This is a highly skilled mechanic position involving responsibility for completing the more complex, detailed, and involved repairs to automotive equipment such as passenger vehicles, trucks (including school buses, vans, pickups, environmental services equipment), grounds maintenance equipment (including tractors, lawn mowers, snow removal equipment) and tools and equipment. The employee is required to perform the full range of mechanics duties, but is distinguished from the lower level position, Automotive Mechanic, by responsibility for major overhauls and repairs involving complete disassembly and assembly of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and vacuum and air brakes; and complete re-wiring of major equipment. Employees of this class may work under unpleasant working conditions including extremes of heat and cold, noxious fumes and odors, wet, damp, and cramped working areas. Work is performed independently or with a repair team under limited supervision. General direction is available from a mechanic supervisor or other higher-level staff person for non-routine, difficult or costly repairs. A Senior Automotive Mechanic may be required to be a lead mechanic over lower-level mechanics. Does related work as required.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees