Mechanic III

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Asheville, NCtime type:
Full time posted on:
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End Date:
January 28, 2026 (13 days left to apply) job requisition :
R05278

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on January 27, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on January 27, 2026.

Job Title:

Mechanic III Department:
General Services External Hiring Range: $24.09 - $28.55

Compensation Grade: 2006

Pay Range: $24.09 - $34.73

Posted Internally and Externally We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Mechanic III to join our dynamic team in a new state of the art facility. In this position, you will not only be responsible for diagnosing and repairing vehicles, but you will also have the opportunity to collaborate and share knowledge with team members. Buncombe County invests in a diverse fleet inventory which offers the opportunity to service a wide range of vehicles that include ambulances, pursuit vehicles, services trucks and sedans, electric, hybrid, as well as traditional gas and diesel vehicles.  

We believe in investing in our team's growth and development, empowering our Mechanics to stay current with the latest industry advancements and technologies. By fostering a culture of continuous learning, we enhance our department's capabilities and elevate the quality of service we provide. Along with a great benefit package, all PPE, uniforms, and tools are provided at no cost to the employee.  

Join us and be part of a team that is committed to excellence and innovation in every repair.
** Purpose of the position:
** The purpose of this position is to be responsible for performing mechanical work to repair, maintain, and rebuild gasoline and alternative fueled automotive equipment.
** Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire):
** High school diploma or GED, and a minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in the repair of gasoline and alternatively fueled automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be 18 years of age or older.
** Additional Training and

Experience:

** Completion of Safety Training post hire.
** License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:
** Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license;
North Carolina Inspection License;
May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technicians as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart

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* Physical Requirements:

** The work is primarily heavy work requiring exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.
** Essential Functions of the position:
*** Maintain County vehicles in good working order including automobiles, trucks, ambulances and other vehicles; ensures vehicles are safe and in good working order.
* Perform diagnostics on vehicles brought in for services; perform general and deferred maintenance on assigned vehicles as per scheduler.
* Perform vehicle inspections as needed by North Carolina state licensing.
* Applies knowledge of safety procedures when operating tools and working with machinery and moving mechanical parts.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
** Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Abilities:
*** Knowledge of internal combustion engine operating principles.
* Expertise in adjusting and repairing automotive electrical wiring and generating systems.
* Ability to diagnose and repair malfunctioning automotive equipment.
* Proficiency in reading and understanding repair manuals.
* Physical strength and agility to move heavy objects and perform manual labor for extended periods.
* Knowledge of electronic diagnostic techniques.
* Proficiency in computer usage.
* Familiarity with testing devices, machines, and hand tools used in mechanical repair.
* Skilled in using machine and hand tools.
* Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work to produce quality results within deadlines.

Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.

It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, marital or familial status, pregnancy, veteran status, religious belief or non-belief, age, or disability or any other legally…