Automotive Technician III

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking an ASE-certified Automotive Technician III in Frankfort, KY to perform complex repairs, maintenance, and diagnostics in a dedicated fleet shop. The role involves mentoring less experienced mechanics and ensuring high-quality repairs on powertrain, brake, electrical, and HVAC systems.

The position requires five years of automotive or equipment repair experience, a valid driver's license, and ASE certifications in three medium/heavy test areas including diesel

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Five years of automotive and/or equipment repair experience.
• Vocational or technical training can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Must possess ASE certifications in any three medium/heavy truck or automobile test series, one of which must be diesel engines, gasoline engines, or engine repair; and ASE AC recovery certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex automotive mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and diagnostics in a repair environment.
• Provides senior-grade training and mentorship to less experienced mechanics.
• Observes and informs the shop supervisor about repair quality.
• Performs major mechanical repairs and diagnostics on powertrain systems.
• Removes or replaces major assemblies such as engines, transmissions, and drive axles.
• Diagnoses and repairs automotive systems and electronics while mentoring others.
• Maintains expertise in brake systems and related components.
• Troubleshoots drivability issues including drivetrain and suspension.
• Performs HVAC service and repairs using current service tools.
• Performs preventive maintenance like oil changes, inspections, tire rotations and balancing.

Skills

ASE certifications

Good computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Automotive Technician III

Advertisement Closes: 9/10/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Req ID: 2604577

Pay Grade: 12

Salary: $4,761.64 Monthly
Sign-on Bonus - $5,000

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Finance & Administration Cabinet | Office of the Secretary

Location: 513 Barrett Street
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The Office of Fleet Management is looking for an ASE Certified automotive mechanical repair technician.Below is a summary of the responsibilities and knowledge needed for this position.

• Performs complex automotive mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, diagnostics in an automotiverepair and maintenance garage environment.
• Provides senior grade training assistance and mentorship to less experienced automotive mechanics.
• Observes and advises shop supervisor of the quality of repairs being performed.
• Performs major mechanical repairs and computer diagnostics on powertrain management systems.
• Conducts the removal, mechanical repair or replacement of major mechanical component assemblies such asengines, transmissions, transfer cases and drive axle assemblies.
• Performs precise diagnosis and mechanical repairs on automotive system modules and electronicsutilizing the most current diagnostic equipment, utilize their knowledge and experience to mentor, train andassist all other team members when needed.
• Required to possess expert level brake systems knowledge and skills.
• Performs accurate analysis and mechanical repairs to correct automotive drivability issues includingdrivetrain and driveline components and suspension.
• Performs accurate troubleshooting repair and service on automotive heating ventilation and airconditioning systems utilizing the most current service and test equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures including oil changes, vehicle inspections, tire rotations,tire mounting and balancing.

Skills and abilities include, but are not limited to:

• Extensive automotive mechanical repair experience with ASE certifications
• Good computer skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills

This position is for a highly skilled and ASE Certified automotive mechanic who looks forward to being mechanically and technically challenged. If you like to roll up your sleeves, solve problems and be productivewe would love to have you on our team!
This position is eligible for an approved Sign-on bonus of $5,000 in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(6).

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have five 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 classification. Must be Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified in any three of the medium/ heavy truck or automobile test series, one of which must be diesel engines, gasoline engines, or engine repair. Must be ASE certified in AC recovery. http://www.ase.com 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 working in this job title perform 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 Wes Peyton at [e-mail] or 502-782-0106.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D