Automotive Technician I,II

Gaston County Government; North Belmont (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government fleet services division is seeking an Automotive Mechanic/Technician for routine maintenance and repairs on county vehicles. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, two years of relevant experience, and proficiency with hand tools, as well as a valid NC driver’s license. Essential responsibilities include conducting inspections, repairing vehicle systems, and overseeing junior technicians. Join a dedicated team committed to maintaining high safety and service standards in the community.

Qualifications

• Two years experience as Automotive Mechanic/ Technician.
• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license.
• All Tech Levels must have own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle services, inspections, tests, and repairs.
• Repair transmissions, differentials, fuel pumps, and engine components.
• Inspect and test electrical and electronic systems and safety equipment.

Skills

Automotive Repair

Troubleshooting

Safety Equipment Inspection

Electrical Systems Repair

Transmission Repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

Fleet Services maintains county vehicles and small equipment by performing both routine and preventive maintenance on a scheduled service interval. In addition, computerized records are maintained for parts, labor, and fuel usage for the accurate tracking of cost analysis required for operations and equipment replacement.
The duties listed below are not all that may be assigned, but are those that are considered essential for an employee to perform.

• Performs all duties of vehicle services, inspections, tests, and repairs.
• Repairs transmissions, differentials, fuel pumps, starters, alternators, water pumps, and all other engine components.
• Inspects, tests, and repairs electrical and electronic systems, warning lights, sirens, seat belts, and related safety and emergency equipment on the job and/or classroom training programs for skilled mechanical certifications.
• Repairs brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems, and air conditioning systems.
• Inspects, replaces, or repairs tires, operates wheel balance equipment, and uses a tire changer.
• Completes NC Inspection on all vehicles.
• Level II – Performs all duties above and runs diagnostic equipment, and performs more advanced repairs and overhauls major system related to safety and emergency equipment.
• Level III – Performs all duties above with minimal supervision and trains and oversees the work of Auto Techs I and II, as well as maintains knowledge of modern methods, equipment, and performs advanced repairs on complex automotive systems without supervision.
  

• High School Diploma or GED, Associate's degree preferred
• Two years experience as Automotive Mechanic/ Technician
• All Tech Levels must have own hand tools
• Mustpossess a valid NC driver’s license.
  

The applicant selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.