Fleet Technician I (Automobile Equipment)

Fleet Technician I (Automobile Equipment)

Salary

$20.73 - $33.15 Hourly

Location

126 N. St. Andrews Street, Dothan, AL

Job Type

FULL TIME

Job Number

5211-26-04AE

Department

General Services

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

6/29/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

After successful completion of training and satisfactory work performance, along with obtaining four (4) ASE Technician Certifications in either Cars & Light Trucks OR Medium Heavy Trucks, an incumbent may progress to a Fleet Technician II ($24.04 - $38.44) after three (3) years current and continuous service as a Fleet Technician I.*

This position is responsible for the mechanical repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday from 7AM - 3PM or 3 PM to 11 PM

Major Duties

• Performs engine, exhaust, electrical, brake, hydraulic, HVAC, transmission, and other system repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance functions, including checking the condition of and operation of batteries, fluids, tires, lights, transmissions, exhaust systems, brakes, etc.
• Performs a variety of engine diagnostic procedures.
• Performs emergency roadside repairs on vehicles as required; troubleshoots vehicle/equipment failures at job sites; operates a wrecker to transport vehicles for repairs.
• Completes required paperwork related to work orders.
• Maintains shop equipment and assigned tools.
• Delivers vehicles and equipment to the dealer for repairs.
• Maintains the shop and performs housekeeping duties.
• Installs specialized equipment on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of work safety principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related diagnostic software.
• Skill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the diagnosis and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in prioritizing multiple job workloads.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Fleet Maintenance Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot- checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include manufacturer maintenance and repair manuals, work safety guidelines, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair duties. The variety of equipment to be maintained contributes to the complexity of the work.
• The purpose of this position is to participate in the repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of safe and well-maintained vehicles for a variety of city operations.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city personnel, dealers, and vendors.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in a garage, stockroom, and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, landfill environment, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from standard senior high school or GED, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and

• Two (2) years recent experience as a mechanic (maintenance/repair of automotive vehicles - light to medium; gas and diesel powered and minor automatic transmission repair including Ford, GM, and Chrysler).

Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer

Must complete and accept Condition of Employment and Certification of Understanding & CDL Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer Form. (See Condition for details.)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must furnish own hand tools for mechanic trade.

• An employee in this position is required to participate in after-hour standby duty to include holidays and weekends.

• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined by the City of Dothan. Must be regularly available and willing to work at least 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, or such other hours per day or hours per week as the City determines whether it is necessary or desirable to meet its operational needs. Must be available and willing to work such overtime per day or per week as the City determines is necessary or desirable to meet its operational needs.

• Valid operator's driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01)

• Employees are required to obtain a Class A Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of date of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer to this position. (See condition for details.)

• In an emergency and/or standby situation, an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification. (Sec. 2-30.(2) / PBA 1/9/95). The requirement must be met within six (6) months of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer.

• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.

• Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and ransom tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12)

• Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standards, which include drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 60% of the final grade. The written exam will comprise the other 40% of the final grade.

The written examination is scheduled for July 13, 2026. If you meet the minimum qualifications, an email notification inviting you to self-schedule the written exam will go out at a later date. You MUST self-schedule your slot or you will not be allowed to test.

The content areas of the written examination, for the position of Fleet Technician I (Automobile Technician), includes the following:

Engine Powertrain Systems

Heating and Cooling Systems

Electrical Systems

Fuel Delivery Systems

Wheels, Brakes, Steering and Suspension Systems

Tools and Equipment

Safe Work Practices

You will be allowed two (2) hours and fifteen (15) minutes to complete the written exam. Once the written exam begins, you will not be allowed to leave the room until you have finished.

NOTE: An applicant on vacation is responsible for attending the examination on the date scheduled. An applicant falling under federally protected leave (i.e., FMLA, USERRA) is responsible for notifying the Personnel Department in writing no later than the closing date by emailing jobs@dothan.org.

Please advise us at the time of application if you will need assistance and or accommodation to take this examination by emailing jobs@dothan.org.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Dothan provides a diverse package of benefit programs:

• Vacation: 12 Vacation Days per calendar year

• Holidays: 12 Paid Holidays per calendar year

• Medical and Dental Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. Rates vary based on coverage selected

• Retirement Plan: Administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

• Life Insurance: Administered through Unum Life. No cost for eligible employees

• Military Leave: up to 21 working days per calendar year with Military Orders

• Direct Deposit: Employees may elect to have their payroll check deposited directly into their bank account

• Employee Health Clinic: Industrial Nurse on duty for work related injuries and minor illnesses

Other benefits include: Cafeteria plan, Credit Union, Deferred Compensation plans, Employee Assistance Program, Physical Fitness Program, Jury Duty Leave and more.....

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

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Supplemental Questions: This information will be used to determine your placement on the employment register and if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting. Therefore, please give detailed descriptions of your job duties. You must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of the application and the Supplemental Questions. Answer all questions as accurately and with as much detail as possible. Some questions request an explanation to support a "yes" answer. Your explanation should contain experience, education, etc., to show that you do possess whatever skill, knowledge or experience being addressed in the question. Employment and volunteer experiences used to answer any of the questions below must be listed on your application. If you use military experience to meet the experience requirements, do not give dates of your entire tour of duty, rather, you should indicate on your employment application, the month and year you began performing these duties and the month and year you stopped.

