Automotive Mechanic

Resumes Accepted:

November 5, 2025 – November 12, 2025

$42,000 - $90,000 (Salary negotiable based on experience and skills: to include a company assigned vehicle with insurance and fuel provided)

M-F 8:00 am - 4:00pm, and two Wednesdays per month from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Position may include shift work: to include nights, weekends, holidays, and on call)

• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits;
  As an employee you do not pay a premium for yourself or any covered dependents for these benefits. This is paid by the agency 100%.
• Life Insurance
• EAP access (counseling and support services)
• 3 weeks’ vacation, 2 weeks’ sick leave, and 2 weeks’ personal leave time.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with agency contributions annually
• Access to free medical clinic for acute care needs with a primary care provider to include annual physicals, office visits, lab work, and many generic medications through the Employee Benefits Plan for you and your dependents
• Educational Program for approved majors
• Uniforms provided

• Properly install and repair vehicle specific emergency lights and equipment
• Performance of routine automotive maintenance and repair work in the upkeep of all LCSO Vehicles
• Keeping records relative to repairs performed, preventative maintenance schedules, parts in inventory, and supplies to be requisitioned
• Supervising and directing inmate workers assigned to work with him/her
• Give roadside assistance (make service calls and emergency field repairs) in a timely manner and in accordance with agency policies and procedures
• Properly install items such as fire extinguishers, hat racks, gun racks, first aid kits, decals and other emergency equipment
• Properly install approved items in agency vehicles, both marked and unmarked, in accordance with manufacturer specifications and in the designated/approved locations to ensure proper accessibility/visibility as required
• Must prepare for, conduct, and attend specialized training, conferences and workshops
• Work remotely and independently operating a mobile repair van, including the performance of oil changes, tire service, and other basic repair services in an outdoor setting

• Some lifting (less than 50 lbs.), bend/squat, walk, see, hear, speak, manual dexterity, ambulate independently, stand for long periods

• Must be 18 years old, or older
• Must have obtained a high school diploma or GED
• Must be a US Citizen or possess a current permanent resident card
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License or state issued
• Must possess a Social Security Card
• Must not have been convicted of a felony
• Must not have used illegal drugs in the last 12 months
• Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces
• Ability to speak and write English clearly and accurately

• Knowledge of vehicle specific emergency lighting install and repairs
• Extensive familiarization with tire changer, wheel balancer, air guns, vehicle lifts, floor jacks, diagnostic scanners, a/c and brake certification
• Knowledge of the use of tools and equipment associated with automotive maintenance and repair
• Knowledge of the design and repair of automotive engines including electrical systems and brakes
• Must be able to read and understand automotive manuals and guides
• Must be able to correctly identify, repair, replace and troubleshoot malfunctioning parts
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Must be able to safely operate large vehicles, including high top large vans
• ASE Certification or equivalent trade school knowledge

All candidates must participate in the following tests to be eligible for employment:

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