Automotive Technician - 20022343

State of Ohio • Orient, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Technician works under general direction and requires thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics and automotive service excellence certification in at least four areas. The position leads lower-level mechanics and/or inmates performing vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair, provides work direction and training, and ensures completed work and safety procedures meet applicable standards. Duties include major overhauls and complex repairs, routine and preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, maintaining service records and certifications, and managing tools, chemicals, parts, and shop resources. The role also involves operating welding and other equipment, using computers to manage data, controlling inmate movement, and performing shop upkeep and grounds tasks.

The position is with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction at the Correctional Reception Center in Orient, Ohio. It is a permanent, full-time classified position. The State of Ohio describes a benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical coverage, dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums after the eligibility period, paid leave and holidays, family leave, education and development opportunities, and public retirement systems with optional deferred compensation.

Requirements

• Automotive service excellence certification in at least four areas.
• Among the certifications, two must be either A1 engine repair and A8 engine performance, or T2 diesel engines and T8 preventive maintenance inspection.
• A valid commercial driver's license is required if the motor equipment is of a type and size regulated by Ohio Revised Code sections 4506.01 and 4506.12.
• Final applicants tentatively selected for the position must submit to urinalysis before appointment to test for illegal drug use.

Responsibilities

• Lead lower-level automotive mechanics and/or inmates engaged in automotive maintenance and repair, providing work direction and training.
• Perform major engine overhauls and resolve the most difficult and complex equipment problems.
• Perform minor and major repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Assist inmates and mechanics with diagnosing and resolving mechanical problems; inspect completed work and equipment and ensure procedures and safety practices are followed.
• Ensure tool-control and chemical-control policies and procedures are followed.
• Repair, rebuild, or replace vehicle and equipment parts, including electrical components, alternators, pumps, clutches, and brake systems.
• Adjust valves and perform preventive maintenance and service on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform miscellaneous mechanic work, including body repairs, tire repairs or replacement, and diesel-injector cleaning or replacement.
• Provide emergency service and repairs for vehicles and equipment.
• Clean the garage area, equipment, and tools.
• Mow grass.
• Operate equipment, snow plows, and/or a tow truck.
• Schedule equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain repair and service records.
• Maintain required certifications.
• Update shop manuals and parts books.
• Operate welding equipment, including acetylene torches and MIG welding equipment, to heat, shape, and weld machinery and equipment.
• Use a computer to enter, edit, and retrieve data from computer systems.
• Perform inventories and/or order and pick up parts and supplies.
• Control and restrict inmate movement.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed