Automotive Mechanic

Brevard County is an EEO and Veteran's Preference employer.

Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$22.11 to $24.32 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Melbourne/Central Fleet Shop. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Performs skilled crafts and trades work in the maintenance and repair of diesel and/or gasoline vehicles and light equipment.

Two (2) years of experience in automotive or diesel mechanics OR have assisted in the repair of automotive or diesel vehicles as a General Repair Technician for one (1) year. Successful completion of course work in automotive or diesel mechanics or closely related field at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience;

120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess certification in, or proof of successful completion of, "Heating and Air Conditioning" from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (NASE) to service motor vehicle A/C systems. Requires the following ASE certifications: A1 - Engine Repair A5 - Brakes A7 - Air Conditioning In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or manmade disaster which may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

• Employee Health and Dependent Health Insurance available at group rates Dental and Vision insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance Employee Wellness Program

To learn more, please read the Active Employee Benefits Guide

• Participation in the Florida Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 Plan)

• 12 Vacation Days per Year
• 12 Sick Days per Year
• 11 Paid Holidays per Year

The following holiday schedule has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners. It may not apply to all government agencies within Brevard County and does not necessarily reflect operating hours for all County offices, facilities, or services. Please check with the specific organization for particular needs.

• New Year's Day
  - January 1st
• Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
  - January 19th
• Memorial Day
  - May 25th
• Independence Day
  - Observed July 3rd
• Labor Day
  - September 7th
• Veteran's Day
  - November 11th
• Thanksgiving Day
  - November 26th
• Friday after Thanksgiving
  - November 27th
• Christmas Eve
  - December 24th
• Christmas Day
  - December 25th
• Personal Holiday