Automotive Mechanic III - Facilities Management

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Automotive Mechanic III

JOB SUMMARY 

Performs skilled work in the diagnosis, mechanical maintenance and repair of automobiles, busses trucks, tractors, emergency generators, mowers, golf carts, utility vehicles and other related equipment. Assists with training and guidance of others in performance of the same. Assists with administrative duties including the ordering, reconciliation and stocking of inventory. Performs duties in the safe operation of a motor vehicle and the transportation of individuals. Performs emissions and State Inspections for fleet.  Work is performed under minimal supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures. 

 ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Supervisor, Fleet Automotive Services 

Supervises:     No supervisory responsibilities 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Replaces and/or repairs components such as engines, transmissions, differentials, motors, pumps and electrical parts using hand tools as well as pneumatic and electric power tools such as jacks, lifts, hoists, presses, welders, grinders, impact guns and air ratchets, etc.). 

• Disassembles various components to inspect for wear.

• Diagnoses and repairs vehicles and various equipment (tractors, mowers, golf carts, utility vehicles, chain saws, pallet jacks, forklifts, man lifts, etc.). 

• Performs routine inspections, necessary repair, fueling, and lubrication as necessary to assure efficient and effective performance of all generators throughout the University and instructs others as needed for the same.

• Performs State inspections for eligible assets as required.

• Rebuilds, replaces or repairs major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including engines, transmissions, suspensions, etc.

• Repairs landscape and trades equipment such as forklifts, backhoes, mowers, etc.

• Realigns and adjusts brakes and replaces shock absorbers.

• Rewires ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels. 

• Assists with management of inventory, performance of maintenance, repairs, disassembling, rebuilding or replacement of major vehicle components and systems to assure all shop safety guidelines, procedures, and protocols are followed. Reports additional needs to supervisor.

• Responsible for completion of routine inspections, necessary repair, fueling, and lubrication as necessary to assure efficient and effective performance of all generators throughout the University.

• Drives university buses, trucks, vans and cars as required for performance of assigned tasks.

• Operates mechanical or hydraulic controls in the operation of the vehicle.

• Checks and maintains all fluid levels of vehicles.

• Assists with routine inventory audits, ordering, and stocking duties for the automotive shop.

• Assists with performance of all recycling and surplus efforts as assigned.

• Obeys all city, state, and federal driving regulations.

• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance of vehicles, golf carts, UTVs, and grounds related equipment.

• Observes