Automotive Technician

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

5d • $28 - $39

About The Position

The Automotive Technician works for Maricopa County's Equipment Services Department, which manages a fleet of more than 3,500 vehicles. The department maintains vehicles that travel over 24 million miles annually across Maricopa County. The technician inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains light-duty vehicles and equipment, performs emissions testing, documents work, and supports a safe and compliant shop environment. The role requires obtaining Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) emissions certification within 90 days of hire; this certification is a condition of employment. Until certification is obtained, the employee receives a provisional salary set 5% below the position's minimum rate. The position is eligible for overtime for hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. The employee must be in the office/field or customer-facing for all hours worked.

Requirements

• Two years of automotive mechanic experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Post-secondary education in Automotive Technology or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the experience requirement.
• Must currently possess, or be able to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain the required ADEQ emissions certification within 90 days of hire; certification is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.
• Completion of two years of an automotive trade school.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and perform complex repairs on light-duty vehicles and equipment, including engine systems, electrical and electronic components, braking, climate control, drivetrain, suspension, and body systems; test operation and estimate repair time and cost.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on light-duty vehicles, including oil and filter changes, equipment inspections, and thorough annual inspections.
• Conduct vehicle emissions testing to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
• Perform road and operational tests after repairs to verify safe, reliable performance, and document test results and follow-up repairs.
• Maintain service records, document diagnostic findings and repair notes, prepare repair cost estimates, and enter information into the fleet maintenance tracking system.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of parts.
• Promote and maintain a safe, compliant work environment by following safety standards, keeping the shop clean, and identifying and reporting hazards to leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Exceptional work-life balance.
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County.
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for the employee and qualifying dependents.
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive.
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per-paycheck contribution, with a 100% employer match on Day 1.

What This Job Offers

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