City of Tampa

Solid Waste Vehicle Inspection Technician (#382010) 019

$21.91-$31.12 Hourly / $3,797.73-$5,394.13 Monthly / $45,572.80-$64,729.60 Yearly

Introduction

This is semi-skilled automotive servicing and maintenance work. Bargaining unit position.

Nature Of Work

An employee in this class is responsible for performing tasks of average difficulty involving inspecting and maintenance of automotive equipment. In addition, the employee must observe and report any defects discovered in such equipment. Employees might be required to work under hazardous conditions, varying weather conditions and at night and on weekends. Under general supervision, employees are required to exercise some initiative and independent judgment. Work is reviewed through periodic observation in progress and results obtained upon completion.

Examples of Duties

Inspect tires for visual damage, defects, or excessive wear; checks air pressure and inflates or deflates to correct pressure; balances and rotates tires; road checks vehicles after tire repair work is completed; oils and cleans tire repair equipment.

Performs lubrication of such vehicles as heavy trucks, pay loaders, grapple trucks, garbage packers, tractor trailers, light duty sedans, pickup trucks, dump bodies, and front loaders; observes equipment for leaks or defects in such areas as hydraulic lines, cylinders, pumps, transmissions, and universal joints. 

Services and maintains automotive equipment; changes or cleans filters, batteries, drain plugs, oil, grease fittings, and accessory units; fuels vehicles; checks vehicle fluid levels and adds fluid as required; inspects vehicle charging stations for safe operation and performance; reports mechanical problems to supervisor. 

Washes, cleans, and waxes automotive equipment; cleans gas islands, parking lots, and working areas. Makes service calls on automotive equipment in the field; drives or arranges for transport of vehicles to repair shop; assists mechanics by performing minor automotive repair tasks. 

Operates light mechanical equipment such as drill press, bench grinder; operates light automotive equipment such as sedans and pickup trucks; fuels cars and trucks so vehicles are ready for operation. 
 
Receives and issues equipment and automotive supplies; maintains records of odometer readings, equipment, and supplies on hand, and expendable materials used; maintains tools and equipment. 

Accurately records inspections performed using electronic device and submits to the Departmental Vehicle & Equipment Coordinator. 

Performs quick maintenance as needed, repairs deficiencies found during inspections and works with or as directed by senior staff. 

Performs diagnostic and maintenance of automated truck wash system as required. 

Performs custodial tasks including mopping, dusting, waxing, picking up litter, and emptying waste receptacles to keep facility clean. 

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of: standard methods, safety procedures, practices, tools, and equipment employed in automotive servicing, maintenance, and inspections; and heavy equipment lubrication, where required.

Ability to: comply with oral and written instructions; read and understand automotive service manuals; maintain simple records; perform work requiring physical strength and endurance and work outdoors and inclement weather; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and the public. 

Skill in: use and care of tools and equipment employed in automotive servicing, maintenance, and minor repair work.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 40-60 lbs., mostly standing and a combination of working indoors and outdoors. Requires some use of computer, typing and viewing a monitor.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of high school or GED equivalent and six (6) months experience in automotive servicing, maintenance, and minor repair work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Licenses or Certifications

Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license.

Examination

Evaluation of education and experience. Drug testing is included in all pre-employment processing.

CLASS: 382010; EST: 8/28/2025;