Automotive Technician I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

2d•$2,623 - $3,935•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Fleet Management is seeking an automotive mechanic with entry level to moderate experience and training in the automotive mechanical repair field. This position is for an automotive mechanic with basic entry level skills who looks forward to being mechanically and technically challenged furthering their career goals. If you like to roll up your sleeves, solve problems and be productive we would love to have you on our team!

Requirements

High school graduate.
Must have two years of automotive and, or, equipment repair technical experience.
Vocational or technical school training in automotive/truck repair or a related area will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification.
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Nice To Haves

General automotive mechanical repair experience with ASE certifications.
Required to be a great problem solver.
Good computer skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Performs general automotive mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, basic diagnostics in a fleet maintenance garage setting.
For the benefit of on-the-job training aids higher level automotive mechanics.
Observes and advises shop supervisor of the quality of repairs being performed.
Performs basic computer diagnostics on powertrain engine management systems.
Conducts mechanical repairs or replacement of major component assemblies such as engines, transmissions, transfer cases and axle assemblies.
Performs accurate troubleshooting mechanical repair and service on automotive heating ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC).
Performs preventive maintenance procedures including oil changes, fluid changes, vehicle inspections, tire rotations, tire mounting and balancing.
Performs brake repairs and replacement.