Automotive Technician 20020864

Automotive Technician

This position works under general direction and requires thorough knowledge of auto mechanics with automotive service excellence certification in at least four areas, two of which must be A1 engine repair and A8 engine performance.

Lead team of lower-level auto mechanic(s) and/or inmates (i.e., provides work direction and training) engaged in automotive maintenance and repair

Perform major overhauls of engines or repair most difficult and complex equipment problems

Perform minor and major repairs of vehicles and equipment

Assists inmates/mechanic(s) in diagnosing and resolving mechanical problems, inspects completed work and equipment and ensures that procedures and safety practices are followed

Ensures tool control policies and procedures and chemical control policies and procedures are followed

Repairs, rebuilds and/or replaces minor and major parts (e.g., electrical system components, alternators, water or fuel pumps, clutches, brake systems)

Adjusts valves and performs preventive maintenance and service on vehicles and equipment

Performs miscellaneous mechanic work (e.g., body repair work, repairs or replaces tires, cleans or replaces diesel injectors)

Provides service and repair of vehicles and equipment on emergency basis

Cleans garage area, equipment and/or tools

Mows grass

Operates equipment, snow plows and/or tow truck

Schedules maintenance and repairs of equipment

Maintains repair or service records

Maintain required certifications

Updates shop manuals and parts books

Operates welding equipment (e.g., acetylene torch, MIG welding equipment) to heat, shape and weld machinery and equipment

Operates computer to enter, edit and retrieve data from computer systems

Performs inventories and/or orders and picks up parts and supplies

Controls/restricts inmate movement