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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice Feb. 2025 City of Port Townsend Job Description Fleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice Classification title: Apprentice Working title: Fleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice Department: Public Works - Fleet Union: Teamsters General Government FLSA status: Non-exempt Wage Classification: 7 Hours: 40 hours/week Effective date: Oct. 2023; Jan. 2024; Feb. 2025 Reports to: S/S/S Operations Manager; Fleet Crew Chief Civil Service: No JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision performs a variety of maintenance and repair work to vehicles and equipment. The City of Port Townsend strives to provide quality reliable services looking toward a sustainable future. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Employee shall meet all requirements of group A of the Core Competencies, and the tasks described in these select competencies are considered part of the essential functions for Fleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice.  Maintains reports and other documents pertaining to purchases, fleet maintenance and fuel software  Assists with maintaining inventory stock of vehicles and equipment parts  Maintenance and repair work on engines, transmissions, differentials and clutches, ignitions, carburetors, brakes, hydraulic lines, shock absorbers, fuel injection systems  Transport vehicles and equipment with truck and trailer to and from outside vendors  Maintain basic records including purchasing and work activities  May work with a variety of staff levels and departments to assist with special maintenance and repair projects  Assist with work in the field with street & wastewater collection crew to provide supplemental support including flagging, driving dump truck, and snow plowing CORE COMPETENCIES: Employee shall meet all requirements of group A for Fleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice. Other groups illustrate progression opportunities for job advancement in this division of Public Works. Group A Competencies  Works well in a team  Works well with the public Fleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice  Safety training  Supports the organization  Effective and efficient communication with team members, managers, and other departments, both verbally and in writing, using tact, patience and courtesy to convey instructions, provide feedback, receive feedback, and resolve issues  Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with diverse groups of people  Maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, peers, management and customers  Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, such as shifting priorities, unexpected challenges, or variations in the workload, while maintaining composure and effectiveness Group B Competencies (entry level – included to show skills needed for advancement)  Basic knowledge of hand tools required for vehicle maintenance  Ability to perform basic maintenance on both gas and diesel engines  Current flagging card  CDL Class A  After a minimum of 6 months of experience, be available to be added to the stand-by rotation calendar Group C Competencies (mechanical skills – included to show skills needed for advancement)  Ability to diagnose both gas and diesel concerns  Small engine diagnostics and repair  Ability to use current fleet management software system (iWorQ) for writing workorders, parts inventory, updating fuel pricing, programing fuel cards, fuel, and maintenance reports  Knowledge of required police equipment such as lighting, performance and safety parts required for repairs or upgrades  MIG welding, prepares and completes work on materials by welding, cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal  Ability to diagnose and repair advanced electrical systems by using manuals and diagnostic scan tool  ASE certifications in four of the nine automobile light truck certification tests (A1-A9) Group D Competencies (specific skills – included to show skills needed for advancement)  Ability to perform in-depth EV mechanical and electrical repairs on high voltage system  Ability to serve as a backup to the Crew Chief when not available  Demonstrates ability to share skills and train team members  Assists with purchasing and research for equipment and vehicle acquisition  Capable of performing special fabrication projects  Diesel engine specialist  Ability to rebuild gas and diesel engines  Ability to weld aluminum and perform TIG welding  Master ASE certification (only A1-A8 required for Master certification)  Heavy equipment diagnostics and repairs such as loaders, backhoes road graders and excavators  Ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic systems Fleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice  Metal fabrication design and build Group E Competencies (leadership skills – included to show skills needed for advancement)  Skilled in cost analysis and budget development  Schedules and coordinates work program for fleet division team  Assigns and coordinates work and provides needed resources to staff  Understands and implements the City’s purchasing policy and procedures manual  Ability to review operations and recommend improvements  Assists the Operations Manager, including recommending staffing, training, supervision, evaluations, and vacation scheduling of fleet division team  Oversees operational data to ensure proper and efficient function of the fleet division processes  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, regulatory agencies, and partner agencies such as Jefferson PUD, Jefferson County, etc.  Assist management in formulating written policies and procedures  Coordinate staff vacations to ensure coverage for fleet division operations  Coordinates with other City departments and Public Works divisions  Serves as a liaison to the management team  Performs 1:1 meetings with other team members  Inspects work performed by crew for compliance with standards  Provides mentoring and training to team members  Works with Operations Manager to develop annual budget and track each fund within the department budget over the year  Ability to communicate technical elements of the work with the public.  Provides manager with recommendations and/or input regarding hiring and employee reviews  Highly effective in communication with team members, public, management, and peers  Demonstrates assertive management skills in fairly addressing issues with peers, the public, management, and other City employees  Ability to lead, motivate, and inspire crew members to achieve performance goals and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency  Understands and responds to the needs and concerns of team members, demonstrating consideration for their perspectives, experiences and well-being  Skilled in resolving conflicts or disagreements that may arise among team members and customers, using diplomacy, and productive problem-solving techniques  Efficiently manages time and resources to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and optimize productivity, while ensuring the safety and quality of work performed by the crew  Assists in the development of and/or maintains a preventative maintenance program  Assists in the development of and/or maintains a capital replacement program  Maintains reports and other documents pertaining to purchases, contracted services, and other operational needs  Operates various computer programs regularly including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Work management software Fleet Maintenance Worker Apprentice QUALIFICATIONS: Required  High school diploma or GED  Valid WA State driver’s license and ability to maintain a driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier  Valid First Aid and CPR card or must obtain within 1 year in position  Traffic Control Flagger certification or must obtain within 6 months in position Preferred:  Current flaggers card  Current First Aid/CPR certification  Commercial Driver’s License Class A endorsements or must obtain one within one year in this position  Experience working in the automotive maintenance and repair field WORKING CONDITIONS This position requires being onsite working indoors in a repair facility and in the field primarily in the outdoors during all types of weather; repeated walking, bending, stooping and lifting; the ability to occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.; vision and hearing at level required to perform essential functions (may be corrected); and a full range of motor skills. This position may require working in confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Port Townsend is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City employs, retains, promotes, disciplines and otherwise treats all employees and job applicants strictly on the basis of job- related qualifications and competence. These policies and all employment practices shall be applied without regard to any individual's sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation (including gender identity), pregnancy, age, marital status, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee occupying the position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisors. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and the employee and is subject to change as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.