AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN, MASTER (HEAVY SHOP)

Estimated Hiring Range $56,611.89 - $66,457.43 based on education and experience – 

Annual Supplemental Bonus of $3000 + $1500 Annual Tool Allowance and Breakthrough Bonus

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES 

Under limited supervision, this position performs the most complex truck, and heavy equipment mechanic work to include hydraulic, electrical, and engine repair. Serves as lead worker. Reports to an Operations Superintendent. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

Performs highly specialized diagnostic and repair work related to computerized ignition and fuel injection systems, automatic transmissions, differentials, steering components, and engines; test drives vehicles and equipment to ensure proper operation and performance. 

Overhauls and rebuilds mechanical components and systems such as diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, and hydraulic, electrical, cooling, brake and suspension systems. Designs complex modifications for heavy trucks and equipment. Inspects and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of trucks, heavy vehicles, and specialized equipment such as tractors, mowing equipment, motor graders, small and large trenchers, and related types of equipment. 

Completes and maintains records of servicing operations such as work orders and daily status reports; estimates labor time to complete a job; performs state inspections. Serves as a technical expert; provides work direction and assists the Automotive Technicians as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires to a high school diploma and 4 years of journeyman level automotive mechanic experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 1 year experience with the City of Newport News is preferred. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

An acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. 

Must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) permit prior to employment and complete the practical portion of the CDL test within 60 days of employment. This position requires pre-employment medical evaluation and substance abuse testing and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing. 

Must obtain a Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Automotive or Medium/Heavy Truck and a Virginia State Inspector License within one year of employment in this position. Must provide and maintain a full set of hand tools and locking toolbox. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

· Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work. 

· Some combination of climbing and balancing to include climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. 

· May involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

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If interested in learning more about this and other opportunities, including position requirements, and to apply visit https://www.nnva.gov/193/Apply-for-a-Job

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