Automotive Maintenance Worker - Department General Services

Baltimore City; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore City Government is hiring an Automotive Maintenance Worker to perform safety checks and assist with installation, maintenance and repair of vehicles in a city shop. Successful candidates will have at least one year of automotive maintenance experience, a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial license, and the ability to work shifts including weekends.

Provisional licenses are not accepted. Applicants must pass background checks and drug testing; the position requires a six‑month

Qualifications

• One year of experience in automotive maintenance or repair.
• Valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license; provisional licenses not acceptable.
• Equivalency: one year of automotive coursework may substitute for six months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks on vehicles and assist with installation, maintenance and repairs.
• Work shifts including weekends and potential call-back.
• Operate in a shop environment with dirty, greasy conditions and fumes.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Driving ability

Vehicle maintenance basics

Follow instructions

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

SALARY RANGE:

$44,773.00 - $72,975.00 Annually

GET TO KNOW US

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

CLASS DEFINITION

An Automotive Maintenance Worker performs safety checks on vehicles and assists mechanics in performing installation, maintenance and repair work on cars and trucks. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work shift and weekend work and are subject to call-back. Work is performed in an automotive shop where dirty, greasy shop conditions and fumes are regularly encountered. Work requires moderate physical exertion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

_ On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: _

Experience: Have one year of experience in automotive maintenance or repair work.

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have completion of one year of the required coursework in an automotive mechanic curriculum in an accredited high school or vocational school may be substituted for six months of the experience requirement.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or an equivalent driver’s license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the tools used in automotive maintenance work.
• Ability to drive safely.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance work on vehicles.
• Ability to follow instruction

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

PROBATION

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month.

ELIGIBILITY

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

EDUCATION ACCREDITATION

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE: Employees must provide their own starter set of hand tools.

NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to this position will be required to submit to drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check.

_ This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. _ The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye

_If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye , Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II _ via email at [e-mail]

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.