Fleet Mechanic II

Elon University - Elon, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Elon, NC

Educational Services

About the position

The Fleet Mechanic II position at Elon University involves performing maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including automotive and transit fleet vehicles. The role requires a combination of technical skills and the ability to work under supervision, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of the university's fleet operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform major mechanical repairs such as transmission and engine rebuilds on university vehicles and equipment under general supervision.
• Conduct complete brake jobs on cars and medium duty trucks.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs on small engines and equipment, including water pumps, fuel pumps, and alternators.
• Repair, mount, balance, and install tires as part of scheduled maintenance.
• Complete preventative maintenance checks and repairs on vehicles.
• Wash vehicles and manage the pick-up and delivery of vehicles and parts.
• Maintain a safe work environment through shop housekeeping duties.
• Install and remove auxiliary equipment such as police radios in university police vehicles.
• Make welding repairs and fabricate small metal projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive repair.
• Associate degree or vocational/technical school degree in Automotive Technology is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with diesel and propane powered vehicles.
• Familiarity with automotive repair tools and equipment.

Benefits

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses.
• Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.
• Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
• Immediate eligibility for health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free acute care and lab services at the onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.
• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to various campus events and performances.
• Tuition remission eligibility for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents after two years of service.