Automotive Technician (General)

TARGET CLOSE DATE:

07/07/2025

PAY GRADE:

Grade 20

TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY:

Automotive Technicians working within the Merit System are responsible for the performance of journeyman-level tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles and light trucks and other standard and specialized gasoline and diesel-powered equipment. Incumbents are expected to inspect equipment in order to determine the need for maintenance and/or repair work. Automotive Technicians may also provide guidance and assistance to less experienced employees working in the same unit. An employee in this position plans expected to carry out their work duties in accordance with instructions, policies, and accepted practice. Automotive Technicians receive their assignments through work orders or directly from their supervisor. Employees work under the direction of a supervisor but are expected to use independent judgment as to the method of repair needed to complete the assigned task. Automotive Technicians’ work is reviewed for technical conformance and consistency with practice and policy, and the work is checked by the supervisor while in progress, upon completion, through reports, and/or results obtained.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.

Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency.

Bessemer $20.82 - $32.31
Birmingham $21.48 - $33.32
Fultondale $22.59 - $35.05
Gardendale $24.58 - $38.13
Homewood $23.99 - $37.22
Irondale $25.06 - $38.88
Jefferson County $23.40 - $36.30
Midfield $16.76 - $26.01
Mountain Brook $26.57 - $41.21

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Driver's license.

• Completed coursework/certification program OR gained work experience in the following areas:

• Diagnosing problems with gasoline or diesel engines using manual tools and gauges.

• Diagnosing problems with gasoline or diesel engines using scan tools or a computer.

• Diagnosing and repairing brake systems.

• Diagnosing front and/or rear suspension problems (e.g. inside tire wear, trailer arms, tie rod, upper and lower control arms or differentials, etc.).

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Performs minor bodywork on rolling stock as needed.

• Performs maintenance and repairs on hydraulic systems (e.g. braking systems, lifts, backhoes, loaders).

• Inspects equipment/rolling stock before and after completing work and reads reference materials to guide maintenance and repairs.

• Fabricates parts for equipment and/or rolling stock.

• Performs preventive maintenance (PM) and tune-ups on rolling stock such as cars and light trucks, heavy trucks (e.g., street sweeper, bucket truck), and/or heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozer, backhoe) based on each vehicle’s or equipment’s PM schedule.

• Performs maintenance and repairs on law enforcement, fire department, and other emergency equipment.

• Performs repairs on cars and light trucks, heavy trucks (e.g., street sweeper, bucket truck), and/or heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozer, backhoe) as needed.

• Maintains building, grounds, and equipment.

• Performs maintenance and repairs on small air-cooled engines such as lawn mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, motorcycles, generators.

• Repairs or replaces tires on equipment/rolling stock using appropriate tools and apparatus.

• Goes to worksites to retrieve equipment or make repairs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job involves significant and concerted physical exertion required for regular prolonged periods of carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or walking. Involves lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Work involves the ability to read small numbers and letters on meters.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in employer-owned facilities such as workshop and involves the use of electrical, gas, or air-powered tools and equipment such as metal cutters, welding equipment, and pneumatic wrench. Work may be conducted in cramped work spaces requiring extended periods in contorted body positions and exposure to contaminates