Fleet Apprentice

Hiring salary: $21.10/hour

The deadline to submit an application to this position is August 24, 2025. However, it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of applications is obtained.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT

Department Information: The Fleet division is seeking General Maintenance Apprentice interested in a training position to perform routine preventive maintenance, diagnostic and repair work on various types of automotive vehicles and equipment. Performing work on a variety of automotive, heavy vehicles/equipment and fire apparatus.

Open Apprentice Positions:

Light Apprentice Technician

Welding Apprentice Technician

This position is classified as VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), where the selected candidate will work an average of 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will be eligible to elect Medical Benefits as well as accrue paid time off and receive 11 paid holidays.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train in performing preventative maintenance on City automotive vehicle/equipment
  fleet
• Train in the diagnostic procedures on hydraulic, electronic and mechanical systems
• Train in the routine maintenance on automotive operating systems and scheduled
  services
• Train in basic reports related to the maintenance function
• Train in the storage and handling of hazardous materials in accordance with EPA and City standards
• Train in a variety of maintenance tasks including washing and steam cleaning equipment
• Train in maintaining fluid levels in a diverse fleet of vehicles
• Train in tire replacement, maintenance and repair
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: 

• High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred vocational training in automotive service

Experience: 

• At least 6 months experience servicing automotive vehicles

Licenses and Certifications Required: 

• Colorado driver's license with a good driving history

Knowledge:

• Automotive equipment maintenance
• Maintenance and repair tools and equipment
• Applicable safety practices and procedures.

Skills: 

• Use of tools and equipment used in the performance of the assigned tasks

Abilities: 

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Accurately follow verbal and written instructions
• Correctly maintain and repair assigned vehicles or equipment
• Meet service deadlines
• Keep records relating to the maintenance function
• Lift 50 pounds repetitively

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Heavy physical work requiring the ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds without assistance or 100 pound with assistance
• Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Regular walking and standing
• Frequent performance of activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing and crawling
• Vision to read written instructions and equipment/vehicle gauges
• Eye/hand/foot coordination to operate motor vehicles
• Hearing/listening for warning signs and troubleshooting
• Speech communication to give technical information and instructions

Work Environment:

• Works in an automotive shop/yard environment
• Frequent time spent outdoors in all types of weather conditions
• Regular exposure to dust, noise, fumes and chemicals

Equipment Used:

• Standard business and professional tools and equipment including computers and
  diagnostic equipment with applicable software applications
• Drives equipment and vehicles in and out of shop