What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Technician - 137446 position at UC San Diego?
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- Under general supervision, independently perform skilled work consistent with the automotive industry such as troubleshoot, repair, service and adjust UCDS's fleet of vehicles such as: automobiles, alternative fueled vehicles (electric, hybrid, hydrogen, propane, etc.), trucks, vans, scooters, carts, etc.
- Inspect and diagnose components and sub systems to determine necessary repairs; make minor to major repairs; fabricate, construct and/or modify new or special components, mechanical, and engine parts as needed.
- Install and repair special equipment, machinery and computerized systems used in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair systems and components; perform minor welding work; estimate the cost of materials and labor for work orders; and keep simple records and prepare reports as necessary.
- Shift: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Substantial skills in preventive maintenance, breakdown, repair and trouble shooting of automotives.
- Ability to effectively identify required parts for vehicle repair, prepare estimates of costs, time and materials.
- Experience with technical automotive diagnostic equipment. Including the use of lab top based diagnostic platforms, scanners, emissions analyzers, and other modern diagnostic related equipment.
- Ability to inspect and diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions and perform a variety of skilled repairs on automotive equipment, components and sub systems.
- Demonstrated experience and thorough knowledge of automotive equipment mechanics including electrical systems, brake and engine overhaul procedures.
- Working knowledge of applicable State and Federal regulations pertaining to automotive and other power-driven equipment; including applicable smog regulations.
- Excellent organizational skills necessary to independently prioritize workload and meet established deadlines.
- Ability to effectively reference, interpret and apply information disseminated from mechanical, electrical and other relevant automotive schematics.
- Basic computer skills to add information to computerized vehicle maintenance programs, check email and other relative information available through the Internet.
- Ability to promote positive public relations in a customer and safety-driven environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to read, write and follow oral instruction in English.
- Knowledge of safety practices related to an automotive repair operation.
- Ability to operate/drive University trucks & trailers, with a gross vehicle weight up to 11,500 pounds, to retrieve vehicles from both on & off campus.
- Ability to model and advocate UCSD Principles of Community.
- Demonstrates competency and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
- Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.DMV check and clearance required prior to hire.
- Must be able and willing to work occasional overtime as needed.
- Must wear applicable safety wear.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $61,450 - $83,562 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $29.43 - $40.02
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