VERT II

State of North Carolina•Chatham County, NC

43d

About The Position

This is an extended posting through March 2, 2026, for Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II (VERT II) positions in Division 8. Multiple VERT II positions will be filled from this posting. Positions in this class perform skilled small engine, automotive, and/or heavy equipment repair. Work includes performance of a wide range of progressively responsible tasks involving the service, inspection, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of a diverse number of mechanical systems for a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment. Work ranges from inspection and service to highly complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software; conducting parts/systems failure analysis; and the calibration, adjustment and operation of engine analyzers. Positions must routinely determine materials, techniques and tools to accomplish work assignments. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system and ancillary components/equipment. Employees in this classification perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring work such as electrical, suspension, brake system repair, and /or fitting and repairing more complex ancillary and specialized equipment. The extent of repair work to be done may require consultation with a higher-level technician or a supervisor. Ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment, and diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment, prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair. Ability to understand both written and oral instructions and move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment. Ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes. Ability to work in an indoor and outdoor environment. Ability to demonstrate commitment to provide safe working environment by leading by example. Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals. Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and sketches and possesses the physical strength to move relatively heavy objects. Must be able to perform heavy lifting. Safety toe shoes are required for this position.

Requirements

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two (2) years of experience in the area of assignment, or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment
Diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment
Prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair
Ability to understand both written and oral instructions
Ability to move parts and material necessary to repair and maintain equipment
Ability to safely operate equipment for testing purposes
Ability to work in an indoor and outdoor environment
Ability to demonstrate commitment to provide safe working environment by leading by example
Ability to read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals
Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and sketches
Possesses the physical strength to move relatively heavy objects
Must be able to perform heavy lifting
Safety toe shoes are required for this position
May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

Nice To Haves

Experience in performing preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks and heavy equipment
Experience in diagnostics of basic electrical systems and proper repair of wiring
Experience in basic hydraulic system repairs including component replacement and hoses

Responsibilities

Service, inspection, repair, rebuild and diagnosis of a diverse number of mechanical systems for a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment
Mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software
Conducting parts/systems failure analysis
Calibration, adjustment and operation of engine analyzers
Electrical, suspension, brake system repair, and /or fitting and repairing more complex ancillary and specialized equipment
Repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment
Diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment
Prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair
Read and interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals
Read schematics, diagrams, and sketches