Automotive Technician

Overview

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What You’ll Do

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
• Assist inmates/mechanic(s) in diagnosing and resolving mechanical problems, inspect completed work and equipment and ensures that procedures and safety practices are followed
• Ensure tool control policies and procedures and chemical control policies and procedures are followed
• Repair, rebuild and/or replace minor and major parts (e.g., electrical system components, alternators, water or fuel pumps, clutches, brake systems)
• Adjust valves and perform preventive maintenance and service on vehicles and equipment
• Perform miscellaneous mechanic work (e.g., body repair work, repairs or replaces tires, cleans or replaces diesel injectors)
• Provide service and repair of vehicles and equipment on emergency basis
• Clean garage area, equipment and/or tools
• Mows grass
• Operate equipment, snow plows and/or tow truck
• Schedule maintenance and repairs of equipment
• Maintain repair or service records
• Maintain required certifications
• Update shop manuals and parts books
• Operate welding equipment (e.g., acetylene torch, MIG welding equipment) to heat, shape and weld machinery and equipment
• Operate computer to enter, edit and retrieve data from computer systems
• Perform inventories and/or orders and picks up parts and supplies
• Controls/restricts inmate movement

Qualifications

Automotive service excellence certification in at least four areas, two of which must be A1, engine repair & A8 engine performance, or T2 diesel engines & T8 preventive maintenance inspection. The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio revised code. Valid commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio revised code.

Job Skills: Automotive, Vehicle Maintenance, Problem Solving, Flexibility, Time Management.

Organization Rehabilitation & Correction - Correctional Reception Center

Agency Contact Name and Information Personnel Director View phone number on click.appcast.io / View email address on click.appcast.io

Unposting Date Sep 15, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location Correction Reception Center

Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Pickaway County-Orient

Compensation $24.86

Schedule Full-time

Classified Indicator Classified

Union OCSEA

Primary Job Skill Automotive

Technical Skills Automotive, Vehicle Maintenance

Professional Skills Flexibility, Problem Solving, Time Management

Agency Overview

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

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Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

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