Automotive Technician

Job PostingSalary: $19.91-$25.38Performs skilled mechanical work primarily on light-duty equipment with a GVWR less than 26,000 lbs. Repairs and maintains pickups, sedans, offroad equipment, lawn mowers, golf carts, specialized field equipment, trailers, emergency vehicles, and related equipment. This position is responsible for diagnosing mechanical troubles to determine appropriate maintenance work and for repairing/overhauling heavy alternative, gasoline, and diesel-powered equipment and hydraulic components. Work is performed under general supervision. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion for accuracy and completeness.Applicants should possess the ability/knowledge to remove/install factory interior and exterior equipment and parts; Perform installations/De-installations of specialized emergency vehicle parts: Lightbars, Emergency Lighting, Push Bumpers, Sirens, Controllers, Speakers, Partitions, Window Bars, Prisoner seats, Gun racks, Car Video, Computers, License Plate Recognition and other electronic devices related to emergency response vehicles/equipment; and possess the ability/knowledge to troubleshoot & repair malfunctions relative to emergency vehicle equipment listed above.Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and two (2) years of experience as an automotive or diesel technician, or accreditation from a vocational institute; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Class E Driver's License required. A combination of at least two (2) certifications from either ASE and/or EVT in related field desired.This is a full-time CONTRACT position with the same benefits as Regular full-time. Most contracts are renewable for terms of one year.To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources.Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; orNine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.