Career Opportunities: Automotive Mechanic I (23310)
Requisition ID 23310 - Posted 07/06/2026
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Department: Central Services Office Organizational Unit: Fleet Services
Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Open Until Filled.
$22.11 to $24.32 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Melbourne/Central Fleet Shop. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Performs skilled crafts and trades work in the maintenance and repair of diesel and/or gasoline vehicles and light equipment.
REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of experience in automotive or diesel mechanics OR have assisted in the repair of automotive or diesel vehicles as a General Repair Technician for one (1) year. Successful completion of course work in automotive or diesel mechanics or closely related field at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience; 120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver''s License and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess certification in, or proof of successful completion of, "Heating and Air Conditioning" from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (NASE) to service motor vehicle A/C systems. Requires the following ASE certifications: A1 - Engine Repair A5 - Brakes A7 - Air Conditioning In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or manmade disaster which may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST
(With or without reasonable accommodations)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS
The employee must be able to:
LIFT: 50 lbs. or more
CARRY: 50 lbs. or more
PUSH: 50 lbs. or more
PULL: 50 lbs. or more
In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
STAND: 5 - 8 hours
WALK: 1 - 3 hours
SIT: 1 - 3 hours
DRIVE: 1 - 3 hours
The employee must repetitively perform:
Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
The employee must be able to:
Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop
The employee must have:
Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Use of both eyes
Other necessary physical activities/traits
N/A
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
At heights above/below ground level; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
Other working conditions:
N/A
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Department: Central Services Office Organizational Unit: Fleet Services
Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Open Until Filled.
$22.11 to $24.32 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Melbourne/Central Fleet Shop. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Performs skilled crafts and trades work in the maintenance and repair of diesel and/or gasoline vehicles and light equipment.
REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of experience in automotive or diesel mechanics OR have assisted in the repair of automotive or diesel vehicles as a General Repair Technician for one (1) year. Successful completion of course work in automotive or diesel mechanics or closely related field at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience; 120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver''s License and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess certification in, or proof of successful completion of, "Heating and Air Conditioning" from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (NASE) to service motor vehicle A/C systems. Requires the following ASE certifications: A1 - Engine Repair A5 - Brakes A7 - Air Conditioning In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or manmade disaster which may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST
(With or without reasonable accommodations)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS
The employee must be able to:
LIFT: 50 lbs. or more
CARRY: 50 lbs. or more
PUSH: 50 lbs. or more
PULL: 50 lbs. or more
In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
STAND: 5 - 8 hours
WALK: 1 - 3 hours
SIT: 1 - 3 hours
DRIVE: 1 - 3 hours
The employee must repetitively perform:
Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
The employee must be able to:
Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop
The employee must have:
Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Use of both eyes
Other necessary physical activities/traits
N/A
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
At heights above/below ground level; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
Other working conditions:
N/A