AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

Fulton County

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Fulton County is seeking an Automotive Technician in the Department of Real Estate and Asset Management to perform maintenance and repair on county vehicles and light equipment.

The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and inspecting automotive systems, maintaining thorough repair records, and complying with safety procedures. A Georgia driver’s license is required, with the CDL Class B endorsement to be obtained within six months of employment.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in automotive mechanics or related field.
Two years of experience in automotive mechanics or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Services or replaces components in vehicle systems (ignition, brake, electrical, heating, cooling, fuel, suspension).
Diagnoses, refurbishes, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds vehicle mechanical systems (engines, drivetrains, brakes, electrical).
Troubleshoots and repairs using breakout boxes, engine analyzers, and electronic scan equipment.
Performs vehicle emission and safety inspections; maintains repair records for parts, fluids, labor and mileage.
Performs preventive maintenance (oil changes, fluid checks).
Maintains clean work area and stores tools; uses wrecker equipment to receive disabled vehicles.
Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Automotive mechanics

Policy understanding

Learning ability

Education

High School diploma or GED with automotive training

Job description

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE AND ASSET MANAGEMENT

Please refrain from attaching personal and identifiable information: Driver’s License, Photo on Resumes, DD214, Vaccination cards, etc

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by vocational or technical training in automotive mechanics or a related field; supplemented by two years of experience in automotive mechanics; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Resumes are welcomed without personal and identifiable information.

Specific License or Certification Required

Must posses a valid state of Georgia Driver's License.

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification is preferred.

Must obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with passenger and hazardous endorsement within six months of employment.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Veterans’ Preference

Qualifying veterans will be given preference in the form of a guaranteed invitation to interview for any position to which they applied and have been found to have met the minimum qualifications. Veterans’ preference provides for hiring preference on initial appointment only.

Examination

The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified. If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE SUBMITTED. PLEASE REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS FOR ACCURACY AND MAKE ALL CORRECTIONS BEFORE SUBMITTAL BECAUSE ERRORS CAN RESULT IN NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. WE DO NOT ACCEPT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AFTER APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT.

Purpose Of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to perform mechanical duties relating to automotive and light equipment service and repair, including inspecting, repairing, and maintaining County vehicles; servicing and/or replacing components in vehicles; and overhauling and rebuilding systems. Automotive Technician is distinguished from Senior Automotive Technician in that the latter is a journey-level position responsible for providing lead direction in diagnosing, inspecting, repairing, refurbishing, overhauling, and/or rebuilding heavy and light vehicles, equipment, components, systems, and accessories; for County equipment and vehicles.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Services or replaces components in vehicle systems, such as ignition, brake, electrical, heating, cooling, fuel, and suspension systems.

Diagnoses, refurbishes, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds vehicle mechanical systems, including engines, drive trains, brakes, and electrical, fuel, and ignition systems.

Troubleshoots and performs repairs using breakout boxes, engine analyzers, and electronic scan equipment.

Performs vehicle emission and safety inspections to ensure all vehicles pass inspections and makes repairs and adjustments as required.

Maintains repair records of the amount of parts, fluids, labor, repair work, and mileage for each vehicle and/or equipment.

Performs preventive maintenance, including changing oil and filters and checking fluids.

Performs work area cleanup, including cleaning and storing tools, and sweeping the floors.

Utilizes wrecker equipment to receive disabled vehicles.

Additional Functions

Performs other related duties as required.

For Applicants With Prior Military Service

We strongly encourage veterans, prior military and transitioning service members to apply. Many of the competencies and transferable skills developed through military service directly support success in this role, including:

Leadership under pressure

Maintains steady judgment and professionalism when responding to urgent vehicle breakdowns or time-sensitive repair needs; Prioritizes critical repairs during emergencies or high-demand operations; Guides drivers and staff on safe temporary solutions when issues arise.

Operational Planning & Execution

Plans, schedules, and executes maintenance tasks to keep county vehicles safe, reliable, and compliant; Follows preventive maintenance schedules for sedans, SUVs, vans, and light-duty fleet vehicles; Tracks parts, tools, and repair timelines to minimize downtime; Documents inspections, repairs, and diagnostics for compliance and future reference.

Adaptability & Rapid Problem Solving

Quickly diagnoses mechanical issues and adjusts repair strategies as new information emerges; Troubleshoots electrical, engine, brake, and suspension problems under tight deadlines; Finds alternative repair methods when parts or resources are limited; Adapts to shifting priorities based on operational needs or emergency calls.

Team Cohesion & Communication

Works collaboratively with technicians, drivers, supervisors, and field staff to maintain safe and functional vehicles; Communicates repair status clearly to operators and leadership; Coordinates with parts suppliers and other departments to complete repairs efficiently.

Safety & Risk Awareness

Identifies hazards and follows strict safety protocols to protect workers and equipment; Uses proper lockout/tagout procedures during repairs; Recognizes mechanical issues that pose safety risks and escalates them promptly; Handles tools, chemicals, and equipment according to safety standards.

Technical & Equipment Proficiency

Operates diagnostic tools, repair equipment, and automotive systems with expertise; Uses computerized diagnostic systems to identify engine, electrical, and sensor faults; Repairs brakes, steering, suspension, cooling systems, and drivetrains; Performs component replacement, testing, and calibration for modern fleet vehicles.

Performance Aptitudes

Data Utilization

Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.

Human Interaction

Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization

Requires the ability to operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and/or rapid adjustments.

Verbal Aptitude

Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude

Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.

Functional Reasoning

Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning

Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetics, disability or sexual orientation.

The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Human Resources Management Department. Do you accept these conditions?

What is your highest level of education completed?

High School Diploma/ G.E.D. Equivalent/Vocational Training
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate's Degree
None of the Above

In what field of study related to this position do you possess an Vocational Training, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree and Doctorate's Degree or have earned college credits?

Automotive Engineering Technology
Automotive Restoration
Automotive Technology
Automotive Communication
Automotive Diesel Technology
Diesel Technology
None of the Above

If you have received some college credits related to this position, but DID NOT receive your degree, how many college credits did you earn?

0 - 29 Semester Hours
30 - 59 Semester Hours
60 - 89 Semester Hours
90 -119 Semester Hours
0 - 44 Quarter Hours
45 - 89 Quarter Hours
90 - 134 Quarter Hours
135 - 179 Quarter Hours
Does not Apply

How many years of work experience do you have in the field of automotive mechanics?

0 to 5 months
6 months to 1 year
1 year to 2 years
2 years or more

Do you currently possess a valid Driver's license from any State within the United States?

Do you possess a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement? If yes, please upload and attach a copy to this application.

This position requires a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with passenger and hazardous endorsement. If you are selected for employment for this position, you are required to obtain this license within six (6) months of employment. If you are unable to obtain this license, you will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Do you accept this mandatory requirement?

How many years experience do you have in testing diagnosing and repairing alternative fuel vehicles?