Automotive Technician

The Town is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our Fleet Department. This position performs skilled work in the mechanical repair, maintenance and service of all Town owned and operated automotive, light and heavy equipment. Repairs, inspections, preventative maintenance, fabrication and up-fits are performed with great accuracy and with an emphasis on timeliness and organizational priorities.

The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and must possess, or have the ability to possess within 6-months, a Class A CDL with Tanker and Air Brakes endorsement. The minimum starting pay is $20.84/hourly without a CDL and $21.88/hourly with a CDL.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Benefits:

• 14 Observed Holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan through Virginia Retirement System plus 457 account options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 6:00am to 2:30pm
• Overtime as needed

All new employees must satisfactorily complete a background check. A conditional offer of employment may then be made contingent upon the successful completion of a physical exam that includes drug testing.

The Town of Front Royal is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, marital status, disability (physical/mental), family medical history, or genetic information, political affiliation, or veteran status.

• Understand the operation of and be able to operate many different types of construction and specialty pieces of equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintenance to all Town automobiles, police vehicles, construction equipment, light and heavy trucks, gasoline and diesel engines, tractors, sweepers, forklifts, generators, graders, mowers, backhoes, solid waste trucks, and other automotive and mechanical equipment; ensures their best performance and safe operation.
• Diagnose and repair gas and diesel engines, front and rear suspension problems, computer and electrical problems, air condition systems, hydraulic systems, and drive train problems for both automatic and standard transmissions.
• Basic body work, sand, prime, and painting.
• Perform a wide variety of fabrication and metal repairs using oxygen and acetylene torches, MIG Weld, TIG Weld, plasma cutter, and Arc Welding.
• Up-fit new police and utility vehicles with all public safety equipment, including light bars, radios, decals, etc.
• Maintain shop area and equipment which may include cleaning, organizing, painting, sanding, scrubbing, and pressure washing.
• Roadside assistance for broken down vehicles and equipment; have them towed or operated back to the shop in a timely and safe manner.
• Assist in locating a variety of parts necessary to complete repairs.
• Assist in snow removal duties.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED plus a minimum of one year of education on the maintenance and repair of automotive, construction, and/or light and heavy equipment
• Experience: One year of related work experience
• Valid driver's license
• Class A CDL with tanker and air brakes endorsement required at time of hire or within six months of employment
• Virginia Vehicle Inspection Certificate

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge and operation of automotive/heavy duty equipment and of tools used in fleet repair operations
• Basic computer skills to order parts, research and diagnose repair procedures
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair engines, electrical systems, transmissions, and adjoining mechanical components
• Ability to perform body work repairs and painting on automotive/heavy duty equipment
• Ability to weld and fabricate aluminum and steel
• Ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems
• Ability to work independently and prioritize time and assignments
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other Town staff, and the public
• Ability to read and understand various manuals, blueprints, wire and hydraulic schematics
• Ability to keep a clean and tidy workspace free from debris and safety hazards
• Ability to work safely and in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and with Town laws, policies and standards

Work Environment

• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus. 

Physical Demands

• This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical ability and stamina sufficient to maintain continuous physical effort throughout shift, including frequent lifting, standing, stooping, bending, crawling, reaching, twisting, climbing and working overhead. The work requires significant mobility and agility to complete repairs. Ability to work in close confined spaces. Physical strength and ability sufficient to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under dusty, dirty, and uncomfortable conditions and in all kinds of weather.

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