Automotive Mechanic I - Repair and Maintenance Operations Section (Support District Unit)
Hawaiʻi State Department of Education
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Job summary
The Hawaii State Department of Education is seeking an Automotive Mechanic I to service a range of motorized equipment, from trucks to graders. This full-time position requires strong mechanical and electrical repair skills and the ability to manage apprentices and helpers on large projects.
Applicants must have four years of full-time experience or completion of a four-year apprenticeship, with knowledge of automotive systems and safety practices.
Qualifications
- Four (4) years of full-time work experience in or successful completion of a four (4)-year apprenticeship program for auto mechanic in motor equipment repair work under a journeyman mechanic or equivalent.
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Knowledge of practices, tools, materials and equipment used in the automotive mechanic trade.
- Ability to operate and adjust motorized equipment and perform overhauls.
Responsibilities
- Repairs mechanical and electrical parts of motorized equipment and makes necessary adjustments.
- Replaces worn or defective parts and reassembles components.
- Sets timing mechanisms and adjusts brakes, ignition systems, wheel alignments and running gear.
- Instructs automotive helpers or apprentices as part of an organized program.
- Leads a group of automotive mechanics on large repair jobs and reports progress to supervision.
Skills
Job description
This posting is being used to fill various Automotive Mechanic I positions at the specified location.
Automotive Mechanic I, BC-10: $6,309.00 per month
Repairs broken, worn and otherwise damaged mechanical and electrical parts of motorized equipment in trucks, automobiles, bulldozers, motor graders, cranes or rollers and makes the necessary adjustments to keep such equipment in a satisfactory working condition; replaces broken, worn and defective parts such as gears, shafts and bearings; makes adjustments to correct faults such as imperfectly operating tie rods and steering gear or poor wheel alignment; makes adjustments to such parts as motor, brakes and ignition system; disassembles parts of the vehicles such as the motor, differential, transmission and running gear, removing each individual piece and examining it carefully for wear, breaks and otherwise undesirable characteristics; clean each part with gasoline to expose breaks or worn places; replaces worn or broken parts and reassembles the pieces in their respective places, tightening lock nuts, sets screws, bolts and nuts securely and evenly; checks moving parts and makes necessary adjustments to assure that alignments and clearances are proper; adjusts and sets timing mechanism; occasionally makes wheel repairs to motorized equipment such as bulldozers, motor graders and tractors; occasionally repairs dented fenders and truck bodies and patching where necessary; instructs a group of automotive mechanic helpers or wards or inmates as part of an organized apprenticeship program and teaches them the techniques of the trade; periodically checks on work progress and makes reports for appropriate supervisor; leads a group of automotive mechanics when performing large repair jobs requiring use of more than one automotive mechanic.
Experience and Training Requirements: Applicant must possess:
- Four (4) years of full-time work experience in or successful completion of a four (4)-year apprenticeship program for auto mechanic in motor equipment repair work under a journeyman mechanic or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Knowledge of: Practices, tools, materials and equipment used in the automotive mechanic trade; shop practices and methods; occupational hazards and safety measures applicable to the trade; principles of internal combustion engines and automotive parts and adjustment of specific types and makes of motorized equipment and accessories.
Ability to: Operates motorized equipment; estimates material, parts, and labor necessary to perform an overhaul job; operates the various machines and equipment used in adjusting, maintaining and repairing motorized equipment; locates and adjusts mechanical defects and makes necessary repairs to motorized equipment; does welding and simple sheet metal and blacksmith work; makes working sketches and drawings; gives and receives both oral and written instructions.
Applicant must be able to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted, and lift/carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment (e.g., hoisting equipment, and truck).
Applicant must possess a valid, current driver's license.
Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.
Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one year of experience, not one and a half years.
Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below:
- A copy of the applicant’s TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report;
- A signed letter from the applicant’s supervisor that includes the applicant’s name, his/her TA job title, the TA start and end dates (from mm/yy to mm/yy), his/her specific TA duties performed, and either the TA hours worked per week or total TA hours worked; or,
- Copies of the applicant’s signed SF-10 Forms.
Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents that were attached to applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on and after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education.
Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. Making yourself available for temporary positions increases your employment possibilities and may lead to permanent opportunities. A person hired for a temporary position may also become a temporary employee upon satisfactory completion of the initial probation period of at least six months. Once a temporary employee, you would be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits as afforded to an employee in a permanent position, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force.
The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.
New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.
- Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
- Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year.
- Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
- Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
- Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
- Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a before-tax basis.
- Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
- Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
- Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
- Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
- Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
- Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
- Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.
The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.
Do you possess a current, valid driver's license? NOTE: To receive credit, you must submit a clear copy of your driver's license. A conditional/instructional permit to drive is not acceptable.
- Yes
- No
These positions require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and/or lift and carry up to 100 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment (e.g., hoisting equipment, hand truck).
Are you able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and/or lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistance?
- Yes
- No
Have you successfully completed an automotive apprenticeship program?
If answered "Yes", you must submit copies of official documentation verifying the completion of the apprenticeship program.
- Yes
- No
If you are currently attending an automotive apprenticeship program, please provide the following information:
- Name of institution/organization;
- Complete dates of apprenticeship (from and to, example: month/year - present); and,
- Number of hours completed.
Note: If you are not attending an automotive apprenticeship program, please type "None" in the space provided.
Do you possess four (4) years of full-time work experience in repairing motorized equipment under a journeyman automotive mechanic?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, list all employment periods that you would like considered for the Automotive Mechanic I. If you held more than one job title for the same employer, list each position separately. Copying/Pasting or giving reference to your resume as an answer to this question will result in your application being deemed incomplete. The experiences you list must also be included in the Work Experience section of your application. Please include the following information:
- Name of your employer;
- Your official job title;
- The primary function of your position;
- Dates Employed (from month/year to month/year);
- Average Hours Worked per Week;
- Number of employees you supervised and their jobs title; and,
- Detailed, but concise description of your duties and responsibilities.
Note: Failure to provide all information will result in your application being rejected as incomplete.
- Checking coolant levels
- Checking tire air pressure
- Lubricating steering and suspension components
- Checking oil levels
- Changing oil and oil filters
- Operating a vehicle hoist
- None of the above
- Testing antifreeze percentages
- Pressure-testing cooling systems
- Replacing hoses
- Replacing radiators
- Replacing thermostats
- Replacing water pumps
- None of the above
- Testing batteries
- Testing alternators
- Testing starter draws
- Replacing drive belts
- Replacing alternators
- Replacing starters
- None of the above
- Replacing air filters
- Replacing fuel filters
- Testing fuel pressure
- None of the above
- Inspecting brake linings
- Adjusting and bleeding brake systems
- Replacing brake pads
- Removing brake rotors
- Replacing brake shoes
- Replacing wheel cylinders
- None of the above
- Inspecting suspension and steering systems for loose or missing components
- Replacing shocks
- Replacing idler arms
- Replacing struts
- None of the above
- Replacing spark plugs and cables
- Testing compression
- Adjusting valve clearance
- Replacing timing belts
- Replacing cylinder heads
- None of the above
- My documents are attached to this application.
- My documents were attached to a previously submitted application.
- I may or may not submit my documents at a later date. I understand that my application will be evaluated based on the information available at that time.
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