MOTOR VEHICLE TECH III

Lower Rio Grande Valley D • Weslaco, TX

86d

About The Position

Performs entry-level motor vehicle maintenance and repair work. Work involves repairing or replacing worn or broken parts; performing preventive maintenance activities; and servicing motor vehicle equipment and related gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel engine-powered equipment. May train others. Works under close supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs maintenance, diagnosis, repair, or replacement of defective components on motor vehicles. Performs safety and emissions inspections. Exchange, rebuilds, and overhauls motors, transmissions, differentials, and other motor vehicle components and systems. Distributes motor vehicle supplies. Inventories parts and equipment. Maintains records on the operation and repair of motor vehicles and other equipment. May assist in the development of training programs. May maintain and repair heavy construction equipment. May train others. Performs other such related duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

• Experience in motor vehicle maintenance and repair work.
• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent, supplemented by technical courses in motor vehicle maintenance and repair is generally preferred.
• Knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of safety practices and principles of departmental policies and record-keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of electrical and computerized systems and emission control systems.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to locate and diagnose defective mechanical operations.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to communicate in English and Spanish is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Two certifications from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence.
• Texas Motor Vehicle Safety Inspector license.
• Texas Certified Tow Operator.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace worn or broken parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities.
• Service motor vehicle equipment and related engine-powered equipment.
• Train others.
• Perform maintenance, diagnosis, repair, or replacement of defective components on motor vehicles.
• Perform safety and emissions inspections.
• Exchange, rebuild, and overhaul motors, transmissions, differentials, and other motor vehicle components and systems.
• Distribute motor vehicle supplies.
• Inventory parts and equipment.
• Maintain records on the operation and repair of motor vehicles and other equipment.
• Assist in the development of training programs.
• Maintain and repair heavy construction equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Valid Texas Commercial driver’s license.

What This Job Offers

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