Lead Mechanic

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Asheville, NCtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
October 16, 2026 (12 days left to apply) job requisition : R05523

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on October 15, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on October 15, 2026.

Job Title:

Lead Mechanic Department:
County Garage External Hiring Range: $25.77 - $30.54

Compensation Grade: 2007

Posted Internally and Externally
* ** Performs basic services to vehicles. assists with general cleaning of the shop. assist with parts room chores. Must be computer efficient.**
* ** Service work includes oil change, tire replacement and or rotation, Brake replacement as needed, minor other repair work as needed. Must be able to follow a task list to perform necessary services.

All work is to be recorded on a computer.**
* ** General cleaning will include tire disposal, Garbage removal, work area cleaning.**
* ** Parts room chores will include stocking shelves and basis cleaning of the area.**
* ** Other duties as needed will apply to this position.**
* ** North Carolina State Inspection license is a plus. Will require to get certified asap if not already certified.
**** 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.
** Supervisory/Leadership Responsibilities:
** Provide training and lead worker support through motivation, direction, review, and feedback of assigned tasks.
** Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire):
** High school diploma or GED, and a minimum of five (5) 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 are 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.
* Assume responsibility for the department in the absence of the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
** Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
*** Knowledge of the operating principles of internal combustion engines.
* Knowledge of the methods of adjusting and repairing the electrical wiring and generating systems of automotive equipment.
* Ability to determine the causes of and the methods to be used in the repair of improperly operating automotive equipment.
* Ability to read and comprehend repair manuals.
* Physical strength and agility sufficient to move relatively heavy objects and to perform manual labor for considerable periods of time.
* Knowledge of electronic diagnostics.
* Knowledge of computers.
* knowledge of the various testing devices, machines, and hand tools used in mechanical repair work.
* Skill in the use of machine and hand tools.
* Plan, prioritize and organize work effectively to produce quality work with measurable results and within identified deadlines.

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