Auto Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Auto Mechanic I - One (1) year of experience in motor vehicle repair.
• Auto Mechanic II - Three (3) years of experience in motor vehicle repair.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must provide written consent for Arlington County to obtain from previous employer's information required by Department of Transportation (DOT) agency regulations concerning drug and alcohol testing information.
• Must pass a pre-employment alcohol breath test and drug screening.
• Will be subject to drug screening as required by federal, state, and local standards and policies during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing diagnostic testing and corrective repairs on a diverse fleet including heavy equipment, fire apparatus, buses, and/or light vehicles in a municipal, government, or large-fleet environment.
• Experience in emergency vehicle repair on fire trucks, fire apparatus, and medic units.
• Repairing diesel engines (Cummins, Caterpillar, Detroit, or International), transmissions (Allison, Fuller, or Eaton), or hydraulic systems.
• Performing computerized diagnostic testing to troubleshoot complex engine, mechanical, or electrical problems.
• Training other mechanics.
• Possession of National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.
• Possession of CDL "A" or "B" licensure with endorsements.
• Possession of VA State Safety Inspector License.

Responsibilities

• Performing diagnosis, corrective repair, and preventive maintenance on diesel, gasoline, hybrid, and electric vehicles and equipment, including light, heavy, construction, and/or emergency vehicles.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing malfunctions in automotive mechanical, hydraulic, air brake, air conditioning, and electrical systems using computerized diagnostic scanning tools, test equipment, and visual inspection.
• Performing Virginia State Safety and Emissions Inspections.
• Applying special features to vehicles such as snowplows; and preparing vehicles for snow removal operations.
• Completing road tests, roadside repairs, and vehicle transport to/from vendors or manufacturers as directed by supervisor.
• Cleaning and maintaining tools, shop, equipment, and work area; completing work order and state inspection documentation.
• Performing highly complex corrective repairs and modifications (Auto Mechanic II).
• Determining scope and sequence of repairs (Auto Mechanic II).
• Providing repair feasibility recommendations on transmissions and related components (Auto Mechanic II).
• Training, mentoring, and monitoring the work of Auto Mechanic I's (Auto Mechanic II).
• Acting as Trades Manager/Leader I in their absence and assigning work orders accordingly (Auto Mechanic II).
• Performing other job-related duties as required or as directed by supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Great benefits package
• Defined Benefit (pension) plan