Automotive Services Mechanic

Maryland Connect

10d•$24 - $24

About The Position

Automotive Services Mechanic Frostburg State University (FSU) seeks applications for a nonexempt full-time Automotive Services Mechanic. Hourly rate of $23.77; includes the University of Maryland benefits package which includes annual leave, holidays, personal, and sick leave; tuition remission; excellent health, dental, prescription, and life insurance, and retirement plan. This position is designated as “essential” and required to report to work as assigned during an emergency condition. Responsibilities: Under general supervision, perform automotive work at the journey level. Inspect, repair, and maintain motor vehicles, engines, and equipment; determine the nature of malfunctions. Perform preventive maintenance such as fueling, oil changes and lubrication, and cleaning fleet vehicles. Operate and maintain tools and equipment of the automotive trade; clean work area upon completion of projects. May provide guidance and instruction in the automotive mechanic trade to other Garage personnel. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Four years progressively responsible experience in servicing, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles or motor equipment.
Comprehensive knowledge of the basic principles of operation, basic components, malfunctions, repair practices and preventive maintenance techniques for internal combustion engines including diesel and motor vehicle systems and sub-assemblies.
Thorough knowledge of the proper use, care and maintenance of standard hand and power tools.
Skill in the proper use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the automotive trade.
Skill in and ability to diagnose and correct motor vehicle malfunctions.
Ability to read, understand and carry out oral and written instructions; to keep simple records and make written reports; to communicate effectively; to work in, on, around, under and over machinery and/or fixed equipment; to work at heights of up to 25 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies; to exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Certification as an Automotive Service Maintenance Technician by the Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), or other extensive knowledge of auto mechanics.
High school diploma or GED.
Basic computer skills.
Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL).

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, perform automotive work at the journey level.
Inspect, repair, and maintain motor vehicles, engines, and equipment; determine the nature of malfunctions.
Perform preventive maintenance such as fueling, oil changes and lubrication, and cleaning fleet vehicles.
Operate and maintain tools and equipment of the automotive trade; clean work area upon completion of projects.
May provide guidance and instruction in the automotive mechanic trade to other Garage personnel.
Other related duties as assigned.