City of Fargo

Overview

The Equipment Technician II is responsible for performing technical, mechanical, and general repair or maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment. This role requires higher-level diagnostic skills and major component rebuilding, differentiating it from the first level in the series.

Responsibilities

• Rebuilds or repairs major and minor components of vehicles and equipment.
• Transports and test drives equipment while performing safety inspections.
• Diagnoses equipment malfunctions using onboard computers and testing devices.
• Performs preventative maintenance and safety compliance checks.
• Conducts major and minor repairs on vehicle bodies, including painting and structural adjustments.
• Welds components for function or safety as needed.
• Installs and fabricates accessories and safety devices for vehicles.
• Assists other departments with operational duties as needed.
• Estimates time, parts, and tools required for repairs.
• Fabrics parts and special tools according to specifications.
• Makes recommendations for design changes to improve equipment performance.
• Communicates professionally with coworkers and the public.
• Follows safety guidelines and practices in all job duties.