Automotive Technician - Fleet (Automotive & Equipment Mechanic I)

Automotive Technician - Fleet (Automotive & Equipment Mechanic I)

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Fleet Building, 2500 Drilling Service Rd, Maryland Heights, MO, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2018-00182

Department

Transportation and Public Works

Opening Date

04/05/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
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Description

The Automotive Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment owned or leased by the County Government. This position will likely be assigned to work at the Department of Transportation Fleet main garage located in Maryland Heights. There will be opportunities to transfer and work in one of four District Garages (Florissant, Ellisville, Green Park and South County near Cliff Cave Park) based on availability and the skill level and experience of the employee.

As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 10 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short and long term disability. A full listing of benefits is available under the benefit tab at the top of this page.

The starting salary will be $21.49 per hour. A bonus is provided for Master ASE certification hours along with a tool allowance. For snow duty, there is a $6 addition to pay per hour.

Examples of Duties

• Services vehicles and equipment, usually of a limited variety and complexity, as specified by work orders using power and hand tools, analysis, testing and measuring devices and garage equipment according to standard procedures;
• Services heavy, specialized and otherwise unique vehicles and equipment under close supervision and assists higher level mechanics.
• Takes corrective action to ensure proper service upon inspection and review of work;
• Performs inspections and maintains vehicles and equipment according to preventative maintenance schedules;
• Changes oil, spark plugs, and fluids, mounts and balances tires, lubes chassis, replaces filters, lights, hoses and belts;
• Inspects electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems; refers serious or unusual problems to higher level mechanics or supervisors; may operate welding or other specialized equipment;
• Conducts routine diagnostic analyses to check and test vehicle parts, systems and equipment using standard diagnostic and testing instruments;
• May troubleshoot equipment failures and initiate minor repairs or advise supervisors of more serious or complex problems;
• Operates automotive vehicles and equipment to observe, check and assess malfunctions and repairs, conduct test runs, or otherwise transport vehicles and equipment for service or outside repair;
• May operate vehicles to assist in snow removal activities and to provide towing and road service;
• Cleans and maintains tools, equipment and service bay work area in a safe and orderly manner;
• Assists with routine building maintenance and garage operations activities;
• Records repair and maintenance information on work order forms to document service activities, requisitions parts, supplies, tools, and materials.
• Performs mandatory snow duty.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of technical training in automotive technology and equipment maintenance or a related area with one year of experience in automotive/equipment maintenance and repair or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

A valid Class A Commercial Drivers License will be required within six months of employment.

Additional Information

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicants education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicants earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a permanent part time, full time, term or on-call position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.stlouisco.com/personnel/jobsearch.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability/handicap condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County

Division of Personnel, 7th Floor

Clayton, MO 63105

(314) 615-5429

Relay Mo 711 or 1-800-735-2966

Fax: (314) 615-7703

www.stlouisco.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.

In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.

Please click https://stlouiscountymo.gov/saint-louis-county-missouri-careers/competitive-benefits/to view all of our benefits.

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Have you completed an automotive technical training program?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have maintaining and repairing heavy or specialized vehicles? This experience must be reflected in the work experience section of your application.

03

How many years of experience do you have repairing equipment and what type of equipment? This experience must be reflected in the work experience section of your application.

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Do you have a current valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide any previous work experience you have had with St. Louis County Government including roles you held and the dates of employment. Further, please explain the reason(s) for your departure from the organization. If this does not apply to you, simply enter n/a.

Required Question

Employer St. Louis County

Address 41 South Central

7th Floor

St. Louis, Missouri, 63105

Phone 314-615-5429

Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov