Entry-Level Municipal Vehicle Technician

The Town of Ocean City, MD; Ocean City (MD); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Town of Ocean City, MD is seeking an apprentice automotive mechanic to repair municipal vehicles and equipment, performing general repairs on passenger cars and trucks. This entry-level role requires the ability to pass a drug screening and work weekends during summer.

Duties include towing city vehicles, routine tune-ups, utilizing diagnostic tools, and assisting senior technicians. CDL with endorsements is preferred or must be obtained within one year of employment.

Formación

• Apprenticeship or equivalent in automotive service mechanics.
• Ability to read and interpret computer/electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with diagnosing routine motor vehicle malfunctions.

Responsabilidades

• On-call towing of city-owned vehicles (light/heavy).
• Perform minor tune-ups, brake work, lighting, and general repairs.
• Use electronic diagnostic equipment to trace and repair vehicle systems.
• Assist Vehicle Technician II on more extensive repairs.
• Read and interpret schematics for repairs on light and heavy vehicles.
• Replace engines and transmissions in light-duty vehicles when required.
• Conduct annual inspections on equipment and vehicles.
• Work weekends in summer (1–2 times/month) with Thursday–Friday off before weekends.
• Work holidays during summer and be available for emergencies.

Conocimientos

Diagnostic equipment usage

Read schematics

Computer literacy

Educación

Automotive apprenticeship

High school diploma or GED + 2 years experience

Descripción del empleo

The Town of Ocean City, MD is seeking an apprentice automotive mechanic to repair municipal vehicles and equipment, performing general repairs on passenger cars and trucks. This entry-level role requires the ability to pass a drug screening and work weekends during summer.

Duties include towing city vehicles, routine tune-ups, utilizing diagnostic tools, and assisting senior technicians. CDL with endorsements is preferred or must be obtained within one year of employment.