Automotive Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Keep vehicles available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completely preventative maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters, etc.

• Maintain vehicle functional condition by listening to operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components, repairing body damage.

• Verify vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems

• Complies with state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.

• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.

• Maintains vehicle records by recording service and repairs.

• Keep shop equipment operating both inside and outside the ambulance by constantly by troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance, and calling for repairs.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

• Keep building and grounds safe and functional by performing maintenance, reporting an issues to the appropriate parties.

• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Qualification/Requirements

• Must be organized and able to work independently.

• Demonstrate the ability to use to operate necessary computer programs for work orders, service records.

• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift safely a minimum of 100 pounds to a minimum height of 4 feet.

• Work requires continual attention to detail in establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.

Education/Training/Experience 

• High school diploma or GED

• one or more years of experience or training

• or equivalent combination of education and experience.