Lexington-Fayette Metro KY Lexington , KY 40598
Posted 5 days ago
SALARY
The minimum salary is $27.949 per hour
This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable.
Pay Grade 521
This position is eligible for Hazardous Duty Supplemental Pay ($90/month or $0.52/hour) and CDL pay ($1.08/hour) upon hire.
FILING DEADLINE DATE
The deadline to apply is Monday, September 23, 2024
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this classification to perform comprehensive maintenance and repairs on Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government's diverse fleet of heavy equipment, motor vehicles, and related systems.
The Heavy Equipment Technician Senior is responsible for maintaining and repairing the department's fleet, which includes fire engines, ladder trucks, rescue vehicles, and other emergency apparatus. They perform a wide range of tasks, including preventative maintenance like oil changes, brake inspections, and fluid checks, ensuring that all vehicles remain in optimal working condition. When issues arise, they conduct emergency repairs to keep the fleet operational for emergency responses.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Four (4) years of related experience
Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs scheduled preventative maintenance as needed to maintain optimum performance
Perform safety inspections
Diagnoses and repairs all performance deficiencies
Mentors and trains technicians
Fabricates parts and components as needed to make repairs
Maintains records of work performed
Maintains inventory of parts and supplies
Performs related work as assigned
SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B with N Endorsement - Tank Vehicles
Must obtain Endorsement N - Tank Vehicles within the first six (6) months of employment
Three (3) certifications from the list approved by Lexington Fire Department Fleet Maintenance Bureau to include at least one (1) ASE Medium-Heavy Truck certificate (T1-T8) and at least one (1) Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certificate
ASE Certifications
T1 - Gasoline Engines
T2 - Diesel Engines
T3 - Drive Train
T4 - Brakes
T5 - Suspension & Steering
T6 - Electrical/ Electronic Systems
T7 - Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
T8 - Preventive Maintenance Inspection
G1 - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair
L2 - Diesel Engine Diagnostic Specialist
E1 - Truck Equipment Installation & Repair
E2 - Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation & Repair
E3 - Auxiliary Power Systems Installation & Repair
F2 - Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus
F3 - Fire Pumps and Accessories
F4 - Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems
F5 - Aerial Fire Apparatus
F6 - Allison Automatic Transmissions
F7 - Fire Apparatus Foam Systems
F8 - Hydraulic Systems
FA4 - Advanced Electrical Systems
E0 - Inspection, Maintenance, & Testing of Ambulances
E1 - Design & Performance Standards and Preventative Maintenance of Ambulances
E2 - Ambulance Electrical Systems
E3 - Ambulance Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Ventilation Systems
E4 - Ambulance Cab, Chassis, and Powertrain
Other Certifications
Any KYDOT or AWS welding certification (only one)
IFPS Fluid Power Mechanic
HOW TO APPLY
Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date.
RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application.
Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer.
CLOSING STATEMENT
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below:
Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/health-and-wellness-benefits
Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/index.php/paid-and-unpaid-time-benefits
Direct deposit is required of all employees.
The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information, call, e-mail, or visit:
Division of Human Resources
200 East Main St.
Lexington, KY 40507
Phone: (859) 258-3030
Website: lexingtonky.gov/jobs
E-mail: jobs@lexingtonky.gov
Lexington-Fayette Metro KY