ASE Auto Technician I–II (Vehicle Maintenance & Diagnostics)

Orange County Sheriff's Office; Orlando (FL); On-site; Full time

Job description

Starting pay: $39,145 or $40,331 with 3+ years of experience

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs advanced maintenance and repairs on agency vehicles, trucks, trailers, and small equipment.

Depending on assignment the employee may be required to work evening, midnight and/or weekend shifts. Shift times may vary.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
• U.S. Citizen or possess a current permanent resident card.
• Clean criminal history; any arrest history will be individually evaluated.
• No illegal drug usage within the past year. Other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
• Must have valid Florida driver’s license.
• Must attend and successfully complete the agency sponsored Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations (LEVO) Training assignment includes driving agency vehicle. Use of agency vehicle would require appropriate driving history and passing agency biennial driver’s physical exam.
• Ability to conduct routine maintenance on vehicles and perform road calls on agency vehicles.
• Ability to evaluate vehicles, diagnose driver’s concerns, and determine services or repairs needed. Perform maintenance on a variety of vehicles and specialty equipment, to include motorcycles, trainer, generators, etc.
• Ability to adjust, clean, repair, replace, and install defective, missing, and/or damaged components for gas and diesel vehicles and related equipment. Perform maintenance on computerized engines, transmissions, brakes, fuel, ignitions, drivelines, and electronic systems.
• Ability to install accessories and equipment in agency vehicles, including lights, cages, two-way radio systems, radar devices, drivecams, trailer hitches, generators, and recording devices. Install and remove vehicle wrap, decals, and window tints.
• Ability to repair and replace tires on agency vehicles. Conduct a balance assessment on tires.
• Ability to perform general clerical duties to include typing, maintaining daily vehicle logs, and documenting monthly vehicle consumptions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from senior management and agency personnel.
• Must have basic computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
• Must have an advanced knowledge of vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Depending on certifications, may be required to perform one or more of the following in addition to the regularly assigned duties:
• Evaluate and repair hybrid vehicles, including the battery and generator components.
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring related to vehicle electronic systems.

Requirements:

Auto Technician (Mechanic)

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) AND two (2) years related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Starting pay: $39,145 or $40,331 with 3+ years of experience

Auto Technician I (Mechanic I)

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) AND two (2) years related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have two (2) current National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.

Salary Range: $41,142/yr - $63,169/yr. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, and/or experience.

Auto Technician II (Mechanic II)

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) AND two (2) years related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have four (4) current National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.

Salary Range: $43,160/yr - $66,331/yr. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, and/or experience.

Auto Technician III (Mechanic III)

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) AND two (2) years related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have eight (8) current National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.

Salary Range: $47,632/yr - $73,174/yr. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, and/or experience.

PROCESSING & TRAINING

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

Some positions, depending on the responsibilities, may require the candidate to successfully pass a physical or other selection processes when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, smell, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. Minimal exposure to bodily fluids and/or blood may occur.

Work is generally performed in a vehicle maintenance workshop. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Orange County Sheriff's Office may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.