AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I - 55003931

State of Florida

23h•$42,622 - $55,157•Onsite

About The Position

This position will assist in diagnosis and repair of vehicles. Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Requirements

Knowledge of repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks, small engines and heavy equipment.
Knowledge of diagnostic equipment; the use of repair manuals.
Skilled in the use of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
Skilled in replacing, repairing and installing various components and accessories such as radios, heaters, windshield wipers, etc….
Skilled in documenting work performed and materials used on work orders.
Skilled in performing preventive maintenance on vehicles and various equipment.
Skilled in customer service.
Ability to operate motor vehicles.
Ability to troubleshoot automotive and equipment problems; perform a variety of gasoline or diesel repair and maintenance.
Ability to assist in body and fender repair work.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb squat, stoop, push, pull, crawl and bend.
Ability to use appropriate safety equipment.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform minor welding.
Ability to Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Possess a valid class E driver’s license.
Possess a valid Class E driver’s license. Experience in passenger vehicle or heavy equipment repair and maintenance and possess a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency. One year of experience in passenger vehicle or heavy equipment repair and maintenance is a substitute for a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency.

Responsibilities

Assist in the diagnosis, repair, overhaul and replacement of gasoline or diesel engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and other parts and major components in automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, and other related equipment. Field test passenger vehicles to ensure the repairs have been satisfactorily completed. Repairs, changes, and balances tires on automotive and heavy equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance work to ensure that equipment is maintained and is in proper working order. Performs periodic maintenance, repair, and preparation of seasonal equipment.
Submits requests for parts and supplies. Operates personal computers and printers for processing work orders. Responsible for properly tracking and reporting time charged on various work activities and completing shop work orders.
Responds to emergency road service calls and performs minor repairs to vehicles and equipment. Cleans up after repairs and returns tools to their proper location. Performs minor welding and paint and body repairs.