Automotive Technician

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
Facility Location
JACKSONVILLE FL VMF
1100 KINGS RD
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32203

SALARY RANGE: Starting annual salary $63,658 paid bi-weekly
REQUIREMENTS:
This section is composed of the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities which are required to satisfactorily perform the tasks of the
position. Knowledge of electrical/ignition systems refers to the terminology characteristics, and operation of such components
as alternators, batteries, voltage regulators, starter motors, ignition and lighting systems, indicating devices, electronic
computer enhanced components, sensors, and starting aids.
Knowledge of automotive fuel systems refers to the terminology, characteristics, and operation of fuel delivery systems, and
related assemblies, such as fuel pumps, turbochargers, superchargers, inter- coolers, fuel injectors, and the interface of the
fuel system with electronic controls.
Knowledge of automotive emission control systems refers to the terminology characteristics, and operation of emission
control systems as they relate to overall engine operation and performance specifications and conformance to environmental
quality regulations.
Knowledge of engine systems refers to the terminology, characteristics, and operation of engine valves, piston assemblies,
engine bearings, cylinders, cylinder heads, cylinder blocks, crankshaft assemblies, compression ignition, and cooling system.
Knowledge of automotive power train systems refers to the terminology, characteristics, and operation of such components
as clutches, universal joints, manual and computer enhanced automatic transmission systems, differentials, and drive axles.
Knowledge of automotive suspension systems refers to the terminology, characteristics, and operation of standard and
computerized/air- controlled suspension, and standard and power assisted steering, as well as wheel alignment systems and
steering geometry.
Knowledge of automotive braking systems refers to the terminology, characteristics, and operation of air and hydraulically
actuated braking components such as cylinders, valves, linkage, calipers, sensors and control modules and anti-lock brake
systems.
Ability to use technical reference materials and technical manuals refers to reading, comprehending, and interpreting
technical information, such as illustrated parts breakdown, checklists, flow charts, electronic media, and schematics.
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in automotive components or systems refers to a proficiency in observing,
testing, analyzing, and isolating sources of trouble in automotive systems or their components, such as electrical/electronic
systems, engine, power train, fuel delivery, and suspension and braking systems through the use of appropriate automotive
test equipment.
Ability to use automotive test equipment refers to the knowledge of, and proficiency with, various types of electrical/electronic
diagnostic test equipment, such as voltage/amperage testers (VAT), multimeters (VOM), test lights, scanners, gas analyzers,
etc.
Ability to use mechanical test equipment and hand tools refers to the knowledge of, and proficiency with, various types of
mechanical diagnostic test equipment and hand tools, such as micrometers, calipers, pressure gauges, etc.
Ability to make minor repairs to automotive components or systems refers to a proficiency in replacing parts or making
adjustments to automotive systems or their components, such as electrical/ignition, emissions, fuel delivery, engine,
suspensions, power train, braking systems, intake, exhaust, and starting aids.
Ability to make major repairs to automotive components or systems refers to a proficiency in overhauling or rebuilding
automotive systems or their components, such as power train, engine, fuel delivery, suspension, and braking systems.
EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must successfully complete Postal Service Test 943 and Test 944, to demonstrate their knowledge and ability to
troubleshoot, diagnose, and make minor and major repairs to automotive systems.
Effective June 11, 2022, Exam 941 Automotive Bench Test is suspended until further notice.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants who qualify under this standard may be required to satisfactorily complete a prescribed training course(s) prior to
reassignment or promotion.
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:
At the