Automotive Technician (General)

Personnel Board of Jefferson County; Birmingham (AL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County is seeking an Automotive Technician (General) to perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles and equipment in compliance with established guidelines. This proactive role involves evaluating mechanical problems, ensuring effective repairs, and mentoring junior staff in a dynamic work environment that values both professional growth and operational excellence.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Paid holidays, sick and vacation leave

Qualifications

• Driver's license required.
• Completed coursework or certification program related to automotive repair.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing gasoline/diesel engines.

Responsibilities

• Perform journeyman-level tasks in mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Inspect equipment for maintenance needs and perform required repairs.
• Provide guidance to less experienced employees.

Skills

Diagnosing problems

Repairing brake systems

Hydraulic systems maintenance

Minor bodywork

Education

Driver's license

Completed coursework/certification program

Job description

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Job Summary

Automotive Technicians working within the Merit System are responsible for the performance of journeyman-level tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles and light trucks and other standard and specialized gasoline and diesel-powered equipment. Incumbents are expected to inspect equipment in order to determine the need for maintenance and/or repair work. Automotive Technicians may also provide guidance and assistance to less experienced employees working in the same unit. An employee in this position plans expected to carry out their work duties in accordance with instructions, policies, and accepted practice. Automotive Technicians receive their assignments through work orders or directly from their supervisor. Employees work under the direction of a supervisor but are expected to use independent judgment as to the method of repair needed to complete the assigned task. Automotive Technicians’ work is reviewed for technical conformance and consistency with practice and policy, and the work is checked by the supervisor while in progress, upon completion, through reports, and/or results obtained.

Compensation & Benefits

Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.

Target Close Date

07/07/2025

Pay Grade

Grade 20

Type

Full time

Job Summary

Automotive Technicians working within the Merit System are responsible for the performance of journeyman-level tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles and light trucks and other standard and specialized gasoline and diesel-powered equipment. Incumbents are expected to inspect equipment in order to determine the need for maintenance and/or repair work. Automotive Technicians may also provide guidance and assistance to less experienced employees working in the same unit. An employee in this position plans expected to carry out their work duties in accordance with instructions, policies, and accepted practice. Automotive Technicians receive their assignments through work orders or directly from their supervisor. Employees work under the direction of a supervisor but are expected to use independent judgment as to the method of repair needed to complete the assigned task. Automotive Technicians’ work is reviewed for technical conformance and consistency with practice and policy, and the work is checked by the supervisor while in progress, upon completion, through reports, and/or results obtained.

Compensation & Benefits

Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.

Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency.

Bessemer $20.82 - $32.31

Birmingham $21.48 - $33.32

Fultondale $22.59 - $35.05

Gardendale $24.58 - $38.13

Homewood $23.99 - $37.22

Irondale $25.06 - $38.88

Jefferson County $23.40 - $36.30

Midfield $16.76 - $26.01

Mountain Brook $26.57 - $41.21

Minimum Qualifications

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Driver's license.
• Completed coursework/certification program OR gained work experience in the following areas:
• Diagnosing problems with gasoline or diesel engines using manual tools and gauges.
• Diagnosing problems with gasoline or diesel engines using scan tools or a computer.
• Diagnosing and repairing brake systems.
• Diagnosing front and/or rear suspension problems (e.g. inside tire wear, trailer arms, tie rod, upper and lower control arms or differentials, etc.).
  
  

Typical Job Duties

• Performs minor bodywork on rolling stock as needed.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on hydraulic systems (e.g. braking systems, lifts, backhoes, loaders).
• Inspects equipment/rolling stock before and after completing work and reads reference materials to guide maintenance and repairs.
• Fabricates parts for equipment and/or rolling stock.
• Performs preventive maintenance (PM) and tune-ups on rolling stock such as cars and light trucks, heavy trucks (e.g., street sweeper, bucket truck), and/or heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozer, backhoe) based on each vehicle’s or equipment’s PM schedule.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on law enforcement, fire department, and other emergency equipment.
• Performs repairs on cars and light trucks, heavy trucks (e.g., street sweeper, bucket truck), and/or heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozer, backhoe) as needed.
• Maintains building, grounds, and equipment.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on small air-cooled engines such as lawn mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, motorcycles, generators.
• Repairs or replaces tires on equipment/rolling stock using appropriate tools and apparatus.
• Goes to worksites to retrieve equipment or make repairs.
  
  

Physical Demands

Job involves significant and concerted physical exertion required for regular prolonged periods of carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or walking. Involves lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Work involves the ability to read small numbers and letters on meters.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in employer-owned facilities such as workshop and involves the use of electrical, gas, or air-powered tools and equipment such as metal cutters, welding equipment, and pneumatic wrench. Work may be conducted in cramped work spaces requiring extended periods in contorted body positions and exposure to contaminates such as dust, gasoline, and/or caustic chemicals, and to potential mechanical and moving vehicle hazards. Work involves exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold), working around uneven, cluttered, and slippery surfaces, high vibration and loud noise (e.g. industrial and repair equipment).

Eeo Statement

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

Accommodation

To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at [e-mail] or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.

Note

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

Disclaimer

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

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