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Automotive Mechanic

Lee County Sheriff's Office
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Automotive Mechanic

Resumes Accepted: October 03, 2025 – October 10, 2025

Salary: $42,000 - $90,000 (Salary negotiable based on experience and skills: to include a company assigned vehicle with insurance and fuel provided)

Hours: M-F 8:00 am - 4:00pm, and two Wednesdays per month from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Position may include shift work: to include nights, weekends, holidays, and on call) 

Annual Compensation:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits; As an employee you do not pay a premium for yourself or any covered dependents for these benefits. This is paid by the agency 100%.
  • Life Insurance
  • EAP access (counseling and support services)
  • 3 weeks’ vacation, 2 weeks’ sick leave, and 2 weeks’ personal leave time.
  • Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with agency contributions annually
  • Access to free medical clinic for acute care needs with a primary care provider to include annual physicals, office visits, lab work, and many generic medications through the Employee Benefits Plan for you and your dependents
  • Educational Program for approved majors
  • Uniforms provided

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Properly install and repair vehicle specific emergency lights and equipment
  • Performance of routine automotive maintenance and repair work in the upkeep of all LCSO Vehicles
  • Keeping records relative to repairs performed, preventative maintenance schedules, parts in inventory, and supplies to be requisitioned
  • Supervising and directing inmate workers assigned to work with him/her
  • Give roadside assistance (make service calls and emergency field repairs) in a timely manner and in accordance with agency policies and procedures
  • Properly install items such as fire extinguishers, hat racks, gun racks, first aid kits, decals and other emergency equipment
  • Properly install approved items in agency vehicles, both marked and unmarked, in accordance with manufacturer specifications and in the designated/approved locations to ensure proper accessibility/visibility as required
  • Must prepare for, conduct, and attend specialized training, conferences and workshops
  • Work remotely and independently operating a mobile repair van, including the performance of oil changes, tire service, and other basic repair services in an outdoor setting

Physical Demands:

  • Some lifting (less than 50 lbs.), bend/squat, walk, see, hear, speak, manual dexterity, ambulate independently, stand for long periods

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years old, or older
  • Must have obtained a high school diploma or GED
  • Must be a US Citizen or possess a current permanent resident card
  • Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License or state issued ID card
  • Must possess a Social Security Card
  • Must not have been convicted of a felony
  • Must not have used illegal drugs in the last 12 months
  • Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces
  • Ability to speak and write English clearly and accurately

Preferred Skills:

  • Knowledge of vehicle specific emergency lighting install and repairs
  • Extensive familiarization with tire changer, wheel balancer, air guns, vehicle lifts, floor jacks, diagnostic scanners, a/c and brake certification
  • Knowledge of the use of tools and equipment associated with automotive maintenance and repair
  • Knowledge of the design and repair of automotive engines including electrical systems and brakes
  • Must be able to read and understand automotive manuals and guides
  • Must be able to correctly identify, repair, replace and troubleshoot malfunctioning parts
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision
  • Must be able to safely operate large vehicles, including high top large vans
  • ASE Certification or equivalent trade school knowledge

Application Processing Required:

All candidates must participate in the following tests to be eligible for employment:

  • Interview
  • Polygraph
  • Background Investigation
  • Medical exam and drug screen (after conditional job offer)

Resumes Accepted by:

  • Email – ApplyLCSO@sheriffleefl.org
  • In Person – LCSO Headquarters, 14750 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912 (Utilize the drop box to the left of the front of the building)
  • Mail to – Attn: Human Resources, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, 14750 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33912

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We proudly recognize Veterans’ Preference and are committed to a drug-free workplace.

Service members, veterans and the spouse and family members of such, may be entitled to preference, priority and waivers for postsecondary educational requirements and are encouraged to apply.

All conditions of this posting are subject to the Sheriff’s discretion.