Automotive Technician I

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

About The Position

The Automotive Technician I performs skilled maintenance and repair on light- and medium-duty vehicles and equipment for Texas A&M University Transportation Services. The role performs preventative maintenance inspections, completes and updates manual and computerized service orders, and uses diagnostic tools to troubleshoot vehicle problems, including engine performance and electrical systems. The technician also maintains an orderly shop, uses a computer to find vehicle maintenance specifications and support the fleet-wide maintenance program, notifies appropriate leaders when vehicles are neglected or not maintained, and identifies and requests replacement parts. The position may involve driving DOT-regulated vehicles for test drives, recovery of disabled vehicles, and vehicle delivery. The employee must be able to lift and move heavy objects, obtain a Texas Class B vehicle operator’s license with passenger and air-brakes endorsements within 60 days of employment, and comply with DOT regulations, including participation in random drug and alcohol testing. The role may require evening, weekend, and holiday shift coverage or emergency call. Employees may drive state vehicles around campus and are considered essential during university emergencies, campus closures, or class cancellations. This is a security-sensitive position requiring compliance with applicable laws, codes, and university procedures, including safety requirements. The position allows an alternate work location under Texas A&M University guidelines. The employee is expected to provide courteous, responsive service, support Aggie Core Values, complete required training on time, follow safety practices, and carry out assigned administrative and operational responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain a State of Texas Class B vehicle operator’s license (CDL with passenger and air-brakes endorsements) within 60 days of employment.
Significant understanding of light- and medium-duty vehicle maintenance and repair.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to use maintenance software, shop tools, and equipment.
Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.
Ability to comply with state and federal laws and codes and Texas A&M University System and university regulations and procedures.
Ability to perform tasks safely and comply with applicable safety requirements.
Ability to cover shifts or take emergency call on evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Compliance with DOT regulations and random drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Automotive or diesel trade-school education.
Commercial vehicle operator’s license with passenger and air-brakes endorsements.
One or more ASE certifications or equivalent OEM certifications in related specialties.
Any related experience or skills.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance and repairs on light- and medium-duty vehicles and equipment, including servicing, adjusting, and repairing gasoline and diesel engines and vehicle components.
Replace vehicle parts such as exhaust systems, batteries, belts, and hoses; repair and replace tires.
Perform preventative maintenance inspections and complete and update manual and computerized service orders.
Use diagnostic tools to identify vehicle issues and troubleshoot problems involving engine performance, electrical systems, and other systems.
Keep the shop area clean and free of clutter.
Use a computer to obtain vehicle maintenance specifications and administer the fleet-wide maintenance program.
Notify appropriate leaders when vehicles are neglected or fail to be maintained.
Identify replacement part numbers and submit parts requests for necessary repairs.
Drive DOT-regulated vehicles for test driving, recovery of disabled vehicles, and vehicle delivery.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Drive state vehicles to various parts of campus as required.
Follow university safety requirements, report unsafe conditions or actions, and use personal protective items or equipment as appropriate or instructed.
Complete required university training on time and perform assigned administrative tasks, including timely time approvals and leave requests.