AUTO MECHANIC I

Bladen County; Elizabethtown (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bladen County's Motor Pool is seeking an Auto Mechanic I to inspect, troubleshoot, and perform routine to moderately complex maintenance on County vehicles, including emergency response and law enforcement fleets, and to operate wrecker services.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 2–3 years of vehicle maintenance experience, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to read technical manuals; NC inspections and record-keeping are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma supplemented by two to three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and light equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
• Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to prepare written and oral reports in a concise, clear and effective manner; ability to prepare and maintain accurate and up-to-date vehicle maintenance records.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance on County, Law Enforcement, and Emergency Response vehicles; orders parts.
• Maintains maintenance records for all vehicles.
• Schedules maintenance work for all vehicles.
• Performs North Carolina vehicle inspections and reports.
• Provides wrecker service.
• Diagnoses trouble codes on vehicle computers.
• Reviews repair orders, trouble codes, and parts catalogs.
• Prepares vehicle inspection logs and quotes for outside repairs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Vehicle maintenance

Reading technical materials

Written reports

Oral communication

Education

High school diploma and 2-3 years vehicle maintenance experience

Tools

Air wrenches

Hand wrenches

Axle puller

Brake lathe

Vehicle lift

Computer software

Job description

An employee in this class inspects, troubleshoots, and performs routine to moderately complex maintenance and repair work on County vehicles. Work involves performing all mechanical work on all the County vehicles such as trucks, small engines, etc., inspecting all vehicles, and obtaining parts for the vehicles; performing all Emergency Response vehicles and military vehicles; towing vehicles; performing wrecker service; and serving as Fork Lift Operator. Reports to the Motor Pool Supervisor.

• Performs maintenance to all County vehicles, Law Enforcement vehicles, and Emergency Response vehicles; orders parts.
• Maintains records of maintenance performed on all vehicles.
• Schedules work on all the vehicles.
• Performs and prepares North Carolina inspections and reports.
• Provides wrecker service.
• Diagnoses trouble codes on the vehicles computer.
• Receives and/or review various records and reports such as repair orders, computer trouble codes, parts catalog, North Carolina inspections, and trouble code manual.
• Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as Vehicle Inspection Logs, Vehicle Condition Reports, and quotes for outside repairs.
• Refers to policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as fork lift, air conditioner machine, transmission machine, vehicle lift, tire machine, etc.
• Uses a variety of tools such as air wrenches, hand wrenches, axle puller, grader, brake lather, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as oil, Freon, transmission fluid, filters, tires, etc.; and a variety of computer software.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Operations Director, Sheriff, parts vendor, Emergency Response, and the general public.
• Answers the telephone to provide assistance to caller, takes message or transfers caller to appropriate personnel.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of the Motor Pool Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Auto Mechanic I.
• Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform maintenance and repairs of County vehicles.
• Ability to perform duties in a timely manner to ensure maximum number of vehicles available to accommodate daily transportation needs.
• Ability to respond to breakdowns and resolve mechanical difficulties in a timely manner.
• Ability to operate and maintain vehicles with skill and safety; is able to use and operate assigned tools and equipment with skill and safety.
• Ability to offer assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
• Ability to prepare written and oral reports in a concise, clear and effective manner; ability to prepare and maintain accurate and up-to-date vehicle maintenance records.
• Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.
• Knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations.
• Knowledge of and is able to use modern office practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals. and members of the public through contact and cooperation.
• Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.

Physical Requirements

Work in this class is defined as heavy work requiring physical exertion of in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Employee has to perform physical activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling talking, and hearing. Employee must have the visual acuity to visually inspect small defects or parts, operation or inspection of machines and emergency vehicles, use measurement devices, and to determine the neatness and accuracy of work assigned. Employee must have the stamina to work for extended periods.

Working Conditions

Work is performed inside and in outside environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold with snow and ice. Employee is subject to noise which may cause the employee to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Employee is subject to vibration, such as exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body and is also subject to workplace hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts or exposure to chemicals, oils and fuels. Employee is subject to atmospheric conditions due to exposure to fumes, odors, dusts and oils. May work in close quarters, crawl spaces and other areas which could cause claustrophobia.

Minimum Education and Experience

Requires a high school diploma supplemented by two to three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and light equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirement

Valid North Carolina Driver’s License

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Disclaimer

This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. Bladen County reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

September 2024

BLADEN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

BLADEN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER