Salary : $44,052.00 - $79,294.00 AnnuallyLocation : Hampton, VAJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 08352Department: FLEET SERVICESOpening Date: 11/05/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFunction Are you interested in jump starting your automotive career? Come join the City of Hampton's Fleet Services and make a difference in your community!We are currently hiring for heavy off-road technicians (day shift) and light shop technician positions (day and evening shifts). Please make note of your preference in the supplemental questions at the end of the application.Light Shop equipment examples: Police pursuit vehicles, light trucks, sedans, SUVSHeavy Off-Road Shop equipment examples: Dump trucks, construction equipment, earth moving equipment, UTVS, trailers, street sweepers, sewer cleanersThe purpose of the class is to perform complex work in the maintenance and repair on a variety of vehicles and equipment. The class works under general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks. Reports directly to the team lead for their designated shop.Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Vocational, technical or trade school training in automotive technology preferred.
- Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in the repair and maintenance for the class of vehicles in the shop you are assigned.
- Experience must have included preventative maintenance checks, computerized diagnostics, and complex electrical, mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
- Must be a Certified as a Motor Vehicle Inspector, licensed by the State of Virginia, or the ability to pass the requirements to obtain license within 120-days.
- Must obtain and maintain one (1) ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification for the class of equipment in your shop within one (1) year of employment.
- Must possess a State of Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or have the ability to obtain within 180 days of employment, if assigned to Heavy Off-Road Shop.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
- This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
- Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
Additional Requirements
- Must possess a complete set of automotive mechanic tools at all times while in this position.
- The incumbent may be considered essential personnel during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
Benefits OverviewThe following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:
- -Health insurance
- -Dental insurance
- -Vision insurance
- -Reimbursement accounts
- Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-###-####). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the
- Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-###-####. For more information, see the
- Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
- Other forms of leave include:
- Maternity Leave
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Care for Sick Parent Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Personal day (available every quarter)
The ten paid holidays each year include:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Employee's birthday
- A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company. Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-###-####). For more information, see the
- Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
- Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-###-####, 1-800-###-#### or
- Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature. Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
- Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
01 Have you graduated from high school or successfully completed a GED?
02 Do you have two (2) years of experience in the repair and maintenance for the class of vehicles (heavy off-road or light) you are applying for?
03 Do you possess a current Motor Vehicle Inspector certificate, licensed by the State of Virginia, or the ability to obtain within 120 days of employment?
04 Do you have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?This is a requirement for applicants applying for heavy off-road technician positions.
- I currently have a CDL Class A
- I have the ability to obtain a CDL Class A within 180 days of employment
- I do not have the ability to obtain a CDL Class A within 180 days of employment
05 I understand if I am selected for this position I must obtain and maintain one (1) ASE certification for the class of equipment in the shop I am assigned to within one (1) year of employment.
06 This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below: 07 I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.
08 I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
09 Which Fleet Technician position would you like to be considered for?
- heavy off-road technician (day shift)
- light shop technician (day shift)
- light shop technician (2nd shift)2nd shift schedule is as follows:Tuesday - Friday, 3pm-11:30pmSaturday, 8am-4:30pm
- I would be interested in any available Fleet Technician opening that I qualify for
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