MASTER AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN (HEAVY SHOP)
Posted 23 days ago
MASTER AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN (HEAVY SHOP)
City of Newport News - Virginia (Newport News)
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.
Required Qualifications:
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
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. Includes $1500 annual tool allowance and $3000 supplemental pay as well! You also qualify for our Breakthrough Bonus ($5750 over 4 years!)