Automotive Mechanic I (Career Path)

Position Description

This position announcement will be used to fill a Full-time, Regular, Represented, Safety Sensitive Automotive Mechanic I vacancy in the Department of Central Services, Fleet Division.

This is mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.

NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK

Work involves responsibility for participating in the mechanical repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive equipment including passenger cars, trucks, tractors, and related standard and specialized equipment. Initially, work is closely supervised; as proficiency is gained, employees are expected to perform routine repair assignments independently. Employees assist higher-level mechanics in complex repair work, or perform complex repairs under supervision. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion for quality of workmanship.

Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in this class.)

Tune engines, gap and replace spark plugs, change brakes, change tires, change batteries.

Basic PM Services to include changing oil, filters, wiper blades.

Inspect, adjust, and replace parts as necessary; parts may include brakes, cooling, ignition, electrical, and fuel systems, mufflers, and exhaust pipes.

Assists higher-level mechanics in complex repairs and major overhaul work.

Performs related work as required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of the methods, tools, and techniques used in the repair of automotive equipment.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

Skill in the use and operation of tools and machinery used in automotive repair work.

Ability to diagnose defects in automotive equipment.

Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific problems.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to interpret and work from service manuals, specifications and diagrams.

POSITIONS IN THIS CLASS ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT WEIGHING FIFTY POUNDS, AND TO CLIMB ONTO AND MANEUVER AROUND EQUIPMENT.

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient education to read and interpret automotive repair manuals; six (6) or more months in basic automotive repair and maintenance; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.

NOTE: Automotive Mechanic I is the entry performance proficiency level class of mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment. An employee has the opportunity to advance through the series based upon experience and satisfactory work performance to the Automotive Mechanic II (journey level) and Automotive Mechanic III (full performance) levels. Promotion to a higher-level class in the series is at the discretion of the appointing authority.

NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.

NOTE: This is a Safety-Sensitive position and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing.

NOTE: This position may involve night shift hours of 3:30 pm to Midnight.

Supplemental Qualifications

Preference will be given to those possessing diesel engine experience.

Preference will be given to any participants of any internship programs offered by the County.

• Medical/Health Insurance Plans
• Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO
• Aetna Open Choice PPO
• Dental Insurance
• CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
• CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
• CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
• Vision Insurance
• EyeMed
• Employee Life Insurance
• Term insurance of $10,000 for employees at no cost.
• Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
• Disability Income Insurance

• Pension Plan
• Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
• Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Holidays
• Twelve days provided per calendar year, thirteen in general election year
• Annual Leave
• Less than 5 years - 13 days
• 5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days
• 10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days
• 20 years or more - 26 days
• Some positions will receive additional paid annual leave in lieu of holidays and personal leave.
• Disability Leave
• Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
• Personal Leave Day, five per calendar year
• Leave Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Health Care Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits
• Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
• Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
• United Legal Benefits
  
  

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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. Your response and lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Do you possess sufficient education to read and interpret automotive repair manuals?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please enter the School Name, Start Date, and End Date. Please be sure this information is also listed in the "Education" section of your application. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."

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Do you possess six (6) or more months of experience in basic automotive repair and maintenance?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please enter the job title, the date you started the job, the date you ended the job, the name of the company where you held this job, and your job duties where you gained this experience. Please be sure to also enter this information in the "Work Experience Section" of your application. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."

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Do you possess a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please enter the State, Number, and Class. Please be sure to also enter this information in the "Personal Information" section of your application. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."

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Do you have work experience with diesel engines?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please enter the job title, the date you started the job, the date you ended the job, the name of the company where you held this job, and your job duties where you gained this experience. Please be sure to also enter this information in the "Work Experience Section" of your application. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."

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Have you participated in any internships offered by Anne Arundel County?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please enter the internship title, the date you started the internship, the date you ended the internship, the name of the company where you held this internship, and your internship duties. Please be sure to also enter this information in the "Work Experience Section" on your application. If you answered "No" to the previous question, please enter "N/A."

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Are you able to work the night shift (3:30 pm to Midnight)?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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I understand that this position is "Safety Sensitive". This means employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing.

• Yes
  
  

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Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.

• Required Question