Motor Vehicle Mechanic Helper

Amentum•Ann Arbor, MI

About The Position

Cleans, inspects, and performs light maintenance on light-duty motor vehicles. Assists with picking up and delivering test vehicles and drives specified routes to collect on-road data. Supports mechanics and engineers with other garage- and lab-related tasks as requested. Maintains vehicle service records and inventories automotive parts, fluids, cleaning supplies, and equipment.

Requirements

High school graduate.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in an automotive-industry-related business.
Experience with inventory control, ordering materials, stocking, and storing automotive-related items.
Experience with vehicle cleaning, oil changes, tire repair, and basic vehicle maintenance, repair, or restoration.
Proficient with personal computers and tablets, with some experience using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to drive light-duty commercial trucks and manual-transmission vehicles.
Extensive customer service and support work experience.
Some prior experience with workplace safety programs.
Well organized and comfortable multitasking daily.
Fewer than 4 points on driving record and no DUI, visibly impaired, or reckless driving charges in the past 5 years.

Nice To Haves

Vehicle knowledge and/or experience driving test vehicles.
CDL Class A license.
Prior experience installing vehicle- or engine-related instrumentation.
Some experience with major vehicle repairs and a passion for working with motor vehicles.
State of Michigan Auto Repair Certifications.

Responsibilities

Clean, inspect, and perform light maintenance on light-duty motor vehicles.
Assist with picking up and delivering test vehicles.
Drive specified routes to collect on-road data.
Assist mechanics and engineers with garage- and lab-related tasks as requested.
Maintain vehicle service records.
Maintain inventory of automotive parts, fluids, cleaning supplies, and equipment.