Automotive Mechanic I (Career Path)

Automotive Mechanic I

This position announcement will be used to fill a Full-time, Regular, Represented, Safety Sensitive Automotive Mechanic I vacancy in the Department of Central Services, Fleet Division. This is mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.

Nature and variety of work work involves responsibility for participating in the mechanical repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive equipment including passenger cars, trucks, tractors, and related standard and specialized equipment. Initially, work is closely supervised; as proficiency is gained, employees are expected to perform routine repair assignments independently. Employees assist higher-level mechanics in complex repair work, or perform complex repairs under supervision. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion for quality of workmanship.

Examples of duties and knowledge, skills and abilities:

Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy.

Inspects vehicle fluid levels and replenishes as necessary.

Tunes engines, changes tires, gaps and replaces spark plugs, sets timing; makes service calls. Participates in the overhaul and repair of transmissions, differentials, and front and rear assemblies. Inspects, adjusts, and replaces necessary units and related parts including brakes, cooling, ignition, electrical, and fuel systems, mufflers, and exhaust pipes. Repairs and overhauls carburetors and clutch assemblies; makes minor repairs to hydraulic systems.

Road-tests vehicles, reporting any safety issues to supervisor.

Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor. Ensures that County vehicles and shop area are kept clean.

Assists higher-level mechanics in complex repairs and major overhaul work. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of the methods, tools, and techniques used in the repair of automotive equipment. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Skill in the use and operation of tools and machinery used in automotive repair work. Ability to diagnose defects in automotive equipment. Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific problems. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to interpret and work from service manuals, specifications and diagrams. Positions in this class are required to lift tools and equipment weighing fifty pounds, and to climb onto and maneuver around equipment.

Minimum qualifications:

• Sufficient education to read and interpret automotive repair manuals
• Six (6) or more months in basic automotive repair and maintenance
• A valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license

Supplemental qualifications:

Preference will be given to those possessing diesel engine experience. Preference will be given to any participants of any internship programs offered by the County.