Automotive Technician I

Salary : $17.95 - $22.88 Hourly

Location : Marietta, GA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 03779

Department : Fleet

Opening Date : 11 / 14 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Grade Code : 102

Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to perform routine maintenance and light repair of County-owned vehicles and equipment.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Positions in this class are primarily responsible for performing preventative maintenance and light repairs of vehicles.

Essential Functions

Performs preventive maintenance and light repairs on vehicles : checks and replaces fluids; drains and replaces oil; collects and recovers Freon; changes and replaces filters; lubricates mechanical parts; installs and replaces blades; rotates, mounts and balances tires; replaces tires, belts, and hoses; checks and replaces batteries; greases equipment; flushes radiators; and performs tune-ups or other preventative maintenance activities as assigned.

Determines amount of materials required for projects : gathers equipment, parts and supplies; assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools or supplies; and initiates requests for new or replacement materials.

Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments; and operates and maintains basic mechanics tool kit and / or vehicle-specific maintenance tool sets.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by vocational training in automobile servicing or two years of experience in vehicle or equipment maintenance.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, fire, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright / dim lights, toxic agents, animal / wildlife attacks, animal / human bites, explosives, firearms, water hazards, violence, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude / irate customers.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and / or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

Educational Background : Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N / A if this does not apply.

Do you have a valid driver's license?

How many years of experience do you have in vehicle or equipment maintenance?

Describe in full detail your experience in vehicle and / or equipment maintenance. Enter N / A if this does not apply; See resume will not be accepted.

How many years of experience do you have in automobile servicing?

Describe in full detail your experience in automobile servicing. Enter N / A if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements : a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report check (MVR), a physical, and a drug screen. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

Required Question

Salary : $18 - $23