Fleet Service Technician I, II (AA-221-26E) Various

Job Description:

Fleet Service Technician I, II (AA-221-26E) Various

Description

JOB POSTING

NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY
FOR DISTRICTS' EMPLOYEES ONLY
POSTING #AA-221-26E

FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN I, II

LOCATION : SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, FLEET MANAGEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION SECTION, VARIOUS

NOTES:

• The current vacancy is at Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility
  
• The list of eligible candidates resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that may occur at Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility, Calabasas Landfill or Scholl Canyon Landfill (Glendale)
  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform a variety of routine maintenance tasks related to vehicles, heavy equipment, and support equipment (Fleet Assets).

JOB SUMMARY:
The major job responsibilities are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description .

Under the general supervision of a Fleet and Facilities Equipment Supervisor, the incumbent will:

• Refuel, service, and maintain fleet assets
• Change fluids, lubricants, and filters
• Adjust tracks, belts, brakes, and chains
• Remove and install ground engaging tools
• Remove and install tires
• Provide roadside service to fleet vehicles
• Perform basic repair tasks on fleet assets
• Install decals
• Assist mechanics in technical diagnostic and repair work
• Maintain an inventory of servicing supplies and equipment parts
• Create work orders and update work order records in a computerized maintenance management system
• Schedule and coordinate major services
• Drive off-site to perform various tasks including picking up parts

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess all of the following:

• A valid California Class C driver license; AND
  

For FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN I:

• One (1) year of progressively responsible experience servicing and maintaining a variety of vehicles or heavy equipment; OR completion of one (1) year of a two-year trade school in diesel mechanic technology, heavy equipment technology, or a closely related program may be considered in lieu of the required experience.
  

For FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN II:

• One (1) year working as an Fleet Service Technician I for the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County.

EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

For BOTH LEVELS , the competitive selection process may cover:

Knowledge of:

• Service and maintenance requirements of a variety of construction and utility equipment
  
• Hazards and safe work practices related to the work environment
  
• Functions and operating requirements of equipment
  
• Service and maintenance requirements of a variety of vehicular and heavy equipment tires and wheels
  

Ability to:

• Understand and implement written servicing instructions
  
• Operate a variety of construction and utility equipment
  
• Service heavy equipment
  
• Track oil and fuel use
  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION PROCESS:

• All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
• The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 30% and an interview weighted at 70%.
• Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
• The written test is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026.
• The interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of October 19, 2026.
  
  

Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add [email protected] to your contact list.

NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a reference check, background check, DMV report, pre-employment physical and drug test.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources .

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Antonio Archuleta at [email protected] .

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.

RETIREMENT

• CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered “classic” members. For “classic” members, the Districts pay the “employee share.” Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.

• DEFERRED COMP MATCH: For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.

COMPENSATION

Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.

HEALTH INSURANCE

• MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2026, the Districts contribute $2,417.99 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.

• DENTAL: Districts paid. Employees can choose from prepaid and indemnity dental plans. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage. The indemnity dental plan will has an annual in network maximum of $1,750, and an out of network maximum of $1,000.

• VISION: Employee paid.

• LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.

LEAVE TIME

• VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.

• SICK LEAVE : Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.

• PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.

• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.

HOLIDAYS
13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT
For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS

• A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
• Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
• Clear policies and procedures.
• Health and safety programs.
• Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.

More detailed benefits information can be found here: Districts Benefits

NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Updated January 2, 2026

Closing Date/Time: 10/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$65,916.00 - $91,260.00 Annually