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Technician I Fleet Mechanic

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Technician I Fleet Mechanic

Salary

$22.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Location

Fort Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

07753JB

Department

Fleet Management

Opening Date

11/18/2025

Closing Date

11/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Lee County Fleet Services is looking for a reliable and motivated Technician I Fleet Mechanic to help keep our vehicles running smoothly. This is a great opportunity if you're looking to build your skills and work as part of a team. As a Technician I, you will perform hands-on maintenance, inspections, and repairs on county vehicles and equipment. You’ll be supported by experienced Fleet Mechanics and supervisors who will help you learn and grow in your role.

Duties and Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

In this role, you will:

+ Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on County vehicles and equipment

+ Diagnose simple mechanical problems and help come up with solutions

+ Make basic repairs like changing tires, lights, and batteries, and doing general cleaning

+ Assist senior mechanics with more complex repairs and diagnostics

+ Pick up and deliver parts from vendors as needed

+ Keep work areas clean and safe, including performing basic cleaning tasks in the service area

+ Track your work and materials used, and keep accurate records of all jobs completed

+ Use tools and equipment to perform repairs, including hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic software

+ Other miscellaneous shop-related duties.

Education, Experience, Licensing

+ Education: High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).

+ Experience: 1 year of experience working with automotive gasoline or diesel-powered equipment. This can include school training or hands-on work experience.

+ License: A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

+ Tools & Equipment: Comfortable using tools, power equipment, and basic diagnostic software.

Preferred Skills (But Not Required):

+ Experience with diagnostic software and electronic repair manuals.

+ Basic knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and hydraulics.

+ Familiarity with shop safety and keeping a clean work environment.

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Why You Should Apply:

+ Learn from experienced mechanics and grow your skills.

+ Make a difference by helping maintain County vehicles and equipment that support your community.

+ Training opportunities and room to grow within the Fleet Services team.

+ Stable, full-time work with a supportive team.

About Fleet Services and Lee County:

Fleet Services Division:

At Lee County’s Fleet Services, we maintain a fleet of vehicles that support vital County operations. Our dedicated team works on everything from light-duty trucks to specialized equipment, ensuring that the vehicles our community relies on are in excellent condition. Learn more about Fleet Services at Lee County Fleet Services (https://www.leegov.com/fleet/about) .

About Lee County:

Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 700,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government (https://www.leegov.com) .

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.

• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Medical Reimbursement Account

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy

• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)

• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)

• Optional Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)

• Short-Term Disability

• Sick Leave Pool

• Flu vaccinations

• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)

• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

• Financial Savings/Management Programs

• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union

• Employee Leave Benefits

• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave

• Family and Medical Leave

• Military Family & Medical Leave

• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

01

Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Which of the following tasks have you performed in past jobs, training, or school? (Select all that apply) Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.

+ I have changed tires, lights, or batteries

+ I have performed safety checks on vehicles

+ I have cleaned and organized a work area

+ I have picked up or delivered parts for repairs

+ I have assisted with complex mechanical repairs

+ I have used electronic repair manuals

+ I have worked with vehicle electrical systems

+ I have worked with hydraulics

+ I have not worked on any of the above

03

Can you work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Which type of vehicles have you worked on the most? Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.

+ Cars

+ Trucks

+ Heavy equipment

+ None of the above

05

Do you possess a basic set of tools (sufficient for oil changes, tire rotations, battery/light bulb replacements and other minor tasks)?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Lee County Government

Address

Phone

(239) 533-2245

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty

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