Automotive / Equipment Mechanic I or II

Salary : $44,648.00 - $62,745.00 Annually Location : Century Center Job Type: Full-Time Department: Public Works Division: Fleet Maintenance Opening Date: 04/21/2026 Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Non-Exempt Pay Grade Salary Range: $40,498 to $62,745 General Definition and Conditions of Work The Automotive / Equipment Mechanic I or II position performs complex skilled work maintaining and repairing a variety of automotive, construction and maintenance equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor. This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm's length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and wearing a respirator. Essential FunctionsPerforming maintenance and repair on all types of gas and diesel automotive, construction and maintenance equipment; repairing automotive bodies; painting equipment; ensuring safe operation of vehicles and equipment.Operates automotive diagnostic testing equipment in the diagnosis of mechanical problems, determines required repair or replacement of parts and initiates repair;Performs preventive maintenance inspections; services and repairs equipment as necessary;Diagnoses, adjusts, repairs and services medium and heavy duty equipment including solid waste collection trucks;Refaces valves and seats; grinding, assembling and adjusting them;Installs rings and bearings and effects proper adjustment;Overhauls and repairs carburetors and clutches;Performs repairs and replacements on diesel driven equipment;Repairs and overhauls brakes, ignition and fuel systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies;Overhauls, tunes and adjusts engines using specialized and standard test equipment;Performs diversified electrical and electronic work on automotive equipment, troubleshoots problems and repairs or replaces defective parts; repairs and adjusts lights, generators, starters, air conditioning systems, etc.;Transports vehicles to and from outside servicers; makes road service calls;Performs body repair and paint work;Inspects vehicles including school buses for compliance to State safety standards;Maintains tool shop and work area in clean and orderly state;Performs related tasks as required. Education and ExperienceAny combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and extensive experience in repairing diesel and gasoline automotive equipment.Possession of a NC CDL Class B License.Possession of North Carolina State Inspection license and refrigerant recovery and recycling certificate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment including electronic diagnostic equipment used in the repair of cars, trucks, construction and maintenance equipment; thorough knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery, such as drills, presses, grinders, micrometers, brake relining and drum grinding machines; ability to diagnose defects in the drive trains, chassis and other components of automotive equipment; ability to detect by inspection worn or broken automotive parts; ability to keep records of repairs and service operations and to make reports; ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems; ability to interpret and work from sketches, diagrams and installation and repair charts; ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Disclaimer CARRBORO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town of Carrboro considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their skills, dedication and service, to the diversity and excellence of our organization. The Town of Carrboro offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all permenant employees. View a summary of our benefits Health Insurance The Town provides a group medical insurance including family coverage through our medical provider, Aetna. The Town pays the cost of employee only coverage and shares the costs of adding family members (including domestic partners) to the town plan. Health insurance is effective the first day of of the month following new hire's start date. Dental Insurance Dental insurance is an optional benefit administered through our dental provider, Aetna. Dental coverage is paid for by the employee. Coverage for eligible dependents is also available. Vision Insurance Vision insurance is a benefit offered through our vision provider, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. Vision coverage is paid for by the Town. Coverage for eligible dependents is also available. Flexible Spending Account An optional benefit offered through our provider, Flex. Eligible health and dependent care expenses can be paid for with pre-tax dollars allocated onto a Visa card. Paid Time OffAnnual Leave: Permenant full-time employees earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon years of service. Permenant part-time employees accrue a prorated amount of leave based on hours worked.Sick Leave: Permenant full-time employees accrue at a rate of one day per month of service or twelve days per calendar year. Shift employees of the Fire-Rescue Department earn sick leave at the rate of five, twenty-four hour tour-of-duty days per calendar year. Permenant part-time employees accrue a prorated amount of leave based on hours worked.Paid-Time Off: Permenant full-time employees recieve three (3) days (36 hours for Fire-Rescue personnel) per calendar year of time to be used as needed. Time is pro-rated to employee's start date. Permenant part-time employees accrue a prorated amount of leave based on hours worked.Paid Caregiver Leave: Qualifying employees receive 240 hours of Paid Caregiver Leave to care for an immediate family member including birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from employee's leave bank.Paid Holidays: There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or permenant part-time positions are eligible for paid holiday time. Local Government Retirement System All employees in permenant full- or part-time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%. Supplemental Retirement Plan The Town makes a contribution of 5% for law enforcement officers and 3% for all other employees to town sponsored 401(k) administered through Empower. NO employee match is required, however, employees have the option of making contributions on a pre- or post-tax basis. Disability and Life InsuranceTown Paid: The Town covers both long term disability and life/AD&D insurance for permenant employees.Employee Paid: Employees have the option of enrolling in short-term disability and purchaing supplemental life and dependent life insurance at their own expense. Employee Assistance Program Employees and their dependents eligible to recieve free and confidential 24/7 counseling through the Town's Employee Assistance Program. Additional BenefitsService Level Benefit payment based on years of service beginning year zero (0) of permenant full-time employment. Paid in December before holidays each year.O2 Fitness membership paid for by the Town.Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Carrboro are eligible to open accounts at the Local Government Federal Credit Union.Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period. 01 Do you currently possess a valid CDL? YesNo 02 Do you have a high school diploma or GED? YesNo 03 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. 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