• I have read and understand the above statement and will submit any required verification or supporting documents by the closing date of this advertisement.

02

Which best describes your highest completed level of education? Your education MUST be listed in the education section of your application in order to receive credit.

• None
• High School Diploma / GED
• Technical certificate / Diploma (Trade School / Technical college)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

03

Check the appropriate field of study for your degree.

• Automotive Technology
• Other - Closely Related
• Other - Non Related
• No degree

04

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience as a mechanic in the maintenance and repair of minor automotive vehicles - light to medium; gas and diesel powered.

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• 15 - 19.9 years
• More than 20 years

05

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #4. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

06

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #4. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

07

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience as a mechanic in the maintenance and repair of minor automatic transmissions to include Ford, GM, and Chrysler?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• 15 - 19.9 years
• More than 20 years

08

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #7. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

09

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #7. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. Do NOT list "See Resume."

10

Which of the following do you have recent (within the past 5 years) work experience? (Check all that apply.)

• Diagnosing problems or recurring malfunctions of vehicles and equipment
• Electrical system repairs
• Hydraulic system repairs, to include pressure testing, rebuilding cylinders, pumps, and diagnosis
• Leading and training less skilled technicians
• Performing maintenance, repairs, and re-modifications to various types of vehicles and/or equipment
• Removing, repairing, or replacing all or part of automatic and manual transmissions
• Using techinical diagnostic machines and laptops in determining vehicle failures
• None of the above

11

Check each of the following equipment you have recent (within the past 5 years) work experience. (Check all that apply.)

• Hydraulic Lift
• Welding Equipment
• Scanner Equipment
• Various Guages and Testing Equipment
• Wrecker/Roll Back
• Laptop and desktop computer
• Hand Tools
• Pneumatic Tools
• None of the above

12

Do you have a current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification? In order to receive credit, you must submit a current copy of your certification(s) by the closing date of this advertisement. You may fax it to (334) 615-3189, submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N St. Andrews Street, Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to jobs@dothan.org.

• Yes
• No

13

This position requires a written exam that will be administered July 13, 2026. If you meet the qualifications, you will be emailed an invitation to self schedule for the written exam. You MUST self-schedule in order to take the written exam.

• I understand and I will self-schedule on-line in order to take the written exam for this position
• I will not self-schedule therefore I will not be allowed to test and no longer considered for this position

14

Do you have a valid operator drivers license and an acceptable driving record?

Click here to view the City of Dothans Motor Vehicle Policy.

• Yes
• No

15

Do you currently possess a State of Alabama issued CDL?

• Yes
• No

16

If yes, please indicate which Class of CDL you possess. If no, please indicate by "N/A"

• Class A
• Class B
• Class C
• N/A

17

Do you possess a State issued CDL other than Alabama?

• Yes
• No

18

If yes, please indicate which State, Class, and expiration date. If no, please list "N/A". Ex. GA 1234567; Class E; 10-05-2010

19

This is to certify that I have read and understand the Certification of Understanding & CDL Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer Form for this position with the City of Dothan, Alabama.

Click here to view form.

Failure to check "I Agree/Understand" discontinues the application process. (A signed form will be requested at time of hire, promotion, transfer or demotion.)

• I Agree/Understand
• I Disagree

20

This is to certify that I have read and understand the Certification of Understanding for this position with the City of Dothan, Alabama.

Click here to view form.

Failure to check "I Agree/Understand" discontinues the application process. (A signed form will be requested at time of hire, promotion, transfer or demotion.)

• I Agree/Understand
• I Disagree

21

An employee in this position is required to furnish their own hand tools for the mechanic trade. Can you furnish your own hand tools?

• Yes
• No

22

An employee in this position is required to participate in after-hours standby duty, to include holidays and weekends. Are you willing and able to be on-call for standby duty?

• Yes
• No

23

In an emergency and/or standby situation, an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification. (Sec. 2-30. (2) / PBA 1/9/95) This requirement must be met within six (6) months of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. Are you willing to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

24

This is to certify that I have read and understand the Certification of Understanding & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Transfer Form for this position with the City of Dothan, Alabama.

Click here to view form.

Failure to check "I Agree/Understand" discontinues the application process. (A signed form will be requested at time of hire, promotion, transfer or demotion.)

• I Agree/Understand
• I Disagree

25

This position may work Monday - Friday from 7AM - 3PM or 3 PM - 11 PM. Are you willing to work these schedules?

• Yes
• No

26

I understand that once my application has been submitted for this specific position that I WILL NOT be able to make any changes to it. Any changes to my master application will only be reflected in any future positions for which I may apply. Should I desire to have updated information included for this specific position I should contact the Personnel/Human Resources office at (334) 615-3180 for assistance.

• Yes, I Understand

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Note: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete employment information to include the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental questionnaire.

• I understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or receiving a lower examination score.

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Employer City of Dothan

Address 126 North Saint Andrews Street

Room 116

Dothan, Alabama, 36303

Phone 334.615.3180

Website http://www.dothan.org