Job Description

Essential Functions :

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

Other duties may be required and assigned.

Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments; operates and maintains vehicle maintenance equipment;

maintains a mechanics tool set; and maintains vehicle-specific tool kits.

• Performs vehicle inspections; inspects and tests all vehicle systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system, HVAC and emissions;
• completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains required parts; performs emission tests per frequency and criteria specified by state law;

inspects and tests completed work; and updates required records.

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance; changes oil, air filters, fuel filters, and windshield wipers as required; inspects tires for wear or damage;

and arranges replacement as needed.

Repairs vehicles; gathers information from vehicle operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems;

identifies items needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures vehicle operation and performance is within specified limits.

Verifies outside vendor repair work; reviews description of repair work done; verifies repairs were performed correctly and that the repair resolved the problem;

and ensures that the vehicle is safe to operate.

Decommissions vehicles; removes County decals, equipment, accessories, and other property; and ensures vehicle is ready for disposition.

Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in automotive repair or a related field; two years of experience in automotive maintenance and repair;

or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License Certification :

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Some positions may be required to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) appropriate for the level of equipment operated within six (6) months of starting employment in this classification.

Last updated : 2024-03-23