Posted: Mar 9, 2026
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Vehicle and Equipment Technician III (P&R)

City of Charlottesville - Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Salary: $26.81 - $34.34 Hourly
Application Deadline: N/A
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Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

To Apply: To view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page, www.charlottesville.gov/jobs, and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE: 

Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outline for the job through experience(s) other than formal education. 

  • Technical or trade school in automotive maintenance AND  three (3) years of work experience in complex problem diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of a wide variety of light, medium, heavy, and automotive/specialized equipment.
OR
  • High school diploma or GED AND five (5) years of work experience in complex problem diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of a wide variety of light, medium, heavy, and automotive/specialized equipment.
OR
  • Seven (7) years of work experience in complex problem diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of a wide variety of light, medium, heavy, and automotive/specialized equipment.
OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Preferred:

  • ASE certification(s) in Medium/Heavy Truck and or School Bus preferred.

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:

  • Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, pre-employment drug screen (Virginia Department of Transportation), pre-employment physical, and a pre-employment DMV driving record review.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia or obtain one within six (6) months of employment start date; and maintain and acceptable driving record according to City criteria. 
  • Must be able to obtain a Virginia State Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection License from the MVIP (Motor Vehicle Inspection Program) within 6 months of hire.
  • Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.
  • Required to provide basic tools to perform the job duties, as determined by the department.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.