Automotive Technician

Salary : $40,062.88 - $60,094.32 Annually

Location : Monroe, NC

Job Type : Full-Time Regular

Job Number : 425001

Department : Facilities & Fleet Management

Opening Date : 12 / 13 / 2024

General Statement

The Automotive Technician, under general supervision, performs preventative maintenance operations on county vehicles. Work includes repairing, adjusting, and inspecting vehicles, filling out work orders, and ordering parts. Employee must exercise some independent judgement in completing assigned tasks.

Essential Functions

Inspects county vehicles for safety, efficiency of operation and appearance.

Performs routine, preventative maintenance and minor repair work on vehicles including but not limited to lubrication and oil changes, brake overhauls, belts, hoses, electrical units, batteries, tires, transmission maintenance, and emergency roadside repairs.

Assists with major repair and overhaul work on vehicles.

Performs limited troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical problems.

Inputs work orders into fleet maintenance software.

Stays abreast of changes in new vehicles. Studies manuals, diagrams, and pamphlets received with parts.

Cleans workstation and maintains tools in proper order.

Orders parts and installs them on county vehicles.

Follows safety rules in working with moving parts, fans etc.

Performs NC Safety and Emissions inspections.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or ab acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and two (2) years of experience in garage setting : or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Special Requirements :

Must have valid driver's license and ability to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.

Possession of or the ability to obtain a North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicle (NCDMV) certification for Safety and Emissions inspections within 90 days.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements :

Basic knowledge of diagnosis, service, and repair methods / procedures for all types of motor vehicles.

Knowledge of the use of shop tools and equipment applicable to maintenance and repair a variety of equipment.

Knowledge of safety precautions and work hazards.

Ability to diagnose defects.

Understand oral and written instructions.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Keep records and repair reports.

Use a computer to maintain a variety of records.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment like jacks and tire changers and other diverse mechanical tools. Must be physically able to operate vehicle. Must be physically able to use hand tools. Must be physically able to climb, and to lift. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 15 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Physical demand requirements are for Medium Work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an environment where errors on their part can lead to significant physical or mental consequences for them or others.

INSURANCE PROGRAMS

HEALTH INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period. Health Reimbursement Account Preventative Care Coverage Prescription Coverage Vision Coverage

DENTAL INSURANCE

All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period.

LIFE INSURANCE

Basic Term life Insurance in the amount of one times the annual salary is provided for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Additional coverage is available for purchase through payroll deduction for the employee and eligible dependents.

FINANCIAL PROGRAMS

RETIREMENT

Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have five (5) years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.

NC401(k)

The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a five percent (5%) contribution based on biweekly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.

457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to all employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

Options are available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Debit Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.

Health Care Spending AccountSection 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.

Dependent Care Spending AccountSection 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.

DIRECT DEPOSIT

Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.

CREDIT UNION

Local Government Federal Credit Union membership is available to all employees. Once you join, you can remain a member for as long as you choose. Immediate family members such as : spouse, children, stepchildren, brothers, sisters and parents can all become members.

TRUIST

No Overdraft Fees

100 Negative Balance Buffer

Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay

LEAVE PROGRAMS

VACATION LEAVE

Vacation leave is accrued based on creditable years of service in the Local Government Employees Retirement System.

SICK LEAVE

For full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at eight (8.0) hours per month. Benefitted part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time rate. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.

SICK LEAVE TRANSFER FROM OTHER AGENCIES

Unused sick leave earned from another North Carolina Governmental Agency and / or entity, will be accepted and transferred to the County as follows : twelve (12) sick leave days will be transferred and added to the employees active sick leave balance after completion of six (6) months of employment. The remaining balance of sick leave documented for transfer at the time of employment will be recorded in the employees permanent personnel file. On the fifth anniversary of employment with the County, the remaining balance of transferred sick leave will be added to the employees active sick leave balance.

HOLIDAYS

There are 12 County recognized holidays per year with 1 floating holiday available.

MILITARY LEAVE

Annual Training - 10 paid workdays granted.

Active Duty - 20 paid workdays granted.

CIVIL LEAVE

Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.

FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.

PAID PARENTAL LEAVE

Parental Leave provides the employee paid leave for the first eight weeks of approved FML for the birth of a son or daughter, or placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

Educational Leave is available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees when participating in a job-related, short course, such as an update, not to exceed ten (10) consecutive working days.

VOLUNTEER TIME OFF

Volunteer Time Off will provide employes with 16 hours of paid time per calender year to volunteer at approved Union County community partner agencies.

OTHER PROGRAMS

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol / drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.

AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER

We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction.

NATIONAL COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM

The National College Savings Program is open to all employees. The Program is designed to provide certain tax advantages, encourage and facilitate saving to pay the costs of attending eligible institutions.

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record?

Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in a garage setting?

Do you have a North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicle (NCDMV) certification for Safety and Emissions inspections?

Required Question

Salary : $40,063 - $60,094