Automotive Maintenance Technician

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs skilled work in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of automobiles and medium-duty diesel vehicles in a safe and efficient manner. This includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring vehicles operate safely and efficiently.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair automotive systems, including engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, and suspension.

· Perform routine and preventive maintenance on gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles.

· Specialize in medium-duty diesel engines, including troubleshooting and repair of fuel systems, emissions, and electronic controls.

· Use diagnostic tools and software to identify issues and recommend solutions.

· Maintain accurate service records and ensure compliance with safety standards.

· Order and maintain parts, tools, and equipment as needed.

· Assist with and/or perform additional duties as required by operating needs or as directed by management.

· May be required to work non-regular hours.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

· High School diploma or GED required; technical certification in automotive or diesel technology preferred.

· Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive repair, with at least 1 year focused on medium-duty diesel engines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Strong knowledge of automotive systems, diesel engines, and diagnostic procedures.

· Ability to interpret technical manuals and schematics.

· Familiarity with federal and state safety regulations for vehicle maintenance.

· Requires following strict safety protocols and ability to ensure all applicable safety practices are in place and followed.

· Strong mechanical aptitude.

· Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and follow directions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Conditions:

· Primarily indoor shop environment with occasional outdoor work. Exposure to extreme temperatures, wet or humid conditions, and outdoor weather.

Risk/Safety:

· Exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, electrical shock, vibration, airborne particles, loud noise, high places, hazardous materials.

Physical Activities:

· Walking, sitting, standing, climbing, crawling, stooping, crouching, talking, hearing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.

· Regularly lift up to 40 lbs; occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.

· May require wearing a respirator.

DISCLAIMER: This description outlines the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.

Experience

• 2 year(s): Automotive repair, with at least 1 year focused on medium-duty diesel engines

• Licenses and/or equivalent experience to handle tasks generally associated with automotive or diesel technology

Education

• Technical/other training or better
• High School or better

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