Motorcycle Mechanic/Technician (20065321)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Ohio Traffic Safety Office is hiring a Motorcycle Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair program motorcycles and related equipment. The position is based at 1970 West Broad Street in Columbus, Ohio, and works 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is a permanent, full-time classified position represented by OCSEA, paying $25.61 per hour.

The technician repairs and replaces motorcycle engines and components, performs preventive maintenance and service on motorcycles, trucks, trailers, generators, and batteries, and helps transport mobile trailer units, motorcycles, equipment, and materials. The position may involve exposure to dirt, loud noise, grease, dust, gas fumes, unpleasant weather, and other challenging conditions. The employee may be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and must maintain required certification to remain in the classification.

Requirements

• Automotive Service Excellence certification in at least four areas.
• Among the required certifications, two must be either A1 (Engine Repair) and A8 (Engine Performance), or T2 (Diesel Engines) and T8 (Preventive Maintenance Inspection).
• A valid commercial driver's license is required if the motor equipment is of a type and size regulated by sections 4506.01 and 4506.12 of the Ohio Revised Code.
• The final applicant must submit to urinalysis before appointment; a positive result for illegal drug use will prevent an offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Strong experience diagnosing and repairing a wide range of motorcycle models using modern tools and industry best practices.
• Expertise in engine overhauls, electrical system troubleshooting, brake and suspension repair, and performance tuning.
• Proficiency with both carbureted and fuel-injected systems.
• Comfort using advanced diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
• Thorough understanding of safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to communicate mechanical issues clearly and work efficiently and independently in a shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Replace or repair cylinders, pistons, and transmissions.
• Repair or replace minor and major parts on program motorcycles and equipment, including wheels, alternators, brake systems, exhaust systems, electrical relays and wiring, fuel pumps, carburetors, handlebars, levers, spark plugs, valves, shocks, body work, and lights.
• Perform preventive maintenance and service on trucks, motorcycles, and equipment, including tuning gas engines, inspecting motorcycles, trucks, and trailers for damage, adjusting parts, changing fluids, and operating electronic tools.
• Transport mobile trailer units and load, unload, and transport motorcycles, program equipment, and materials such as marking cones, paint, generators, and course materials.
• Maintain required certification.

Benefits

• Multiple pay increases over the first years of service.
• Free parking.
• Free on-site gym.
• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems and optional deferred compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed