Automotive Mechanic - Department of General Services

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

3d•$51,831 - $84,478•Onsite

About The Position

An Automotive Mechanic performs diagnostic, installation, maintenance, and repair work on automotive vehicles, heavy trucks, heavy equipment, and other mechanical equipment. The position has no lead or supervisory duties and receives moderate supervision from a technical superior. Work is performed in an automotive repair shop, where unpleasant odors and dirty, greasy conditions are regularly encountered. The work requires strenuous physical exertion, including lifting, bending, crawling, and prolonged standing. Employees may work shifts that include weekends and are subject to callback. The City of Baltimore offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, accidental death and dismemberment, and flexible spending account plans. The office also provides wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. Employees receive an hourly stipend for up to eight ASE certificates obtained and maintained, and must provide their own tools.

Requirements

High school graduation or a GED certificate, unless meeting an allowed education equivalency.
Four years of experience in maintenance and repair of automotive and other mechanical equipment, subject to the stated equivalency options.
Valid Maryland Class C noncommercial driver's license or equivalent, and eligibility to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. Provisional driver's licenses are not accepted.
Knowledge of electrical, fuel, drive, engine, brake, and related gasoline and diesel equipment and repair techniques.
Knowledge of automotive and mechanical repair tools and equipment, safety practices and procedures, maintenance methods, and maintenance tools and materials.
Ability to read and understand service manuals, parts catalogs, schematics, and written work rules.
Ability to road test equipment and prepare and maintain records.
Must upload a copy of a valid driver's license with the application.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, install, maintain, and repair automotive, heavy truck, heavy equipment, and other mechanical equipment.
Repair, replace, and adjust electrical, fuel, drive, engine, brake, and related gasoline and diesel equipment systems.
Road test equipment.
Prepare and maintain records.