Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I

About the role

• Agency
• Dept of Transportation
• Division
• State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
• Job Classification Title
• Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I (S)
• Position Number
• 60025000
• Grade
• NC06

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

This position will be assigned to the Equipment Depot, Equipment Shop. This position will perform semi-skilled and skilled small engine, automotive, heavy equipment and/or marine mechanic work.

Employees perform a wide range of progressively responsible tasks involving the service, inspection, repair, rebuilding and diagnosis of a diverse number of mechanical systems for a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative powered engines/equipment.

Work ranges from inspection and service to highly complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software; conducting parts/systems failure analysis; and the calibration, adjustment and operations of engine analyzers.

Employees must routinely determine materials, techniques and tools to accomplish work assignments. Work assignments vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system and ancillary components/equipment. Assignments are normally received in the form of written or verbal work orders, which usually indicate the general nature of the task or describe the nature of the problem.

Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Pay and benefits

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC6 $35,596-$62,294

Management prefers applicants with the following

• Knowledge of automotive and/or heavy equipment repair.
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventive maintenance on a minimum of one of the following; light, medium, heavy-duty trucks and heavy equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to use tools and pieces of equipment used in the equipment shop, such as wrenches, sockets, battery charger, hydraulic jacks, loader, forklift, automotive/truck lift, fuel service truck, tire changer, tire balances, welder, cutting torch, diagnostic equipment, computer, tire jack, tire balance machine, pneumatic wrench, diagnostic gauges, electronic tester, air impact wrench, air compressor, air gun, torque wrench.
• Knowledge of techniques and methods involved in determining and solving mechanical problems.
• Experience reading and comprehending technical and instructional manuals, repair and maintenance information data from computer web sites.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience."
• If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
• See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience in the repair work to which assigned; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

• May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.
• In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
• It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.