Automotive Technician

General Statement of DutiesForsyth County's General Services Department has an opening for an Automotive Technician. The Automotive Technician is a hands-on tech that works on a wide variety of vehicles. This position will have the ability to work on fleet vehicles, emergency vehicles, as well as specialty vehicles. Technicians perform everything ranging from PM’s and tire changes to engine replacements and vehicle upfits.Work Schedule: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday with on-call work as needed.Uniforms, safety shoes, and tool stipends are offered to qualified employees.Distinguishing FeaturesA successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:Ability to estimate time and materials needed to complete a job.Ability to diagnose causes of defective operation and to perform major and minor overhauls on a variety of equipment.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.Ability to follow written direction in specialized vehicle manuals.Considerable knowledge of the uses of a variety of repair tools and special testing equipment.Considerable knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of gasoline and diesel engines.Lifting 50-100 lbs occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.Minimum Education And ExperienceCompletion of a one year technical school program in automotive repair and at least two years of responsible automotive repair work on a variety of vehicles; or graduation from high school or GED and at least three years relevant experience.Valid driver's license required.Must have NC Vehicle Inspection License (or the ability to acquire within 60 days of employment).A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.Current ASE Certifications preferred.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Inspects, services, and repairs a variety of vehicles; may specialize in Sheriff's vehicles as well as other vehicles.Inspects and diagnoses the operation of gasoline and diesel automotive equipment in order to determine the need for repairs.Conducts complete tune-ups-ups in installing plugs, condensers, coils, rotors, distributor caps,wiring and sets proper timing.Overhauls brakes by honing wheels and master cylinders, turning drums, installing new linings, and bleeding the system.Repairs or installs doors, glass, locks, shock absorbers, sirens, tires, and other equipment.Disassembles engines and does general engine overhaul work.Drives a wrecker to respond to disabled or wrecked county vehicles.Performs N.C. vehicle safety inspections.Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles as scheduled.Overhauls transmissions and differentials.Overhauls cooling and fuel systems and makes simple body repairs.Performs related work as required.Maintaining a specific license such as a driver's license in good standing, without a lapse or loss of a privilege to drive in compliance with North Carolina law, and in compliance with applicable DOT standards for commercial motor vehicle drivers if required to perform the duties assigned to the position.Click to view Full Time with Benefits information.Click to view Part Time with Benefits information.These links do not apply to positions that are Part Time, no benefits.01The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.Yes I understand and agreeNo I do not agree02Which best describes your highest level of completed education?High School Diploma or GEDSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeOther Advance Degree03Have you completed a one year technical school program in automotive repair and have at least two years of responsible automotive repair work?YesNo04Do you have a high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years experience in relevant automotive repair work?YesNo05Which best describes your years of experience in automotive services (maintenance and repair)?No ExperienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 5 years5 or more years06Do you have a current NC Vehicle Inspection license?YesNo07If no to the previous questions, are you able to obtain a NC Vehicle Inspection license within 60 days of employment?YesNoNot Applicable08Do you have experience using the NC Safety Inspection system?YesNo09Which best describes your years of experience working with advanced diagnostic equipment?No ExperienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 5 years5 or more years10How many years experience do you have installing/removing aftermarket equipment on vehciles?No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 5 years5 or more years11Do you have any experience operating a wrecker?YesNo12Do you have any ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications?YesNo13If yes to the previous question, please list your ASE certification(s). If you answered no, please write N/A.14Are you willing to work an afterhours, on-call rotation as assigned?YesNo15How would you describe your computer skills?No computer skillsBeginnerIntermediateAdvanced16Would you be able to provide your own tools (allowance provided)?YesNo17Do you have a valid driver's license?YesNo Required Question