Motorcycle Mechanic/Technician (20065321)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

3d • 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 from 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 engine components and other minor and major motorcycle parts, performs preventive maintenance on motorcycles, trucks, trailers, and equipment, and transports mobile trailer units and program materials. The role may involve exposure to dirt, loud noise, grease, dust, gas fumes, unpleasant weather, and on-call availability 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Required certification must be maintained to remain in the classification.

Requirements

• Automotive Service Excellence certification in at least four areas; two must be 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 Ohio Revised Code sections 4506.01 and 4506.12.
• The final applicant must submit to urinalysis before appointment to test for illegal drug use.
• A background check and BCI fingerprint check may be required; a comparative analysis and/or drug test may also be part of the hiring process.

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 carbureted and fuel-injected systems and use of 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 motorcycle parts and systems, including wheels, alternators, brakes, exhaust systems, electrical relays and wiring, fuel pumps, carburetors, handlebars, levers, spark plugs, valves, shocks, bodywork, and lights.
• Perform preventive maintenance and service on trucks, motorcycles, and equipment, including tuning gas engines, inspecting vehicles and trailers for damage, adjusting parts, changing fluids, and operating electronic tools.
• Transport mobile trailer units and load, unload, and transport motorcycles, equipment, and materials such as marking cones, paint, generators, and course materials.
• Maintain required certification to remain in the classification.

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, and 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, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation.

What This Job Offers

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