Office: Vehicle Maintenance
Salary: $18.67 - $21.78 per hour based on experience - Full Time
Announcement Date: 10/31/2024
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Reviews job orders in order to determine areas of concern and needed repairs, and reviews preventive maintenance schedules in order to schedule work.
Diagnoses various types of gasoline vehicles for Fairfield County including motor graders, bulldozers, loaders, chain saws, lawn mowers, welders, dump trucks, buses, ambulances, fire trucks, vans, and cars. Adjusts, repairs, or replaces defective, broken, or worn parts. Overhauls all major components which include engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes, air conditioning units, differentials, etc.
Repairs and rebuilds carburetors, front ends, alternators, and hydraulic systems.
Obtains estimates on repair parts, etc. as required.
Services and performs preventive maintenance on County‑owned vehicles which includes checking all fluid levels, changing oil and filters, checking and rotating tires, repairing lights, conducting inspections on vehicles; checks brakes and replaces shoes, pads, wheel cylinders, master cylinders; turns drums and rotors as needed, etc.
Utilizes brake lathe, electrical tester, engine analyzer, mechanics tools, battery and alternator, welding machine, drills, vises, grinders, Freon recycling machine, mechanic's tools, diagnostic instruments, etc., in repairing, diagnosing, and performing preventive maintenance work on vehicles and equipment.
Prepares reports after work is completed in order to record information relative to repair work and maintenance work performed such as costs, time spent, etc.
Must adhere to all applicable safety regulations, procedures, and practices necessitated by job assignment.
Must use all safety equipment applicable to job assignment.
Maintains garage area in clean and orderly condition.
Delivers and picks up vehicles. Makes road calls as needed.
Picks up parts from vendors as needed.
Performs other related duties as required within skill level
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma with training in automotive field and six months to one years of experience in automotive mechanic trade, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Must obtain S.C. commercial driver's license, an inspection license, and ASE certification.
Our Total Compensation Package includes:
Compensation – competitive pay, based on qualifications
Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
SC State Retirement Plan/Pension
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability
Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Spending Account (MSA)
Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Plus 2 Personal Days
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development/Training
Fairfield County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.
Apply Online For Auto Mechanic (056-000-019)