Automotive/Heavy Equipment Technician I

Gwinnett County (GA) • Lawrenceville, GA

357d • $39,838 - $81,979

About The Position

The automotive/heavy equipment technician may be assigned to light automotive, heavy truck/equipment, or fire apparatus. Assignment is subject to change according to business needs. The Light Automotive Technician will be responsible for preventive maintenance services, diagnosing and the repairing of automobiles and light trucks to include drivability, suspension systems, brake systems, engine, and transmission. The Heavy Equipment Technician will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing commercial and diesel vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery to include troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems; reading and understanding hydraulic and electrical schematics; troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines (Cat, Cummins, Detroit); and maintaining routine maintenance schedules on all Heavy Equipment. The Fire Apparatus Technician will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing fire apparatus to include troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems; reading and understanding hydraulic and electrical schematics; troubleshooting and repairing diesel engines (Cat, Cummins, Detroit); and maintaining routine maintenance schedules. Enhances schedules on all Fire Equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid driver's license.
• Commercial Driver's License within 12 months according to area of assignment.
• 6 months automotive or heavy truck/equipment experience for Level I.
• 4 years of experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment and vehicles for Level II.
• 5 years of experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment and vehicles for Level III.
• ASE certifications or equivalent industry certifications as required for Levels II and III.
• A/C Recycle Recovery Certificate within 90 days of employment for Level II.
• Refrigerant License within 90 days of employment for Level III.
• Ability to work four 10-hour shifts from 7:00am-6:00pm (Mon-Thurs or Tue-Fri).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance services on light automotive vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair automobiles and light trucks including drivability, suspension systems, brake systems, engine, and transmission.
• Diagnose and repair commercial and diesel vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Read and understand hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines (Cat, Cummins, Detroit).
• Maintain routine maintenance schedules on all Heavy Equipment and Fire Equipment.

Benefits

• Skills evaluation, preparation and funding for ASE certification/re-certification.
• Eligibility for the Employee Referral Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees