Automotive Service Technician - Senior – 2nd Shift -Atando Ave. Shop

City of Charlotte • Charlotte, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Charlotte’s Fleet Management Division is hiring an Automotive Service Technician to support a municipal fleet of more than 7,000 assets. The position performs preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on light- and medium-duty vehicles at the Atando Ave. maintenance facility, including vehicles with advanced electronic systems, hybrid and electric powertrains, and public safety vehicle equipment.

The technician works with a skilled, ASE-certified team in modern garages equipped with lifts, diagnostic tools, and access to OEM factory software, tooling, and training. The City provides uniforms and describes career growth opportunities, including ASE training incentives and tuition reimbursement. The role is identified as a second-shift position; a shift differential applies to second- and third-shift positions.

Minimum qualifications are a high school diploma or GED and three years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, be able to pass background and motor vehicle checks, and pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical examination. Candidates may also be asked to complete a skills test or other assessments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and three years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience working on light- and medium-duty vehicles.
• Ability to work effectively without direct supervision and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of methods, tools, and materials used to maintain and repair automotive and related equipment.
• Awareness of occupational hazards and safe work practices.
• Ability to diagnose and evaluate vehicle issues and clearly document work performed.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Possess or obtain a North Carolina Inspection license within 180 days of hire.
• Possess or obtain an AC Recovery & Recycling License within 180 days of hire.
• Willingness to work overtime, alternate shifts, holidays, and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass background and motor vehicle license checks.
• Basic hand tools and tool storage are required upon hire.
• Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination.

Nice To Haves

• Degree or certification from a technical school or college.
• ASE certification(s) applicable to the position.
• Experience repairing and maintaining fleet vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnosis and repair of complex electronically controlled gasoline and automotive diesel vehicles, hybrid and electric powertrains, and modern electrical systems, using computer-based diagnostic platforms as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and repairs in compliance with Fleet Management and NCDOT standards.
• Use fleet maintenance software to accurately document work performed.
• Interpret manuals, electrical diagrams, and diagnostic software.
• Follow industry-specific safety procedures and general safety practices, and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Benefits

• Uniforms provided.
• $250 annual boot and prescription safety glass reimbursement.
• Career growth opportunities, including ASE training incentives and tuition reimbursement.
• Annual tool reimbursement of $1,200.
• 2.5% shift differential for second- and third-shift positions.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED