Auto Mechanic

Gilmer County Government•Ellijay, GA

13d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Auto Mechanic will be responsible for repairing and maintaining a variety of vehicles for the county. They will evaluate the condition of the vehicle and will work to ensure that the vehicle is in peak condition for county use.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of automotive equipment.
Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of the operating principles and mechanical repair of engines.
Skill in diagnosing defects in automotive equipment.
Skill in repairing vehicles.
Skill in welding and fabricating parts.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to plan and prioritize to meet county deadlines
Ability to prepare documents in response to complaints and inquiries
Ability to examine vehicle diagnostics for accuracy and completeness

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of working within an auto repair or collision center is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Performs engine, exhaust electrical, brake, and transmission repairs on assigned vehicles.
Conducts scheduled preventive maintenance functions, including checking the condition and operation of batteries, tires, lights, transmissions, exhaust systems, and brakes.
Repairs lighting systems on vehicles.
Inspects and repairs fuel systems on vehicles, including repairing carburetors and fuel injectors.
Inspects and repairs air-conditioning systems, including repairing Freon leaks, compressor lines, wires, evaporator cores, and compressor components.
Inspects and repairs heating systems, including repairing heater lines and cores.
Performs major and minor engine repairs, including repairing pumping and electrical systems.
Manages the departmental work order system; orders and stores parts and delegates repair tasks.
Performs emergency repairs on vehicles as necessary; troubleshoots equipment failures at job sites.
Maintains the shop and assigned tools.
Completes and signs work orders according to service rendered.
Additional duties as assigned.