Senior Mechanic

Northern Kentucky University's; Highland (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University's Automotive Shop seeks a Senior Mechanic to provide safe and appropriate transportation and maintain vehicles for university operations. The role involves diagnostics, repairs, and record-keeping to ensure safe operational vehicles. Applicants should have a high school diploma, ASE certification, and experience in mechanical repairs.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience required.
• Ability to perform repairs on various vehicle types.
• Basic computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on cars, trucks, and equipment.
• Manage records for vehicle repairs and fuel consumption.
• Assist in managing staff in supervisor's absence.

Skills

Mechanical repairs

Vehicle diagnostics

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE Certification

Commercial Driver's License (preferred)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Senior Mechanic

Department

Department Automotive Shop

Compensation Title

Compensation Title Senior Mechanic

Position Number

Position Number 30002394

Position Status

Position Status Regular

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 6:30a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

AFTER HOUR SHIFTS ARE REQUIRED FOR SNOW EVENTS DURING WINTER MONTHS

Hours per Week 40

Months per Year 12

Purpose of Position

Provide safe and appropriate transportation to meet the University’s needs and to provide safe work vehicles and equipment for Operation and Maintenance personnel and the Campus Community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics on cars, trucks and equipment in order to complete general repairs and service maintenance to vehicles. Perform minor autobody repairs and some minor welding.
  
  
• Provide assistance to the Lead Mechanic and Supervisor for all administrative duties, including monthly data for fuel and vehicle repairs for interdepartmental billings, employee timekeeping, Pcard purchases for supplies and parts needed for repairs.
  
  
• Assist managing personnel in absence of the Supervisor, including planning, assigning and checking work.
  
  
• Maintains a Commercial Drivers License with a passenger endorsement to provide bus transportation for university needs.
  
  
• Provide safe and aesthetically appropriate transportation for the University.
  
  
• Keep complete and accurate record keeping of work performed, parts and supplies. Completion of work orders in CMMS system for data reporting purposes.
  
  
• Follow all safety policies and procedures. Complete all required safety and compliance training.
  
  
• Report to work during Snow events to assist in repairing any vehicles or equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma/ GED required with 3 years of related experience.
  
  
• Valid driver’s license
  
  
• ASE Certification Required
  
  
• Commercial Driver’s License is preferred but not required. (Must obtain within 6 months of hire date.)
  
  
• Must possess ability to perform mechanical repairs on all types of vehicles/engines including gasoline powered, diesel powered, battery powered, etc.,
  
  
• Must be able to perform emergency mechanical repairs on roadsides and in adverse weather conditions including but not limited to extreme heat/cold, snow, ice, rain, etc.
  
  
• Must be physical able to perform frequent medium heavy to maximum exertion.
  
  
• Must possess basic computer skills.
  
  
• Must be flexible to work any and all hours associated with responding to perform mechanical repairs to snow/ice removal equipment during Winter months.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • NKU Jobs Site
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Careerbuilder.com
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Employee Referral
  • Indeed.com
  • Other
• * Do you possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe in detail your automotive mechanical experience.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please list any licenses or certifications you might have that are directly related to this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have the ability to perform medium to heavy physical exertion on a regular basis, including lifting up to 50 pounds or more?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you able to work in adverse weather conditions, i.e. extreme heat, cold, rain, etc?
  • Yes
  • No
  • No response

Documents Needed to Apply

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• References

Northern Kentucky University Nunn Drive | Highland Heights, Kentucky41099 Phone: [phone]