Job Description

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Employment Type

Full Time

Heavy Duty Fleet Maintenance Technician I–IV

The City of Olathe is seeking qualified candidates for Heavy Duty Fleet Maintenance Technician I–IV positions to help maintain the vehicles and equipment that support essential City services.

A $4,000 hiring bonusis available for eligible candidates.

Heavy Duty Fleet Maintenance Technicians perform skilled maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work on the City’s heavy-duty vehicles and specialized equipment. This position supports essential City operations by keeping fleet assets safe, reliable, and ready for service. Work includes preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, brake, steering, suspension, and drivetrain systems.

In municipal fleet maintenance, your work has a direct impact on essential City services every day. You are not just repairing vehicles and equipment—you are helping keep public works, utilities, emergency operations, and other city services operating safely and reliably for the community.

Positions may be filled at the I, II, III, or IV level based on the selected candidate’s experience, training, certifications, and demonstrated ability. While core duties are generally consistent across levels, the complexity of work, degree of independent judgment, and minimum qualifications increase with each level.

Technician Level Placement

Heavy Duty Fleet Maintenance Technician I
Pay Range:$21.75 - $28.90 per hour, depending on qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:0 to 2 years of related experience. High school diploma or GED required. Related vocational or technical training may substitute for some experience or be considered qualifying preparation.

Heavy Duty Fleet Maintenance Technician II
Pay Range:$23.75 - $31.79 per hour, depending on qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:2 to 4 years of related experience. High school diploma or GED required. Related vocational or technical training preferred.

Heavy Duty Fleet Maintenance Technician III
Pay Range:$25.50 - $34.97 per hour, depending on qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:4 to 6 years of related experience in fleet, diesel, automotive, or heavy equipment maintenance. High school diploma or GED required. Technical training and job-related certifications preferred.

Heavy Duty Fleet Maintenance Technician IV
Pay Range:$28.00 - $39.06 per hour, depending on qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:6 or more years of progressively responsible related experience, including complex diagnostics and repair work. High school diploma or GED required. Advanced technical training and certifications strongly preferred.

Placement within the technician level structure will be based on a combination of related experience, technical training, certifications, equivalent approved credentials, and demonstrated ability to perform the work at the expected level of independence.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications or other related industry certifications
• EVT certifications, if applicable to the assignment
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and electrical systems

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license with a favorable driving record
• Ability to obtain a Kansas Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment
• DOT medical certificate within the required timeframe
• Air conditioning and refrigerant recovery/recycling certification at hire or within a specified period, depending on assignment
• Additional licenses or certifications may be required based on assignment and must be obtained within a specified period as a condition of continued employment

Certifications and Equivalency

The City recognizes that candidates may demonstrate technical qualifications through a combination of relevant experience, formal education, trade school coursework, approved manufacturer or factory training, and industry certifications.

Equivalent credentials may be considered in place of certain preferred or required technical qualifications, as determined by the City.

EVT certifications may be preferred at the time of hire and, for certain assignments, may be required within 18 months of employment. Comparable or cross-credentialed certifications that demonstrate equivalent technical knowledge and skill may also be considered when evaluating candidate qualifications and technician-level placement.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

CDL Training

This position requires a Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements, along with a DOT medical certificate, within six months of employment. Employees in this role will participate in the city’s CDL Training Program. The city provides training resources and support to help employees prepare successfully.

Why Join the City of Olathe?

• Competitive benefits and retirement
• Paid leave and paid parental leave
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Modern tools and diagnostic equipment
• Work that directly supports the Olathe community

View our benefits to learn more about the City of Olathe’s comprehensive benefits package.

Hiring Bonus Eligibility

Bonus Payment Structure

• $1,000 after 30 days of active employment
• $1,000 after six months of active employment
• $2,000 after one year of continuous employment and after all required certifications identified in the offer letter have been obtained

Hiring bonus amounts are subject to budget availability, required approvals, and applicable City policy.

Candidates are not eligible for the hiring bonus if they are:

• Current City of Olathe employees transferring, promoting, demoting, or otherwise moving between City positions
• Temporary, seasonal, intern, or part-time employees, unless expressly approved
• Rehired former employees within 24 months of separation
• Individuals hired through staffing agencies or other third-party arrangements

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

The Fleet Maintenance Technician uses their technical expertise to perform complex skilled maintenance, diagnostics and repairs to automotive, light, and medium duty trucks, and a wide variety of equipment such as but not limited to tractors and lawn mowers to ensure the vehicles and equipment operate safely and efficiently. This position is part of a four-level career progression of Fleet Maintenance Technician I, II, III and IV.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes vehicle and equipment failures; determines causes, recommends and/or completes repair solutions including but not limited to engine, transmission, brake suspension, hydraulic and electric repairs using proper safety devices and procedures.

• Performs routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks to prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of vehicles and equipment.

• Performs equipment installation, fabrication, welding, and acetylene cutting for all types of vehicles and equipment.

• Responds to emergency repairs and service calls on vehicles and equipment including afterhours calls.

• Maintains accurate and detailed records; reports on repairs performed, equipment usage and condition.

Qualifications

Experience: A minimum of three years of training and/or experience in Automotive and Equipment Maintenance and repair is required. Hydraulic experience preferred.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent supplemented with course work in automotive technology is required. Trade school is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver’s license with favorable driving record is required. A class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement is required within 6 months of employment.

Environmental or Physical Demands: May encounter moderate noise levels from vehicles, equipment, instruments, or ventilation systems.