Automotive Technician I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 43,382,000 - 65,045,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking an Automotive Technician I for John James Audubon State Park in Henderson to keep tractors, mowers, and irrigation systems running safely. This hands-on role involves diagnosing engine issues and preventive maintenance in an outdoor setting.

The ideal candidate will have two years of automotive/equipment repair experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. Substitutions for education/experience may apply.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• Two years of automotive/equipment repair experience required.
• Vocational or technical school training may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license prior to employment and maintain credentials as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tractors, mowers, and other equipment to keep golf course maintenance running safely and reliably.
• Diagnose engine issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Work outdoors, lift heavy objects, and troubleshoot problems on the fly.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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9/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID

2604301

Position Title

Automotive Technician I

Pay Grade

10

Salary

$15.14 - $22.70 Hourly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

3100 US Hwy 41 N Henderson, KY 42419 USA

Description

Are you a skilled, hands-on mechanic who takes pride in keeping equipment running strong? Do you enjoy workingoutdoors and solving problems with tools and know-how rather than at a desk?

John James Audubon State Park is in Henderson, Kentucky where the legendary artist and naturalist discoveredhis passion. At the heart of the park is a world class museum. The 1373-acre park offers recreationalactivities that include camping, golfing, fishing, and hiking. John James Audubon State Park opened in 1934 iscomprised of six cottages’, 9-Hole golf course, picnic shelters, museum, nature center, hiking trails, lake,and campground.

John James Audubon State Park is currently searching for an Automotive Technician I to join our Golf CourseMaintenance Unit. In this role, you will keep the tractors, mowers, utility vehicles, and irrigation systemsthat our golf course and grounds crew depend on running safely and reliably. From diagnosing an engine issueto staying ahead of problems with routine inspections and preventive maintenance, you will be the person ourteam counts on to keep the course in top shape.

Our ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical experience and a solid working knowledge of small engines, mowers,tractors, and other equipment. Comfortable working outdoors, lifting heavy objects, and troubleshootingproblems on the fly is a must. A valid driver's license is required. We are looking for a dependable, safety-minded individual who enjoys hands-on work and is willing to lend their knowledge to help train and supportthe rest of the team.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation is based on a 37.5-hour work week, with comp time or overtime over 37.5 hours.
• The Kentucky Department of Parks offers an outstanding benefitspackage for full-time employees, including affordable health, vision, dental, and life insurance, retirement plan,paid time off (Sick and vacation), and paid holidays.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of automotive and/or equipment repair technical experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Vocational or technical school training in automotive/truck repair or a related area will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title work in a repair facility

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact David Miller at [e-mail] or 502-782-1231.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D