Page 1 of 5 OPEN DATE: 02/04/15 CLOSE DATE: 02/22/15 DAKOTA COUNTY Employee Relations Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55 Hastings, MN 55033-2372 651.438.4435 http://www.dakotacounty.us INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Fleet Technician An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY Salary: See Position Description POSITION FLEET TECHNICIAN - Job # 2437.15.001 POSTING TYPE: External DEPARTMENT: Fleet Management HOURS: Full-time PREFERRED HIRING RANGE: $39,605-44,555/annually (Salary Grade 105) LOCATION: Empire Transportation Facility UNION: n-union CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2015 The Fleet Technician position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing and servicing complex mechanical, electronic, air, hydraulic and computer systems in County vehicles and equipment to ensure their safe and proper operation. Work is performed under direct supervision of the Fleet Supervisor and is evaluated on repair efficiency and procedure application. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Associate's Degree or Two year technical/trade school certification in the field of fleet maintenance and repair AND One year experience as a heavy equipment technician, auto OR An equivalent combination of education and experience to total three years. Required License: Valid Driver's License Within 6 months of hire the incumbent MUST obtain: A valid Commercial Vehicle Drivers License, Class A with air brake and tanker endorsements. Obtain a Minnesota DOT Commercial Vehicle inspection certification number. Attend First Aide training class through the EDGE Program. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions. 1. Perform detailed preventive maintenance, repairs and procedures to enhance equipment and vehicle safety, operators' safety, value and productivity.

Page 2 of 5 Perform equipment failure diagnosis and repair. Changes fluids and filters by mileage, hours and times and checks machine system functions as provided by the preventive maintenance schedules. Conducts vehicle and equipment repairs to include engines, transmissions, rear axles, suspensions, hydraulics, cooling systems, brake systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, computer systems, air systems and controls. Documents and records all repairs, parts, labor costs, vehicle number or other required information related to the repair or maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Performs emergency field repairs to quickly get equipment back in operation or back to the shop for more permanent problem resolution. 2. Assist in pre-delivery and setup of new vehicles and equipment and any other modifications needed to improve safety, efficiency and productivity of the purchased units. 3. Perform welding and cutting procedures for repairs and fabrication projects from detailed instructions. 4. Maintain effective repair parts, lubrication oils and fuel inventories. Repair and adjust on all fuel islands at all County owned Facilities. Assist Fleet Supervisors and Fleet Specialist in maintaining the equipment parts inventory including purchasing and restocking shelves. 5. Provide technical assistance to county and non county staff involving county fleet operations. Test and operates all vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and proper operation. Perform required safety inspections on all vehicles, trucks and equipment. Keep abreast of changes to industry standards and repair procedures. Initiates communication with supervisor to discuss improvements in work procedures. Instructs county staff in the correct use of the fuel island systems. 6. Perform other duties as assigned by the Fleet Supervisor or the Fleet Manager. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties 1-5 are essential functions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Ability to effectively communicate and follow directions. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, companies and the general public. Ability to perform strenuous work on a daily basis requiring physical strength and coordination. Ability and skill to operate diagnostic and test equipment to determine the nature of equipment malfunction. Ability to operate all types of light and heavy equipment. Basic knowledge of operation principles of gasoline and diesel engines and of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, snow equipment and computer systems of all equipment used by all County and non-county customers. Skill in the use of electric, air and hand tools and computerized testing equipment. Ability to comprehend and make decisions based on written materials such as repair manuals, schematics, drawings and retain information presented in a structured lecture format. Skill in the use of welding and torching equipment including being able to select the correct thickness and types of materials. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Must be able to perform the following in a complex ever changing work environment, on a daily basis: bending, turning/twisting, kneeling, climbing, reaching out, grasping, manipulating fingers and lifting 50 to 75 pounds frequently and 75 to 100 pounds occasionally. Exposures may include, but are not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, dirt, oil, grease, solvents, fumes, noise and all hazards associated with an equipment repair shop. Equipment used but not limited to includes: hand tools, electric power tools, air tools, electronic testing equipment, welders, cutting torches, personal computer, personal safety equipment and any of a large list of light and heavy equipment. SELECTION PROCESS: The examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a rating of your training and experience from the application materials submitted. The top scoring

Page 3 of 5 candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration. Dakota County Employee Relations www.co.dakota.mn.us Main Number 651.438.4435 (contact 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday) APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND SUBMITTED ONLINE AT: http://www.dakotacounty.us OR Dakota County Employee Relations - Administration Center 1590 Highway 55 Hastings, MN 55033-2372 651.438.4435 EXAM #2437.15.001 FLEET TECHNICIAN SK Fleet Technician Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below. It is important that information provided on the application support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions. Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge. Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years. * 2. How do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position? Associate's Degree or Two year technical/trade school certification in the field of fleet maintenance and repair AND One year experience as a heavy equipment technician, auto Combination of education and experience to total three years. I do not qualify 3. If you selected combination of education and experience above, please describe how you qualify for this position. * 4. Please select the highest level of education completed or Degree held. (Degree must be held by the closing date of this recruitment) High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent Technical Certificate or Diploma equivalent to Technical Certification equivalent to Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree or higher * 5. Indicate your years of FULL-TIME work experience as a heavy equipment technician, auto 4 years 5+ years ne of the above * 6. Do you have a valid driver's license?

Page 4 of 5 * 7. Do you have a Valid Minnesota Commercial Vehicle Driver's License, Class A with air brake and tanker endorsement? * 8. Do you possess a Minnesota DOT Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certification? * 9. Do you have the ability to respond to Emergency Call Outs as needed? * 10. Do you have experience working on Fleet vehicles and equipment for a City, County or State agency? * 11. Do you have experience in new equipment and vehicle setups (installation of special systems and components)? * 12. Identify your areas of 6 months or more professional work experience with welding and fabrication. (Select all that apply) Oxygen acetylene torch set operation Wire feed welder operation Stick welder operation Welding and fabrication with aluminum Welding and fabrication with stainless steel ne of the above * 13. Indicate your years of work experience performing Preventative Maintenance and Repair on police systems (radars, strobe lights, siren, prisoner partitions, computer systems, etc.) Identify full complete years of experience, do not round up. This experience must be listed on your application. experience 2+ years * 14. Indicate your years of experience performing Preventive Maintenance, Repair and Equipment Diagnostic on sedans, SUV's and pickups. Identify full complete years of experience, do not round up. This experience must be listed on your application. experience 2+ years * 15. Indicate your years of work experience performing Preventive Maintenance and Repair on heavy equipment and trucks over one ton in size. Identify full complete years of experience, do not round up. This experience must be listed on your application. experience

Page 5 of 5 4+ Years * 16. Indicate your years of experience performing Small Equipment Maintenance and Repair (chainsaws, grass trimmers, lawn mowers, generators, etc.) Identify full complete years of experience, do not round up. This experience must be listed on your application. experience 4+ years * 17. Indicate your years of experience performing Preventive Maintenance and Repair on trailers. Identify full complete years of experience, do not round up. This experience must be listed on your application. experience 4+ years * 18. If selected for this position, what would be your minimum acceptable salary? * 19. Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources. Please select the one source that most closely describes how you first learned about this opportunity. Dakota County Website Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County Careerbuilder College Website, Instructor, Career Services JobsInMinneapolis/StPaul League of Minnesota Cities MN Association of Counties Minnesota Council of n-profits Minnesota Works Website Monster InDeed Social Media (LinkedIn, Mad Mimi) Job Fair or Dakota County Event Professional Association Website I am a former employee of Dakota County Referred by A Dakota County Employee Friend, Family or Colleague Other * Required Question