AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

Bella Vista Property Owners Association•Bella Vista, AR

About The Position

The Automotive and Equipment Technician provides skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment. Under general supervision and in keeping with company sustainability initiatives, performs work in the diagnostic, overhaul, adjustment, repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Will also complete metal fabrication and repairs as needed and perform related work as required. Will be responsible for the full range of automotive maintenance and repair needed to keep all vehicles and equipment in good running condition, including gas, diesel, and electrical engines. They will inspect automotive, and/or farm equipment to determine necessary corrective action; perform diagnostic tests, fabricate, or modify equipment and various other metal structures. Safety is a major responsibility of this position. May require independent judgment in the disposition of routine matters without direct supervision.

Requirements

Work requires an extensive knowledge of an automotive shop and working around cars, trucks (including older models).
Familiar with the theory and complexities of automotive technology, care and operation of internal combustion engines as well as current repair methods, materials and tools.
Need to be knowledgeable of applicable state and federal requirements, all aspects of metal fabrication, methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment.
They must have knowledge of safety precautions in the maintenance and installation of electronic and mechanical equipment.
Basic computer skills and be able to check Fleet Program and do email. Knowledge of tire changer, mounting, and welding is a plus.
Work requires continual attention to details. Must exhibit excellence in Customer Service with all customers.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of tire changer, mounting, and welding is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provides support for the department.
Checks and performs routine automotive services.
Repairs gasoline and diesel engines, air compressors, auxiliary engines, and heavy-duty pumps.
Repairs or rebuilds air and hydraulic brake components, drums, discs and cylinders.
Repairs and replaces Hydraulic hoses.
Welds parts, sharpens blades and performs other specialty functions on automotive and related equipment.
Performs welding tasks for automotive maintenance and repair, and welding required for other POA departments.
Sands and paints equipment and performs minor body refinishing.
Keeps simple records of work performed.
Performs automobile vehicle inspections.
Parts courier for vehicle maintenance.