Automotive Mechanic - Now Hiring

Salary : $33,131.17 - $46,813.47 Annually
Location : Garage - 276 Matheson Park Ave Taylorsville, NC 28681
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400071
Department: Public Works/Maintenance
Division: Garage
Opening Date: 07/29/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Recruitment Rate / Range: $33,959.44

Position Description

Performs a range of unskilled manual to skilled work in the maintenance and repair of automotive vehicles, and light and heavy equipment. Performs responsible and specialized skilled mechanical work to automotive and specialized equipment. Work includes diagnosing and performing minor and major repairs and performing preventive maintenance on a wide variety of automotive and heavy equipment. The work requires operation of various test equipment and hand tools in order to support the work activities. Work includes completing maintenance records, ordering parts, repair of gasoline and diesel engines, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, tires, and heating and cooling systems. The employee is subject to standby and call back work. The employee is also subject to hazards associated with mechanical repairs including working in both inside and outside environments, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, vibration moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and oils. Work is performed under general supervision of the Director of Public Works/Facilities.
Responsibilites

• Diagnoses highly complex mechanical problems.
• Insures completed work is in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Performs a variety of skilled mechanical repairs on vehicles, engines, generators, and heavy equipment.
• Coordinates and performs regular maintenance on the County's fleet of vehicles; such as tune-ups, checking lights, tires, oil changes, brakes, wiper blades, horns, suspension, etc.
• Operates equipment such as jacks, refrigerant recovery machines, vehicle lifts, tire changer and balancer, air guns, battery charger, wrenches, air compressor, welder, and other hand tools.
• Conducts inventory and replenishes materials and supplies.
• Tests electrical systems to assure proper functioning.
• Removes, replaces and reassembles transmissions; clutches; fuel and fuel lines, oil, and water pumps; alternators and other parts of the engine.
• Performs North Carolina Vehicle Inspections.
• Performs general mechanical work as needed and acquires estimates for outside work.
• Perform other job duties as directed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and parts and equipment used in the repair of automotive cars, trucks, some heavy equipment, and public safety equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine operation and repair.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, vacuum, and brake systems.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and related safety precautions.
• Skill in the use and operation of tools and machinery used in automotive repair work.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and to detect by inspection any worn or broken parts.
• Ability to read and understand service manuals and schematic drawings.
• Ability to operate vehicles safely.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to establish and maintain records of work activities and parts.

Required Minimum Education / Experience

• Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in mechanical trade skills and journeyman level mechanic experience repairing automotive equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Obtain and hold NC Department of Motor Vehicles license for performing NC State Vehicle Inspections.

Alexander County is a rewarding and supportive place to work!

We offer a full compensation package including quality benefits with options that flex to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

HEALTH CARE
Medical Insurance - Employee medical insurance is 100% paid provided certain wellness incentive requirements are met. Spouse and family coverage is available at employee expense per pay period:

Child: $69.23 Children: $207.69 Spouse: $230.77 Family: $392.31

Dental Insurance - Employee dental insurance is 100% paid. Spouse and family coverage is available at employee expense per pay period:

Child(ren): $16.95 Spouse: $18.89 Family: $52.32

Vision Insurance - Employee vision insurance is 100% paid. Spouse and family coverage is available at employee expense per pay period:

Child(ren): $3.86 Spouse: $3.48 Family: $7.50

WELLNESS

Health Clinic - Available to all County employees and dependents covered under the medical insurance plan. Covered visits include ear infections, colds, first aid, physicals, and other acute care needs.

Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM) - The medical plan now offers alternative therapies such as acupuncture, hypnotherapy, massage therapy, yoga, and others. Specific requirements must be met for partial reimbursement - refer to the employee guide for more information.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Counseling services are available to all employees and dependents in the home. Services are provided in a private and confidential setting. The County provides coverage for the first five visits per year.

YMCA - No joining or monthly membership fees for eligible employees. Employees may opt to upgrade their membership to a family rate of $6.92 per pay period.

PureGrit Fitness - Discounted member fees for eligible employees with access to a weight room, unlimited classes, or a day pass.

WORK/LIFE BALANCE

Holidays - Twelve days of paid leave are provided throughout the year to eligible employees.

Sick Leave - Employees with a 40-hour workweek earn eight hours per month; EMS employees earn 11 hours per month.

Annual Leave - Employees earn prorated hours per month based upon years of service and hours worked.
Birth Month LeaveEmployees will receive the equivalent hours of one regular workday added to their annual leave on the second day of their birth month.

Community Involvement Leave - Employees earn eight hours per calendar year, expiring on December 31.

Bereavement Leave: Employees are given 3 days of paid leave per calendar year to grieve the loss of a family member.

Parental Leave: Eligible employees can request up to 6 weeks of paid leave per calendar year.

Discount Tickets - Discount tickets to various recreational venues including AMC Theaters, Carowinds, Tweetsie Railroad, Biltmore Estate, Hickory Crawdads, and others.

FINANCIAL STABILITY

NC Local Government Retirement System - The Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System (LGERS) is a defined benefit plan. Full-time and eligible part-time employees are automatically enrolled in the system. Employees contribute a mandatory, fixed 6% on a pre-tax basis. An employee is considered vested after five years of contributory service.

Life Insurance - $12,500 for each employee at no cost to the employee. Additional coverage is available at employee expense.

Longevity - After five (5) years of continuous full-time County service, employees receive an annual lump sum payment of 1.5% of their salary during their anniversary month. Moving forward, the amount increases by .10 per year based upon years of service.

401k and 457 Deferred Compensation - Plans are available as an employee option.

Tuition Reimbursement: Employees who have completed their initial probationary period are eligible to participate in the tutition reimbursement program of up to $1,000 per fiscal year in qualified expenses.

Supplemental Benefits - The County partners with Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, as an employee option, for additional tax deferred programs.

Local Government Federal Credit Union - Memberships are available to County employees.

For additional details on benefits, please review the Alexander County policies at www.alexandercountync.gov or
contact your Human Resources Department at (828) 632-1132.
01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Some High School
• High School/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

02

Do you have a valid North Carolina driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of mechanical trade skills and journeyman level mechanic experience repairing automotive equipment do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 4 years
• 4+ years

Required Question