What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Mechanic position at New Hanover County, NC?

Salary : $44,152.00 - $75,059.00 Annually

Location : New Hanover County, NC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202500022

Department : FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Opening Date : 02 / 11 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 4 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Position Information

New Hanover County is seeking a skilled and experienced Vehicle Mechanic to join our Facilities Management Department . This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who takes pride in maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of County vehicles and equipment to ensure they remain in top working condition. This role is responsible for diagnosing mechanical issues, performing necessary repairs, and conducting scheduled preventative maintenance on a variety of County-owned vehicles and equipment. Your expertise will help support essential County operations by ensuring that all vehicles are safe, reliable, and operating efficiently.

Essential Duties include :

Performs the routine repair and maintenance of County vehicles which includes troubleshooting and diagnosing problems by operating testing equipment and tools.
Researches, sources, and orders parts needed for repairs.
Cleans and organizes the repair and tool shops by maintaining the inventory of repair parts, shop tools, and shop supplies and checking out repair tools and supplies.
Performs final test-drives and safety checks on equipment.
Completes work orders and maintains accurate electronic records to include details on services completed and parts used in repairs
Provides ongoing updates to customers while equipment and / or vehicles are being repaired.
Schedules preventative maintenance as needed.
Conducts road and emissions tests.
Prepare vehicles and / or equipment for public auction.
Performs work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the county.
Performs work during emergency / disaster situations.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES

Knowledge of heavy equipment repair; lubricant principles and usage; welding and boiler codes and inspection criteria; mechanical practices, including cutting, welding, fabricating and rigging; hydraulics principles; signage requirements; safety requirements and procedures; automotive repair, maintenance and part identification; customer service principles; gasoline and diesel engine operation; adjustment and repair of automotive systems; and small engine maintenance and repair.

Skilled in operating computers and position related software applications; keeping records; measuring precisely; estimating job time requirements; welding and burning metal; operating motor vehicles; checking vehicle fluids; Driving and operating heavy machinery; operating equipment including pressure washers, cranes, grinders and conveying systems; troubleshooting equipment; reading electrical diagrams and manuals; operating equipment and power tools; using a variety of tools and equipment; repairing and maintaining vehicles; installing and removing parts; providing customer service; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Diversity and Equity, New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.

Hours :

8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday.

Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.

Employment Type :

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information :

The hiring range for this position is $44,152.00 - $59,605.50 annually plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.

New Hanover County offers :

Employer paid 401k contributions;

Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;

Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;

Paid sick and personal leave 13 paid holidays per year;

Paid parental leave;

Paid community services leave to give back to our community;

Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;

Medical, dental, and vision insurance many other insurance options;

Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;

Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;

Opportunities to make a difference in your community;

And so much more!

We invite you to explore our careers page at for additional information about why New Hanover County is a great place to work, and to check out our competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience :

High School Diploma or equivalent, and five (5) years of related equipment maintenance and repair experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licenses / Certifications

Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application.

Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record.

Requirements for continued employment

North Carolina A / C Inspection License - must be obtained no later than six (6) months of employment

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification preferred.

On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII) Inspection License preferred.

Some positions may require : Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver License, and Small Engine Repair Certification, preferred.

Other Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required : balancing, climbing, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking.

The work is typically performed in an environment where the employee may be exposed to varying temperature and / or weather conditions as well as varying degrees of distractions, conditions and / or chemicals and / or tools and machinery, and work with / operate potentially dangerous equipment which requires the employee to pay attention to one's own safety as well as that of co-workers.

Applicant Information :

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include

Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions);

Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;

Paid sick and personal leave 13 paid holidays per year;

Paid parental leave;

Paid community services leave to give back to our community;

Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;

Medical, dental, vision insurance many other insurance options;

Employee assistance program;

100% employer paid long term disability;

Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist;

Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;

Opportunities to make a difference in your community;

And so much more!

Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies. Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire. For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, including our benefit rates, please click

Please check out our careers page at for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.

Note : All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits. P art-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits.

Do you you have a high school diploma or GED?

Indicate the length of your professional work experience with diagnosing mechanical issues, performing necessary repairs, and conducting scheduled preventative maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment.

Please Note : If you indicate below that you have experience, it must be reflected on your application.

No experience

Less than 2 years of experience

2 to 3 years of experience

3 to 4 years of experience

5 or more years of experience

Indicate the licenses / certifications that you currently hold :

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification

On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII) Inspection License

NC Safety & Emissions Inspection License

None of the above

OTHER - please list below in the next question

If you have any other certifications related to this position, please list below :

Are you physically capable of performing heavy work that requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects?

Do you understand that the work of this role is typically performed in an environment where the employee may be exposed to varying temperature and / or weather conditions as well as varying degrees of distractions, conditions and / or chemicals and / or tools and machinery, and work with / operate potentially dangerous equipment which requires the employee to pay attention to one's own safety as well as that of co-workers?

Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's license?

Are you eligible to obtain a NC Driver's License?

n / a - already have NC DL

Have you had your driver's license suspended or revoked for any reason in the last three years?

Have you had 2 or more driving violation tickets in the previous 12 months or 3 or more in the previous 25 months?

Please note : Answering yes to this question will not automatically disqualify you from consideration for the position.

Are you willing to obtain a North Carolina A / C Inspection License within 6 months of employment? (

This will be required for continued employment.)

Required Question

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