Fleet Mechanic

Mechanic performs predictive maintenance and preventative maintenance duties on County of York vehicles, equipment and tools with the aid of technology and diagnostics. All tools, equipment and related needs to perform these duties are supplied by the County of York. The mechanic reports directly to the Fleet Manager within the Department of Fleet Management, located within the County Garage (adjoining John Rudy County Park).

This is a bargaining-unit position within the A.F.S.C.M.E. union

Located in south-central Pennsylvania, York County Government offers many exciting and challenging opportunities to learn and grow in a career while making a difference in the lives of York County residents. Each County department meets a unique need in the community and provides an opportunity for both professional growth and personal satisfaction. York County offers a competitive wage and benefit package.

• Responsible for servicing and repairing of County vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Perform within accepted practices according to repair and service manuals.
• Follows and supports Fleet Management Policy and Fleet Management Directives.
• Complete annual vehicle inspections and emission testing.
• Comply with all standards for vehicle PA State Inspection and Emission testing.
• Support an inventory control system for efficient and effective cost measures.
• Carry out duties in garage or off site as directed by the Fleet Manager.
• Complete all necessary paperwork, and maintain individual vehicle servicing records.
• Follow requisition procedure with the County of York’s purchasing procedures.
• Accurately complete work reports.
• Ensure the existence of a safe work environment and enforce all established policies.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to small engines (weed whackers, chain saws...).
• Inform Fleet Manager immediately of any and all abuse, misuse or damages.
• Demonstrate and promote practices for the safe use of all equipment and tools.
• Comply with park, county and manufacturers policies on uniforms and safety equipment.
• Oversee the correct set up of equipment, machinery, vehicles and tools.
• Provide advice in the development and implementation of garage policies and procedures.
• Report all accidents or incidents directly to the Fleet Manager.
• Attends scheduled update meetings and training sessions.
• Perform repairs to non-motorized equipment (tools, york rake, mower blades...).
• Maintain all required certifications.
• Oversee and responsible for assigned resources (e.g. tools, equipment ...).
• Ability to understand and interpret service manuals and specialized equipment.
• Facilitate the operations of the county garage in the absence of the Fleet Manager.
• Other duties as assigned

Must possess a high school degree or GED and a minimum of three (3) years experience in auto mechanics or related field is required or combination thereof.. Must possess and maintain a valid Pennsylvania State inspection license, emission testing certification (or obtain within three (3) months of employment) and PA driver’s license is required. References are required.

If you have any questions, please contact the county's Department of Human Resources at ychr.