Automotive Mechanic - Department of General Services

Automotive Mechanic

Salary Range: $51,831.00 - $84,478.00 Annually

Starting Pay: $51,831.00 Annually

Class Definition: An Automotive Mechanic performs a wide range of diagnostic, installation, maintenance and repair work on a variety of automotive, heavy truck, heavy equipment and other mechanical equipment. Work of this class involves no lead or supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class may work shift work including weekend hours and are subject to callback. Work is performed in an automotive repair shop where unpleasant odors, dirty and greasy shop conditions are regularly encountered. Work requires strenuous physical exertion including lifting, bending, crawling and periods of prolonged standing.

Minimum Qualifications: On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possess a GED certificate.

AND Experience: Have four years of experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive and other mechanical equipment.

OR Equivalency Notes: Have six months of additional experience in automotive maintenance and repair work may be substituted for each year of the high school or GED requirement or completion of one year of the required coursework in an automotive mechanic curriculum in an accredited high school, vocational school or college or university may be substituted for one year of the experience requirement or an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in automotive technology or a related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement or completion of a recognized Motor Equipment Mechanic apprenticeship program may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Licenses, Registrations and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver's permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER'S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

Note: You must upload a copy of your valid driver's license with application at time of applying.

Application Deadline: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of electrical fuel, drive, engine, brake and related gasoline and diesel equipment and the techniques of their repair.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used to repair a variety of automotive and other mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the practices and methods of automotive equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of the tools and materials required in automotive equipment maintenance.
• Ability to repair, replace and adjust the above systems.
• Ability to read and understand service manuals, parts catalogs, schematics and written work rules.
• Ability to road test equipment.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records.

Additional Information:

Background Check: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation: All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months probation.

Eligibility: Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation: Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at

Selection Process: All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process: Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Notes: Employees will receive an hourly stipend for up to eight ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certificates obtained and maintained. Employees must provide their own tools.

Note: Those eligible who are under final consideration for appointment to some positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information and submit to drug and alcohol testing.

Financial Disclosure: This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II

If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye via email at View email address on click.appcast.io

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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