Master Mechanic (Fleet)

Under general supervision, repairs and maintains gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel, and hybrid engines and performs various maintenance and welding tasks on light and heavy vehicular equipment.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

This is a continuous recruitment and  is open until filled.  First review of applications will begin on May 2, 2018.   Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply on or before this date for first consideration.

Hiring Salary Range: $46,737.60 - $58,427.20, depending on qualifications.

Full Salary Range: $46,737.60 - $70,116.80
 

• Repairs and maintains vehicles and equipment, including tune-ups, electrical system repair, transmission and differential rebuilding, clutch assembly replacement, oil changes and lubrication, and diagnostic work;
• Rebuilds air, hydraulic, drum, and disc brake systems;
• Performs complete small engine repairs;
• Repairs heavy equipment both in the shop and on job sites;
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical malfunctions for a variety of vehicles and equipment;
• Test drives vehicles to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly after maintenance or repair;
• Repairs and modifies equipment using welding and cutting torches;
• Installs sirens, lighting systems, two-way radios, and other emergency equipment;
• Orders and picks up replacement parts;
• Repairs hydraulic systems on heavy equipment;
• Conducts state required safety and emissions inspections;
• Prepares various records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by specialized training in the field of work; and
• Three to five years of related mechanic experience
• ASE Certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
 

• the methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel, and hybrid engines;
• preventive and corrective maintenance procedures;
• safety practices and procedures applied in the safe and efficient use of mechanic's tools and equipment.
   

Skill in:

• the use of various types of testing and specialized equipment;
• diagnosing defects in automotive and heavy equipment;
• operating a variety of hand and power tools;
• oral and written communication.

Ability to:

• perform strenuous tasks;
• adapt available tools and parts to specific repair problems;
• follow both written and oral instructions;
• follow repair manuals and diagrams;
• prepare records;and
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and parts vendors.

Valid Class B North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and North Carolina Safety Inspections License or the ability to obtain both licenses within six months of hire; acceptable driving record.