MAJOR DUTIES
- Fuels and lubricates solid waste vehicles and equipment on-site only.
- Reports any immediate repair work to the fleet coordinator.
- Maintains accurate fueling and vehicle odometer records.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
- Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of fueling heavy equipment.
- Knowledge of the operating characteristics of a wide variety of heavy-duty equipment and components.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in a workplace.
- Knowledge of the principles of gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel engines.
- Skill in the operation of job-related tools and equipment.
- 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 of the results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include policies and standard operating procedures while performing vehicle and equipment fueling and lubricating.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
- The work consists of related mechanical fueling and lubrication duties.
- The wide variety of equipment to be maintained contributes to the complexity of the position.
- The purpose of this position is to fuel and lube solid waste vehicles and equipment and to accurately account for fuel dispensed.
CONTACTS
- Contacts are typically with co-workers, vendors, and other city employees.
- Contacts are typically to give or exchange information; resolve problems; and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The work is typically performed while standing, stooping, or walking.
- The employee occasionally lifts light objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a low degree of dexterity.
- The work is typically performed outdoors.
- The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, and occasional hot or inclement weather.
- The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.
None.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
- Possession of a valid State of Arizona driver's license (Class C) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in compliance with City Risk and Safety Control Guidelines.
- Completion of the City of Glendale safety training within six (6) months of employment.
- Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
- Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.