Mechanic

State of North Carolina•Wake Forest, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The NC State Highway Patrol is recruiting for a Mechanic. Are you an experienced mechanic ready for hands-on vehicle repairs? Join our team and play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly.

Requirements

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two (2) years of experience in the area of assignment, or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform several widely varying and diverse assignments that require in-depth knowledge analysis and diagnostic work.
Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals and us diagnostic tools to diagnose and determine best course of action for complex system repairs.
Ability to troubleshoot complex vehicle repairs using the proper tools, resources, equipment and training.
Ability to identify problems, determines solutions, and actively work to resolve these issue.

Responsibilities

Perform regular preventive maintenance every 6,000 miles, diagnosing and repairing motor vehicle problems on NCSHP and other state law enforcement vehicles.
Completing warranty repairs on new motor vehicles within the coverage mileage and date, repairing and correcting motor vehicle recalls issued by the manufacturer and verifying repairs by test driving the motor vehicle.
Installing NCSHP equipment on new motor vehicles for issuance to enforcement members and removing equipment from motor vehicles taken out of service.
Installing aftermarket emergency equipment and decals on NCSHP vehicles.
Reading and interpreting Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals and using diagnostic tools to diagnose and determine the best course of action for complex system repairs.
Performing general automotive checks and repair in the following areas: alignment, brakes, climate control systems, drive train, engines, transmission repair and rebuild.
Troubleshooting complex vehicle repairs using the proper tools, resources, equipment and training.
Utilizing a rollback wrecker to transport NCSHP and other agencies' vehicles.
Utilizing specific software programs developed by Ford, GM or Chrysler to troubleshoot routine and complex vehicle repairs.
Identifying problems, determining possible solutions and actively working to resolve issues.
Performing duties while exerting moderate to heavy physical energy, with expectations of standing for the majority of the day.
Delivering a high level of comfort and trust to law enforcement personnel during daily operations and special assignments.
Maintaining a safe and clear work area conducive to efficient operations and following all OSHA and State regulations pertaining to motor vehicle repair.
Provide scheduled preventive maintenance, diagnosis and repair of motor vehicle problems, warranty repairs on new motor vehicles, repair and correction of motor vehicle recalls issued by the manufacturer and verifying repairs by test driving the motor vehicle.
Install NCSHP equipment on new motor vehicles for issuance to enforcement members and removing equipment from motor vehicles taken out of service.
The garage is responsible for the procurement, storage, and dispensing of gasoline and motor oil to state owned motor vehicles.