About Our Job

What We Offer

We are offering a hiring bonus of $5,000 to new employees hired from this recruitment. The details of the bonus will be discussed at interview and/or offer. Note: The hiring bonus will not be applicable to City and County of Denver employees who are currently employed with the city or who have been separated from the city for fewer than 6 months.

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $28.00-$32.00. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 457B Retirement Plan

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location

This position will be based either at Roslyn (5440 Roslyn St., Denver, CO 80216) or Central Platte (1271 W. Bayaud Ave., Denver, CO 80223). The shifts available are 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM or 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM. Both the shift timing and location will be determined and discussed during the hiring process. There is a 7% pay increase for the later shift!

What You’ll Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services.

For more information, please visit the DOTI website .

DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:

• DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.

• DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

Fleet Management looks after 2,400+ vehicles and equipment, aiming to keep 96% or more city vehicles available. The team oversees vehicle use, maintenance expenses, replacements, new vehicle purchases, heavy equipment, and fuel contracts for Denver's City and County vehicles.

The Fleet Management team is seeking new members for the role of Fleet Technician I. This role offers a fantastic entry point for those seeking mentorship and a pathway to advance as a Fleet Technician. As a part of this role, you will work on repairing, inspecting, and maintaining light, medium, and/or heavy fleet vehicles and equipment. You'll have the chance to work with various fuel technologies, such as gasoline, diesel, electric, CNG, and other alternatives, and benefit from all the latest diagnostic tools and manufacturer training!

Specifically, as a Fleet Technician I you will:

• Inspect equipment brought to shop for structural integrity and other potential safety and maintenance problems

• Repair or replace worn parts not requiring major mechanical work. Identify and report to supervisor any major problems requiring mechanical attention

• Inspect primary and auxiliary operating systems for loose and worn parts, hydraulic systems for faulty cylinders, hoses, or fittings, and air systems

• Remove, repair, and replace wheels and tires on equipment

• Respond to emergency road service on tires, tubes, and wheels of specialized and heavy-duty automotive equipment, utilizing hydraulic jacks and lifts

• Remove and replace sealed beam lighting units, light bulbs, light bars, and fuses

• Operate all types of vehicles and equipment to servicing and storage area

• Wash and steam clean equipment and clean work area

• Participate in snow removal duties as assignments

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.

• Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience in the maintenance of gasoline, diesel, and/or alternative/hybrid powered equipment or one year of experience in the repair of tires, tubes, wheels, hydraulic brakes, air brakes, and/or parking brake systems in an automotive repair shop or fleet department.

• Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

• Licensure: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application

• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

We supply safety steel-toed boots and uniforms. To begin, you'll need to bring your own tools. Upon completing one year of employment, you'll be eligible for a $1,000 tool allowance. Recent graduates are welcome to apply!

Ap plication Deadline

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CJ3075 Fleet Technician I

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$25.57 - $38.36

Starting Pay

Although the full salary range is listed, the target salary range is $28.00-$32.00.

Agency

Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

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