Mechanic I - II

Aiken County (SC); Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Aiken County (SC) is seeking a Mechanic I/II to perform mechanical repair work on county-owned automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment, ensuring repairs keep vehicles safe and roadworthy. The role includes preventive maintenance and reporting to the Shop Foreman.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing engines, transmissions, brakes, HVAC, welding, body work and painting, road testing, ordering parts, maintaining records, and assisting in shop operations as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1–5 years automotive repair experience; valid driver's license.
• Ability to diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, brakes, HVAC, and related systems.
• Willingness to perform preventive maintenance and operate shop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair county automobiles, trucks and heavy equipment to ensure safety and roadworthiness.
• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled (oil changes, brakes, belts, fluids).
• Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, differentials, HVAC systems, and other components.
• Weld and fabricate as needed; perform body work and painting.
• Conduct road tests after repairs to verify proper operation.
• Maintain records of work performed and parts used; order parts as needed.
• Assist in shop operations and may supervise in the Shop Foreman's absence.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Vehicle diagnosis

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Under supervision, performs mechanical repair work on County-owned automobiles, trucks and heavy equipment, ensuring that repaired vehicles run properly and safely; performs preventive maintenance on such equipment as scheduled. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Shop Foreman.

Diagnoses and performs mechanical repair work on vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment, including repairing or replacing engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, hoses, oil seals, hydraulic cylinders, pins, roller frames, HVAC systems, etc.

May repair emergency services and law enforcement vehicles; installs and maintains specialized equipment on emergency vehicles as necessary.

Performs welding and fabrication work as needed.

Performs body work and painting as needed.

Performs a variety of preventive maintenance duties as scheduled, including changing oil, lubricating, replacing hoses and belts, replacing brakes, checking lights, and tuning engines.

Changes and repairs tires on vehicles.

Conducts road tests after repair work is completed to ensure that all vehicles are mechanically safe and function properly.

Provides field repair work as necessary.

Reviews work orders to ensure repairs are completed correctly and in a timely manner.

Maintains records of work completed and parts used.

Orders parts and materials from outside vendors as needed.

Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly shop.

May supervise shop activities in the absence of the Shop Foreman as assigned.

Refers to policy and procedure manuals, equipment/vehicle service manuals, safety manual, parts catalogs, etc.

Operates service trucks, forklift, vehicle lifts, welding equipment, cutting torch, lathe, wheel balancer, tire changer, jacks, telephone, two-way radio. Operates all motorized vehicles and equipment, and automotive test equipment as needed.

Uses mechanic's tools, meters, gauges, other hand and power tools, replacement parts and maintenance supplies.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other County employees, vendors / sales representatives, outside repair / service persons, and the general public.

Maintains emergency power generators throughout the County.

Assists with ice and snow removal operations on County roads.

Performs related duties as required.

ADA REQUISITES

Physical Requirements

Tasks involve the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which involves the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderately heavy weight (up to 50 pounds) and occasionally heavier weight (up to 100 pounds).

Education, experience and certification requirements

Mechanic I

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by one to five years of experience in automotive maintenance and repair, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Mechanic II

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by five years of experience in automotive maintenance and repair, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver's license.