Fleet Technician I

Salary : $51,856.48 - $86,427.54 Annually
Location : SPRINGFIELD (JN05), VA
Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Job Number: 26-00079
Department: Vehicle Services
Opening Date: 01/10/2026
Closing Date: 1/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S18
Posting Type: Open to General Public

Job Announcement

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus*

Performs skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment, under limited supervision. Analyzes and diagnoses gas and fuel operated vehicles for maintenance defects. Performs Virginia state and emission inspections of vehicles and equipment. Performs road tests on new and repaired vehicles. Operates specialized equipment common to the automotive repair industry and machine shops. Performs related work as required.

Schedule: Day Shifts - 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., OR 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Evening Shift - 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Locations: Alban, Jermantown, Newington or West Ox depending on the needs of the Department of Vehicle Services (DVS).

Note: Multiple full-time Fleet Technician I positions may be filled from this announcement. This is an entry-level position, and the salary offer will not exceed the mid-point ($69,142.11) of the advertised salary range. Compensation rules apply per Fairfax County personnel regulations for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools employees.

Position may be underfilled as a (S15); the Underfill Requirements are stated below in the Employment Standards section.

*A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available to new county employees hired in the full-time Fleet Technician I position. Applicants must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application submission to be eligible. This bonus program requires a signed payback agreement between the department and employee.

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Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Repairs, services, inspects, and diagnoses components such as: engines, transmissions, after-treatment exhaust systems, brakes, clutches, radiators, electrical/electric components, HVAC components, hydraulic system components, pumps, bearings, steering, suspension, axles, differentials, and sub systems for automobiles, trucks, trailers, motorcycles, off-road equipment, pumps, generators, and other mechanical equipment;
• Performs basic general preventative maintenance care to vehicles and equipment including changing oil filters, lubricating chassis, replacing belts, hoses, tires, and other for diesel, internal combustion, and hybrid engines;
• Performs basic general preventative maintenance on electric engine vehicles to include software updates, brakes, and tires;
• Follows checklists to ensure all critical parts are examined;
• Reads and interprets diagnostic test results to identify mechanical problems;
• Performs emergency road and tire repairs in all weather conditions;
• Maintains records of inspections, test results, work performed, and parts used in the automated vehicle maintenance system;
• Attends fleet specific and safety training;
• Maintains awareness of new trends and technologies in the field of automotive repair;
• Cleans vehicles and equipment, neatly storing tools and parts, properly discarding old/unused parts, sweeps areas, and collecting and empties trash as needed;
• Follows all environmental regulations, and disposing of chemicals, trash, etc. in designated areas;
• Recycles when required.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of methods and tools commonly used by journey level service technicians in the repair and maintenance of automotive and industrial equipment;
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade;
• Mechanical skills to be familiar with engine components and systems and know how they interact with each other;
• Troubleshooting skills to diagnose mechanical problems and make appropriate repairs to a wide variety of automotive and industrial equipment;
• Basic keyboarding skills;
• Ability to use tools and test equipment pertinent to the trade;
• Ability to perform duties requiring manual dexterity, such as lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, and crawling and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions;
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions;
• Ability to test-drive vehicles and equipment;
• Ability to read and comprehend relevant documents;
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Completion of the tenth grade plus two years of experience in problem diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of light, medium, heavy and/or specialized automotive equipment. Related automotive technical education or trade training above high school may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis. Possession of a set of hand tools commonly used in the automotive industry, such as wrenches, pliers, sockets and ratchets. Personal tools are required upon appointment.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Valid driver's license.
• Valid Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) or a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with air brakes, P (Passenger) and S (School Bus) endorsements is required within 30 days of an offer. Applicants hired with a CDL must obtain a CDL Class B with air brakes, P (Passenger) and S (School Bus) endorsements within eleven months of hire date. May be required to provide copies of driving record periodically for verification of driving status. Fairfax County requires CDL holders to obtain and keep current a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card.

UNDERFILL REQUIREMENTS:
This position may be underfilled as a (Grade S15; $45,255.39 - $75,424.96). The employment standards for the Fleet Technician Aide are:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Completion of the tenth grade with coursework in vehicle repair and maintenance. Possession of a set of basic hand tools commonly used in the automotive industry, such as wrenches, pliers, and sockets and ratchets. Personal tools are required upon appointment.

Applicants hired at the will be non-competitively promoted to the Fleet Technician I level upon successful completion of an underfill agreement.

Note: Underfill candidates must be able to meet the minimum qualifications of the Fleet Technician I within one year of the job announcement's closing date of 01/23/2026.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, commercial driver's license screening, and pre-employment physical to the satisfaction of the employer.

This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification(s).
• Automotive experience in mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Experience working on various types and sizes of vehicles and equipment.
• Possess State Inspectors license, Emissions Inspectors license, and/or Emissions Mechanics license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to lift 50 pounds on an average of once daily, stoop, bend, twist and reach many times daily, use ladders extensively, and use creeper (or get on hands and knees) several times daily. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel Interview and may include exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home including We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

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Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more)
• Paid Holidays
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees' Child Care Center
• Continuous Learning Opportunities
• Commuter Benefits Accounts

NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:

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Non-Merit Positions

1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
   • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
   • Flexible Spending Program
   • Deferred Compensation
2. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
   • No benefits

01

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 10th grade
• 10th to less than 11th grade
• 11th to less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02

If you answered "Less than 10th grade" for the previous question, please indicate the highest grade level you have completed. If this question does not pertain to you, enter "Not applicable".
03

If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

04

Have you completed any coursework in vehicle repair and maintenance?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of related automotive technical education or trade training above the high school level do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

06

If you answered that you possess automotive technical education or trade training in the previous question, please include the educational or vocational institution that provided the training and the name of the specific program. If this question does not pertain to you, enter "Not Applicable".
07

Do you currently possess a personal set of hand tools commonly used in the automotive industry, such as wrenches, pliers, and sockets and ratchets?

• Yes
• No

08

How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have in problem diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of light, medium, heavy and/or specialized automotive equipment?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

09

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you currently in possession of a commercial driver's license (CDL)? If yes, please check each item that applies to your class and endorsement(s).

• Class A
• Class B
• (P) with air brakes and Passenger
• (S) School Bus endorsements
• I currently do not possess a CDL, but I do possess a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)
• I currently do not possess a CDL nor a CLP

11

Do you possess any current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification(s)?

• Yes
• No

12

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list all current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification(s) that you possess, to include the test series and title. If this question does not pertain to you and you do not have the aforementioned certification(s), enter "Not Applicable".
13

In which of the following areas do you possess automotive experience? Check all that apply.

• Mechanical repairs
• Preventative maintenance
• None of the above

14

The Department of Vehicle Services (DVS) fleet is composed of various types and sizes of vehicles and equipment. Which type(s) of vehicles do you have experience working on? Check all that apply.

• Passenger cars, trucks and vans
• Police cars
• Motorcycles
• School buses
• Fire trucks
• Dump trucks
• Trash trucks
• Ambulances
• Tractor trailers
• Backhoe
• None of the above

15

Which of the following types of licenses do you possess? Check all that apply.

• State Inspectors License
• Emissions Inspectors License
• Emissions Mechanics License
• None of the above

16

The work schedules consist of four (4) shifts. Please indicate below which shifts you are available to work. Check all that apply.

• 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
• 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
• Any shift
• None of the above

17

This position is considered "emergency/essential" which requires the incumbent to report to work during inclement weather and/or other emergencies, regardless of the county's operating status (open or closed). Are you able and willing to report to work when required during these situations?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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