

• Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Physical Demands C = Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Standing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Sitting Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Walking Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Lifting Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Crouching Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Crawling Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Bending Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Twisting Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Climbing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Balancing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Vision Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Forklifts, overhead hoist systems, tire machines and balancers, hydraulic presses, torque multipliers, impact guns and air hammers, wheel and hub installers / jacks. Protective Equipment Required Hearing and Eye protection (Provided) Tyvek suits (Occasionally, provided) Steel Toe shoes (Shoe Allowance Provided) Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards S = Seasonally Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures D = Daily Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity D = Daily Darkness or Poor Lighting D = Daily Primary Work Location Shop Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously

• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Time Pressures Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) No Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4