Automotive Mechanic

Davita Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university seeks an Automotive Mechanic for maintenance and repair of its fleet. The ideal candidate will perform skilled work across a variety of vehicles, ensuring safety and effectiveness through independent judgment and technical manuals. This role promises a dynamic work environment in Washington, D.C with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental

Tuition assistance

Work-life balance benefits

Qualifications

• 1-5 years or equivalent experience in a repair facility.
• Must be proficient in Automotive and transit air conditioning systems.
• CFC certification in AC and Class B CDL driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles and engine-powered equipment.
• Requisition parts based on diagnostics and manufacturer's specifications.
• Test equipment after maintenance/repair to ensure proper operation.

Skills

Problem Diagnosis

Repair

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Schematics

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer Scan Tools

Volt Meter

Job description

Automotive Mechanic

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Automotive Mechanic performs journey level skilled work involving the repair and preventive maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and other engine-powered equipment. They exercise independent judgement under minimum supervision to carry out preventive maintenance and repairs, determining the causes of vehicle and equipment operating problems by tracing, locating, and diagnosing defects. The incumbent selects and safely uses proper tools, equipment, devices, manuals, references and efficient procedures and techniques. Making permanent and timely repairs to equipment and vehicles, additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Work on gasoline, diesel, and alternatively fueled equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, electronic and computer controlled utility systems, controls, and features.
  
• Tear down components and assemblies on vehicles by removing parts such as pistons, valves, bearings, gears and cylinders.
  
• Thoroughly test equipment and vehicles after maintenance/repair work is completed, connecting, meshing, aligning, and adjusting items and systems to assure proper operation of the computer system or vehicle.
  
• Requisition parts based on the vehicles diagnostics and manufacturer's specifications or as directed by the supervisor.
  
• Work independently, and when required with other mechanics to perform all preventive maintenance and repair assignments in accordance with technical manuals, illustrations, specifications, diagrams, schematics and similar guides.
  
• Ensure that work passes performance tests administered by the lead Mechanic, reading and interpreting sketches, specifications, and services manuals.
  
• Complete and submit forms and documents as required to ensure that information is properly recorded and stored.
  
• Record actions taken in response to work orders and other requests, entering such information on forms, documents, and/or into a computerized record system.
  
• Remain up-to-date on department, University, and applicable trade codes and regulations.
  

Work Interactions

This position reports directly to Garage Supervisor along with five other mechanic positions. The incumbent's work is limited to the shift assigned and provides and receives information and instruction from the supervisor or designee. The incumbent's work constitutes a direct service of the department in ensuring comfortable, safe and clean equipment for the University.

Requirements and Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required
  
• 1-5 years or equivalent experience in a repair facility
  
• Requires any combination of technical education and experiences equivalent to years of verifiable experience in problem diagnosis, repair and inspection of a variety of automotive vehicles and engine-powered equipment
  
• Must be able to perform technical trades work in maintaining and repairing Diesel Buses, Automobiles, trucks and other engine powered equipment; This includes utility carts, lawnmowers, generators and other small engine equipment
  
• Must be able to follow manufacture's repair manuals and use hand and specialty tools
  
• Must be proficient in Automotive and transit Air conditioning systems, air brakes, emissions devices and fuel injection systems
  
• Must be able to diagnose and understand electrical schematics use Volt meter and computer scan tools
  
• Must be CFC certified in AC and possess Class B CDL driver's license
  
• ASE certification a plus
  

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

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EEO Statement:

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Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.


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