Automotive Technician (Heavy Truck)

Personnel Board of Jefferson County; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 43,105 - 70,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension)

Generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave

Job summary

A local government agency in Birmingham is hiring Automotive Technicians to perform mechanical repair and maintenance on heavy trucks and related equipment. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 180 days. Responsibilities also include inspecting equipment, diagnosing issues, and performing preventive maintenance in a physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain CDL within 180 days of hire.
• Experience in area-specific diagnostics and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on heavy trucks and conduct maintenance on hydraulic systems.
• Inspect equipment before and after work.
• Perform preventive maintenance and tune-ups on heavy trucks.

Skills

Diagnosing problems with diesel engines

Performing repairs on diesel engines

Electrical repairs on automobiles and trucks

Inspecting and repairing steering and suspension

Inspecting and repairing air brake systems

Education

Completion of coursework/certification program

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Overview

Automotive Technicians working with Heavy Trucks are responsible for performing journeyman-level tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy-duty trucks, garbage packers, and other standard and specialized gasoline and diesel-powered equipment. Incumbents inspect equipment to determine maintenance or repair needs, may provide guidance to less experienced employees, and plan duties in accordance with instructions, policies, and accepted practice. Assignments are received through work orders or from the supervisor, and work is reviewed for technical conformance and policy compliance.

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. Pay ranges vary by Merit System employing agency.

Examples by location: Bessemer $43,305 - $67,204; Birmingham $45,136 - $70,012; Homewood $49,899 - $77,417; Irondale $52,124 - $80,870; Jefferson County $48,672 - $75,504.

Minimum Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of hire.
• Completion of coursework/certification program OR gained work experience in area-specific diagnostics and repairs, including:
• Diagnosing problems with diesel engines using manual tools and gauges.
• Diagnosing problems with gasoline or diesel engines using scan tools or a computer.
• Performing repairs on diesel and gasoline engines.
• Performing electrical repairs on automobiles and trucks.
• Inspecting and repairing steering and suspension.
• Inspecting and repairing air brake systems.

Typical Job Duties

• Performs repairs on heavy trucks and conducts maintenance on hydraulic systems (e.g., braking systems, lifts, backhoes, loaders).
• Inspects equipment before and after work and consults reference materials to guide maintenance and repairs.
• Fabricates parts for equipment and/or rolling stock as needed.
• Performs preventive maintenance (PM) and tune-ups on heavy trucks and equipment (e.g., street sweeper, bucket truck, garbage truck) according to PM schedules.
• Maintains building, grounds, and equipment; repairs or replaces tires on equipment/rolling stock.
• Attends worksites to retrieve equipment or perform repairs.

Physical Demands

Requires significant physical exertion, including carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or walking for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and read small numbers/letters on meters.

Work Environment

Primarily in employer-owned facilities (workshop) using electrical, gas, or air-powered tools and equipment. May involve cramped spaces, exposure to dust, gasoline, caustic chemicals, and potential mechanical and moving-vehicle hazards. Exposure to extreme temperatures, uneven or slippery surfaces, high vibration, and loud noise.

EEO Statement

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment on protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies.

Accommodation

To request an accommodation, contact the Accommodations Coordinator at [e-mail] or 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is for job seekers with disabilities applying for accessibility assistance or accommodation in the application process.

Notes

This job posting may close earlier or be extended beyond the listed Target Close Date based on employment needs. More detail is available by clicking Apply. This posting is not an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, or required skills and may be changed at any time by the Personnel Board.