Fleet Maintenance Technician

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Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

Join Our Team as a Fleet Maintenance Technician!

Are you passionate about keeping vehicles and equipment in top shape?  Do you take pride in knowing your work keeps and entire city moving?  Join our dynamic team as a Fleet Maintenance Technician! At the City of Olathe, we're all about keeping the wheels turning and the engines humming. We pride ourselves on maintaining a top-notch fleet that powers our operations and delivers excellence. Our Fleet Services Team is consistently listed in the top 100 of fleet organizations nationally! If you're a hands-on professional with a flair for diagnostics and a passion for precision, you could be the perfect fit for our team!

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Play a vital role in ensuring safe and reliable vehicles for essential city operations, including public safety, public works, and more.
• Advance Your Career: Access professional development opportunities, certifications, and training to grow your skills and career.
• Achieve Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable schedule and comprehensive benefits that support your priorities both on and off the clock.
• Be Part of a Team-Oriented Culture: Join a supportive team that values collaboration, safety, and mutual respect.
• We invest in you! The city provides all tools, toolboxes, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needed to be successful.

What You’ll Do

• Perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on a diverse fleet of city vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain detailed service records to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Assist with emergency repairs to keep essential city services running smoothly.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in vehicle or equipment maintenance.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and repair techniques.
• A dedication to safety, quality workmanship, and excellent customer service.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Candidates may qualify at either level listed below. 

Fleet Maintenance Technician I (Entry-level)

• Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of two years of training and/or experience in automotive and equipment maintenance and repair is required.  Hydraulic experience preferred.
• Required Certifications:
  • Air conditioning recovery and recycling certification.

• Pay Range: Starting at $21.75, up to $28.90, depending on qualifications.

Fleet Maintenance Technician II

• Preferred Qualifications:Minimum of three years of training and/or experience in automotive and equipment maintenance and repair is required.  Hydraulic experience preferred.
• Required Certifications:
  • EVT F1 or F2 and ASE Brakes, ASE suspension, ASE of your choice.
  • Air conditioning recovery and recycling certification.

• Pay Range: Starting at $23.75, up to $31.79, depending on qualifications.

Fleet Maintenance Technician III

• Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of six years of training and/or experience in automotive and equipment maintenance and repair is required.  Hydraulic experience preferred.
• Required Certifications:
  • Air conditioning refrigerant recovery and recycling certification.
  • A combination of three ASE certifications is required, including:
  • Mandatory: Brakes and suspension.
  • Optional:
    • Heavy equipment: F1 or F2 plus F3 and F4
    • Light equipment: F1 or F2, plus L1 and ASE electrical. 

• Pay Range: Starting at $25.50, up to $34.97, depending on qualifications.

Fleet Maintenance Technician IV

• Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of ten years of training and/or experience in automotive and equipment maintenance and repair is required.  Hydraulic experience preferred.
• Required Certifications:
  • Air conditioning refrigerant recovery and recycling certification.
  • ASE Master Mechanic certification.
  • Additional Requirements:
  • Light Equipment: EVT L1 certification
  • Heavy Equipment: All EVT training

• Pay Range: Starting at