Automotive Mechanic

$50,296 - $200,000/Yr

City of Coral Gables, FL - Coral Gables, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Coral Gables, FL

About the position

The Automotive Mechanic position at the City of Coral Gables involves performing skilled preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of vehicles, including automobiles, trucks, boats, and heavy equipment. The role requires diagnosing and fixing issues with both gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles, as well as emergency vehicles, under the supervision of an Automotive Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test vehicles to diagnose problems and perform repairs.
• Participate in a wide variety of automotive maintenance and repairs from minor to major work.
• Troubleshoot diesel and gasoline motors, transmissions, and brake systems.
• Perform maintenance on electric and hybrid vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair anti-lock brake systems and air conditioning systems.
• Conduct front end and four wheel alignments.
• Perform extensive electrical diagnosis and troubleshoot electrical problems using diagrams and schematics.
• Repair and install automotive electrical components such as starters and generators.
• Balance and install wheels and tires, and provide roadside assistance as needed.
• Consult with the Automotive Coordinator regarding repair costs and technical assistance.
• Deliver vehicles to outside vendors and retrieve them after service.
• Interpret work orders and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Abide by all safety regulations and use appropriate safety equipment.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on vehicles as assigned.
• Complete other related tasks as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ASE certification required.
• Valid Florida Driver's License with CDL Class B certification (may be waived for up to 120 days).
• Must furnish own tools and repair equipment.
• Comparable training or experience may substitute for minimum education requirement.

Benefits

• 15 paid holidays including 3 floating days.
• 96 hours of sick leave annually.
• 80 hours of annual leave in the first year, increasing to 188 hours after 25 years.
• 5 or 10 work days of bereavement leave for family members.
• Fully paid medical insurance (HMO Select) after 30 days.
• Dental insurance available through payroll deduction.
• Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance fully paid by the City (up to $200,000).
• Voluntary benefits including Short-Term Disability and Critical Illness policies.
• Legal services plan available through payroll deductions.
• Deferred compensation options into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.
• Tuition reimbursement of $2000 per semester for approved college coursework.
• Safety glasses provided every 2 years for required use.
• Recreational benefits for employees and their families at local facilities.
• Mandatory pension contribution of 13% of salary with a 10-year vesting period or a defined contribution plan with a 7% contribution by the City.