Automotive Service Technician Master Atando Ave. 2nd Shift

Master Automotive Technician

Join the award-winning Fleet Management Division of the City of Charlotte as a Master Automotive Technician and become part of a team that keeps one of the region's most advanced municipal fleets running strong. You'll work alongside a dedicated group of ASE-certified Light Vehicle Technicians, supporting essential services for both the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. In this expert-level role, you'll be responsible for the daily evaluation, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of a wide range of light duty and public safety vehicles, specialized municipal equipment, and more. You'll take the lead on diagnosing and repairing complex electronically controlled gasoline engines, troubleshooting advanced electrical, emergency lighting, and modern automotive control systems. Servicing specialty municipal equipment with precision and care, mentoring and guiding junior technicians, sharing your expertise to foster growth and ensure high standards across the team. This is more than a technical roleit's a leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on solving complex challenges and enjoys helping others succeed. Be part of a team that values your mastery and your ability to make a lasting impact.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs advanced diagnosis & repair of complex electronically controlled gasoline, automotive diesel, hybrid, electric powertrains, and modern electrical systems that may necessitate the use of computer based diagnostic platforms.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspection and repair to comply with Fleet Management and NCDOT standards.
• Interprets manuals, electrical diagrams and diagnostic software to make needed repairs
• Provides customer service by working with peers and customers as needed.
• Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to identify specific parts, operating tools and equipment needed to provide service.
• Mentors' other automotive technicians and ensure new technology and repair methods are understood by their team.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Experience performing automotive service technician work on all types of light and medium duty vehicles.
• Works well without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in maintaining & repairing automotive & related equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards & safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to articulate repair process & procedures to fellow teammates.
• Analyze, evaluate & effectively write diagnosis, recommendations, and work performed to complete work orders.
• Follow oral & written instructions.
• Ability to operate as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds of equipment and/or tools.
• Possess or obtain the following licensures within six months (180) days of hire:
• NC Inspection license
• AC Recovery & Recycling License (EPA609)
• May be required to periodically work overtime, alternate shifts, holidays, and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Degree or certification from an accredited technical school, college or manufacturer training certification recognized by ASE.
• At least five years of experience diagnosing & repairing light and medium duty vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Five (5) years of relevant work experience; or a High School diploma/GED with three (3) years of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties.
• Must have ASE Automobile & Light Truck Master certification (A1 A8) or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.

Conditions of Employment:

The City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.