| Position: | Mechanic |
| Division: | Fleet Maintenance |
| Salary: | $43,958.91 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
Fleet Mechanic
Job Description
The Fleet Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting vehicles with mechanical problems to locate the cause of the malfunction. The employee will perform repairs and preventative maintenance on vehicles as required. The mechanic will repair the brakes, air conditioning system, diagnostic engine analysis, and module analysis. The mechanic will test vehicles after repairs to ensure proper and safe operations. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor
Requirements:
- Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED Diploma.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony.
- Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statement, perjury, or domestic violence.
- Preferred to have 2 of 8 ASE Automobile Technician certifications or at least two years of experience in the auto repair industry.
- Electrical wiring and troubleshooting experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills &Abilities:
- Must have good communications skills
- Must be able to work with tire changer/balancing equipment
- Must be self-motivated and goal orientated
- Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
Benefits
Insurance
Health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance for the member paid by the Sheriff’s Office to and subsidy given to help with family coverage.
Free Health Clinic
For all members and members of his/her family on the agency’s insurance plan (Ages 8 and older).
Free Prescriptions
Dispensed at the Health Clinic
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Members gain 16 hours of PTO each month.
Longevity Benefit
The Longevity Benefit awarded to members who have completed five (5) or more years of continuous service with the agency. Beginning with the 5th completed year of service, eight (8) additional hours are added to the member’s PTO balance for each year of service.
Example: A ten-year member receives 96 hours of PTO each year. An additional 48 hours of longevity pay is awarded and deposited into his/her PTO on the merit date.
Education Reimbursement
Members who attend an accredited college or university can receive compensation for completed classes. Members pursuing an undergraduate degree can receive $2,000 per fiscal year; the graduate degree can receive $3,000 per fiscal year.
OSCEOLA COUNTY SUPPORTS THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990. APPLICANTS WITH A DISABILITY MAY REQUEST REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS THROUGHOUT THE JOB APPLICATION PROCESS BY CALLING 407-344-5240. REQUESTS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO THE JOB APPLICATION PROCESS MUST BE MADE FIVE(5) DAYS IN ADVANCE.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We encourage veterans, service members and their spouses and family members to apply for employment with this agency; applicants will receive preference and priority in hiring decisions.
