Fleet Technician

Benefits: Flexible schedule Training & development CALIFORNIA PATROL OPERATIONS FLEET California Patrol Operations is a private security company that currently holds many contracts from property management to business owners, to big public contracts like both Florin Road and Stockton Boulevard partnerships, and more. We are rapidly growing and are seeking to hire a fleet manager to oversee and manage our growing number of patrol vehicles. NATURE OF WORK The Technician is responsible for advanced equipment installation procedures on public safety vehicles of all types. They need to be able to work independently, as well as part of a team. The objective of a Technician is to perform high-quality work within the allotted time for build or task assigned by their supervisor. The main schedule will be Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and possibly holidays as needed or on an emergency basis. The pay rate will mainly depend on experience and will be discussed during the interview. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Develops and implements performance objectives to achieve more efficient use of time, staff, and available resources; estimates the total cost of labor and materials required to monitor the effectiveness of performance objectives. Maintains computerized records of preventive maintenance schedules, and maintenance repair work performed. Creates and modifies computer files using standard spreadsheet or database technology. Orders necessary parts and equipment; maintains appropriate records and prepares reports concerning the overall operation of the service garage; prepares initial budget requests and monitors budget expenditures. Develops and implements a preventive maintenance program to reduce the total number of repairs; determines services to be contracted out to reduce time and costs. Performs any related work as required. NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Thorough knowledge of the various types of equipment and facilities necessary for maintaining and repairing a fleet of vehicles. Thorough knowledge of the construction, assembly, maintenance, and repair of automotive equipment. Ability to maintain computerized records of repairs, time, and parts utilized in the repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles and to use this information to project future trends, vehicle replacement cycles, and vehicle costs. Ability to create, maintain and modify computer spreadsheets, utilizing macro features to automate operation. Ability to prepare cost estimates of labor and materials required for repair of fleet vehicles. Ability to lift to 60 lbs. properly and safely. Ability to make basic electrical connections properly and safely within a vehicle. Ability to properly and safely loom and route all wires to minimize installation-related failures. Ability to perform basic vehicle fabrication properly and safely. Ability to use all hand tools properly and safely, power tools, air tools, and hydraulic tools required. Ability to use all 12-volt testing equipment properly and safely for diagnostic purposes. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to be able to professionally install, and properly wire light bars, radios, laptop stands, and other equipment as well as being able to remove them. Knowledge of some DMV processes for vehicles DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from senior high school or equivalent supplemented by specialized vocational/technical school training in the field of automotive mechanics plus thorough experience at the mechanic level NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Must have a valid driver's license. Must have own tools. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and possibly holidays as needed per emergencies.

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