Lead Vehicle Mechanic

Requisition Number:S3105Position Number:003825Position Classification Title:Vehicle/Equipment Repair TechFunctional Title:Lead Vehicle MechanicPosition Type:StaffUniversity Information:Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.Primary Purpose Of The Organizational Unit:Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.Position Summary:The primary responsibility of this position is to inspect vehicles and equipment to diagnose issues and repair. This position will serve as a “technical lead” within the work unit, providing guidance and coaching to others in the same unit.This position requires a thorough understanding of the most difficult and complex systems. This position will conduct routine and major maintenance to extend the life of university vehicles and equipment, performing vehicle tune-ups; tire rotations, repairs, and changes; oil changes; wheel balancing; preventive maintenance; and hand tools maintenance within the university’s fleet. The employee in this position should be able to perform minor and major repairs on all types of equipment, including but not limited to: all vehicles, trailers, power operated equipment, and hand tools. Repair work may include engine/transmission rebuilds and major electrical repairs.This position maintains records of all service and repair work and maintains inventory, records, and orders from suppliers in the state system.This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.Minimum Qualifications:HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THE WORK. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF WORK RELATED TO THE POSITION’S ROLE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidate should possess or be able to obtain in a timely manner:A current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, Ill or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.A current MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) Certification.A NCDMV: Vehicle Emissions & Safety Inspection Certification.The ability to perform annual Federal DOT inspections.ASE CertificationsAlternate Option:If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.Special Instructions To Applicants:Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:Name,Company Name,Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.Email AddressContact Phone NumberRecruitment Range:$53,954 - $59,949Org #-Department:Utility Operations - 56406Work Hours Of Position:8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., M-FNumber Of Months Per Year:12Job Family:Operations and Skilled TradesCareer Banded Title:Vehicle/Equipment Repair TechOpen Date:03/26/2026Close Date:04/09/2026FTE :1.000FLSA:Non-ExemptKey Responsibility:SafetyEssential Tasks:Proper use of PPE and preventive maintenance of assigned tools and equipment. Assist in safeguarding others when vehicles are being repaired or lifted, either on a vehicle lift or jack, while performing oil changes, mounting tires, and/or removing engines or transmissions, both in shop and in the field.Key Responsibility:Vehicle & Equipment RepairEssential Tasks:Inspect work to make sure standards have been met, providing support and advice with repairs to other employees in the unit, and maintain repairing equipment. Perform all aspects of vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance, both major and minor maintenance and repairs, ensuring all work follows safety, service manual, and current NTHS standards.Key Responsibility:Routine MaintenanceEssential Tasks:Perform all aspects of PM/routine maintenance to include, but not limited to, the following:Engine, transmission, drive line, and suspension, diagnosis, overhaul, and repair.Oil change/engine tune-up.Electrical troubleshooting and repair.HVAC diagnosis and repair.Brake diagnosis and repair.Fuel system diagnosis and repair.Tire replacement, to include mounting, balancing and repairs.Repairs to stationary equipment and equipment used for campus maintenance (tractors, lifts, forklifts, carts, mowers, etc.).Ensure shop, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition.Act as a technical lead within the work unit to guide and coach others.Key Responsibility:NCSI Safety & Emission and Federal DOT InspectionEssential Tasks:Ability to schedule and inspect all university vehicles and equipment in the month due to stay in compliance with established safety and emissions standards in accordance with NCSI and Federal DOT requirements.Key Responsibility:TMA System and Work Orders. CMMS System. Computerized maintenance management system.Essential Tasks:Generate and complete work orders/PMs with in depth detail to work order summary. Generate purchase requisitions for supplies as needed to make vehicle/equipment repairs.Key Responsibility:Adverse Weather – Snow RemovalEssential Tasks:Knowledgeable of the adverse weather plan and will participate with snow removal. This position is an essential position for all weather occurrences.Competency:Knowledge - TechnicalCompetency Description:Performs a number of widely varying and diverse assignments that require in-depth analysis and diagnostic work. Serves as a “technical expert” within the work unit and guides and coaches others. Demonstrates a thorough and extensive understanding of the most difficult and complex systems.Examples: diagnoses and overhauls complex brake systems; diagnoses electronic control system, overhauls alternator, repairs wiring/computer related problems.Competency Level:AdvancedCompetency:Safety and Health ComplianceCompetency Description:Demonstrates commitment to provide safe working environment by leading by example; follows appropriate post-emergency procedures. Leads shop safety efforts and regularly communicates safety-related operational items.Competency:Problem SolvingCompetency Description:Independently takes necessary actions to ensure that industry service standards and procedures are followed when handling multiple, complex assignments. Reads and interprets Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals and uses diagnostic tools.Competency:Customer ServiceCompetency Description:Anticipates, identifies and understands customer’s service needs; effectively balances multiple priorities; checks with customers to ensure repair or solution meets needs; develops positive relationships with internal/external customers (i.e. vendors, distributors, other technicians).Competency Level:JourneyPhysical Effort:Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - C, Hand Movement-Grasping - C, Holding - F, Finger Dexterity - C, Vision-Skilled Trades - C, Reading - F, Writing - O, Eye-hand coordination - C, Vision-Color Distinction - C, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - C, Vision-Visual inspection - C, Vision-Measuring/Assembling at distance close to eye - C, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - O, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - F, Lifting-30-60 lbs. - F, Lifting-60-90 lbs. - O, Lifting-90 plus lbs. - O, Pushing/Pulling - F, Climbing-Stairs - O, Climbing-Ladders - O, Bending - F, Squatting - F, Crawling - O, Reaching - CWork Environment:Driving - Car/Truck - C, Driving - Standar/Automatic - C, Driving - Mower/Forklift - F, Equipment/Machines - Heights - F, Equipment/Machines - Roofs - O, Equipment/Machines - Ladders - O, Equipment/Machines - Step Stools - O, Equipment/Machines - Scaffolds - O, Night/Dark - F, Extreme noise levels - O, Extreme temperatures - O, Inside - F, Outside - F, Ventilation ConditionsDust - F, Ventilation ConditionsFumes - F, Ventilation ConditionsChemicals - F, Ventilation ConditionsGases - F, Exposure to potential Hazardous Conditions - R, Chemical Spills - R, Gas Leaks - R, Infectious Bacteria - R, Acidic Harsh or Oily Substances - O, Use of Respirator - R, Electrical Hazards - O, Overtime - O