Job title: Senior Automotive Technician
Company: Merced County
Job description: Examples of DutiesDuties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Inspects and diagnoses mechanical and electrical malfunctions in automobiles and light trucks, including hybrid and EV vehicles.
- Repairs and replaces defective or worn parts and accessories.
- Performs preventive maintenance work, lubrication and inspection on automobiles and light trucks.
- Performs major and minor engine tune-ups. Also overhauls engines, transmissions, differentials, front ends, steering gears and braking systems.
- Installs emergency equipment on patrol vehicles.
- Operates diagnostic equipment and evaluates readings.
- Diagnose auto/truck air conditioners and repairs.
- Diagnoses ABS systems, repairs brakes and related components.
- Performs smog inspections and repairs.
- Operates tire changing equipment, inspects and repairs tires and tubes.
- Steam cleans engines.
- Responds to service calls.
- Picks up and delivers automotive parts and supplies.
Minimum QualificationsSenior Automotive Technician
Experience:
One or more of the following: Seven (7) years of experience as a journey-level automotive mechanic, nine (9) ASE Certificates, including the L1 Certificate in ASE Advanced Engine Performance, Master Technician Certification from a Major Automotive Manufacturer, or Certification from an Automotive Trade School.License:
Possess a valid California driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain.Smog License highly desired.Essential FunctionsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment.
- Frequent operation of a data entry device and repetitive motion.
- Frequent use of hand/eye coordination.
- Sitting for long periods and walking.
- Frequent standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and climbing to pick up or move objects.
- Crawl through various areas requiring moving on hands and knees.
- Conduct inspections under various environmental conditions.
- Lift automotive wheels weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to trace electrical wiring by color, coding and touch.
- Occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
- Meet deadlines under stressful conditions.
- Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints.
- Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
- Regular attendance is an essential function.
Knowledge of:
- Theory, operation and repair of internal combustion engines, automatic and manual transmissions, electrical systems, chassis/drivetrain, suspension/steering, brakes, cooling systems, air conditioning, hybrid systems, and other automotive components.
- Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in the overhaul, repair, and adjustment of automotive and motorized equipment.
- Hydraulic valves and control and braking systems, and electronic ignition.
- Lubricating systems, oils, greases, tools and attachments used in lubricating gas vehicles and related equipment.
- Methods used in electric-arc and acetylene welding.
- Safe work practices.
- All OEM and after-market diagnostic scan tools.
- State of California vehicle smog inspection program requirements, rules and regulations.
Ability to:
- Inspect automotive and other power-driven equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions.
- Recognize mechanical problems by sight and sound.
- Perform minor and major mechanical repairs on County equipment.
- Use a variety of power hand-tools, diagnostic equipment, shop equipment with skill and safety.
- Keep basic records.
- Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with others.
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Cut, reform, and fabricate parts using welders and shop equipment.
- Ability to repair equipment located in confined areas.
- Inspect, adjust, repair and fully understand the purpose/function of vehicle emission control systems.
Expected salary: $58281.6 – 70907.2 per year
Location: Merced County, CA
Job date: Tue, 28 May 2024 00:11:01 GMT
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