Automotive Mechanic Helper

Position: Automotive Mechanic Helper (Vacancy)
Definition

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for assisting fully-skilled mechanics in making repairs to a diversified fleet of cars, trucks, and other similar equipment; performs related duties as required.

Location:

7600 S. Sunbury Rd, Westerville, OH 43081

Hours:

M-F 7:00am - 3:30pm

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Performs preventive maintenance on motorized equipment by checking fluid levels, checking lights and safety equipment, lubricating equipment, changing oil, and filters;

Assists in removing packer blades, hydraulic lines, and components;

Assists in repairs to brake systems, street sweeper and snow removal equipment, firefighting apparatuses, and medic vehicles;

Assists in locating and repairing trouble in electrical systems;

Assists in aligning wheels;

Assists in making repairs on various types of light equipment such as push mowers, wood chippers, weed eaters, sprayers, or generators;

Uses a variety of equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, gauges of various sorts, and other testing equipment;

Applies and removes decals to new and used vehicles;

Drives to various locations to pick up repair parts as required;

Maintains and prepares records and reports as required;

Drives to various locations to assist with making repairs as required;

Operates a computer and related software needed;

Cleans work area after completion of job;

May make road tests to locate defects in motor vehicles;

May drive commercial motor vehicles that require a commercial driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience performing minor automotive repair work, or completion of a trade school program in automotive mechanics.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

By the completion of the probationary period, must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license allowing the operation of vehicles with air brakes. Some positions may require the following endorsement(s):
Passenger Transport (P), Hazardous Materials (H), and Tanker (N).

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 26-3464-V1

Employment Type:

Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Elizabeth Hopkins

Columbus Water & Power

Division of Water

37 W. Broad St

Columbus, Ohio 43215

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E:elahopkins

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer