Lead Vehicle Mechanic

This position requires a thorough understanding of the most difficult and complex systems. This position will conduct routine and major maintenance to extend the life of university vehicles and equipment, performing vehicle tune-ups; tire rotations, repairs, and changes; oil changes; wheel balancing; preventive maintenance; and hand tools maintenance within the university’s fleet. The employee in this position should be able to perform minor and major repairs on all types of equipment, including but not limited to: all vehicles, trailers, power operated equipment, and hand tools. Repair work may include engine/transmission rebuilds and major electrical repairs.

This position maintains records of all service and repair work and maintains inventory, records, and orders from suppliers in the state system.

This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.

Minimum Qualification

• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THE WORK. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF WORK RELATED TO THE POSITION’S ROLE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess or be able to obtain in a timely manner:

• A current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, Ill or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.
• A current MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) Certification.
• A NCDMV: Vehicle Emissions & Safety Inspection Certification.
• The ability to perform annual Federal DOT inspections.
• ASE Certifications