Fleet Automotive Technician

Cumberland County Government•Portland, ME

1d•$29 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Cumberland County seeks a dependable, hard working individual to help maintain its fleet of automobiles by performing routine maintenance and repairs and troubleshooting vehicle issues. This position is 40 hours per week, with a full benefits package. Pay for this position is a range of $29.09 to $35.44 per hour. This range reflects the County’s good-faith estimate of pay for this position at the time of posting. Starting pay is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity in alignment with the County’s step-based compensation system. Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Two (2) years or more working as an automotive mechanic.
Certifications essential to perform duties.
Must have the ability to understand and carry out orders.
Federal license on air conditioning required or acquired within one (1) year.
Must have a valid State of Maine inspection license class A & E.
Valid State of Maine driver’s license.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Assures first class condition of all motor vehicles by maintaining and repairing them, as required.
Maintains a preventative maintenance system by keeping accurate maintenance and repair records on all vehicles.
Assures adequate parts inventory by reordering inventory of supplies and materials used.
Maintains current vehicle registrations as required by state statute.
Ensures all vehicles are inspected and have current inspection certificates as required by state statute.
Assures equipment transfer to new vehicles including radios, cellular phones, sirens, light bars, radar brackets, video equipment, protective screens and all other authorized equipment installed in cruisers.
Ensures quantity and quality for tires for the entire fleet, stocks tire inventory and changes tires, as needed.
Maintains a safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by ensuring all work areas are returned to the highest level of cleanliness, free of all tools, parts and equipment before leaving the job site.
Meets preventative maintenance schedule by performing vehicle maintenance.
Meets state requirements by obtaining and maintaining the State of Maine inspection license class A&E.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
Demonstrates an understanding of the county’s safety policies and practices by attending required safety programs; reporting all accidents and suspected safety hazards to the Facilities Director/Safety Coordinator.
Performs vehicle light body repair and fabrication including replacing of light assemblies, bumper covers, etc.
Performs small engine repairs on snow blowers, generators, lawn mowers, and other small equipment.
Performs air conditioner service, including AC condensers
Performs exhaust repair
Participates in snow removal as needed.
Fulfills job function by participating as an active member in training; performing other responsibilities, as assigned.
Willing to respond to after hour calls related to vehicle breakdowns and service.