Automotive Technician - Tiered

What You'll Be Doing

Are you an experienced automotive technician looking to build a stable career with exceptional benefits? Wake County offers paid vacation, holiday pay, accrued sick leave, comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) contributions, and participation in one of the top five pension plans in the nation, as ranked by S&P Global. As an automotive technician with our Fleet Operations Division, you will join a team of highly trained, certified professionals responsible for maintaining and repairing more than 1,100 County-owned vehicles.

Our diverse fleet supports administrative staff, EMS, Sheriff’s Office, emergency response teams, and numerous service departments. In this role, your expertise will help ensure vehicle reliability, maximize uptime, and support vital County operations.

You will apply your diagnostic and mechanical repair skills to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex vehicle systems, and provide high-quality service for our customers. You’ll work alongside supportive coworkers and supervisors who value collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Perform automotive repairs including tire replacement, oil changes, bulb replacement, battery service, and brake repairs.
• Utilize County-issued and personally owned tools as required to complete tasks.
• Operate tools and equipment safely, independently, and efficiently.
• Assist Senior Technicians with complex systems repairs such as engines, transmissions, HVAC, steering, electrical, body/chassis, exhaust, onboard diagnostics, and glass.
• Assist in testing advanced electrical systems, emergency equipment, and diagnostic systems.
• Apply workplace safety practices, including proper PPE usage, in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Use computers and software applications to document time, materials, and work performed.
• Demonstrate integrity, ethical conduct, and adherence to County policies.
• Follow detailed instructions and apply sound judgment in daily tasks.
• Provide excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal support to peers and customers.

Please note:

All Fleet Operations positions are designated as essential. Employees are required to report during adverse weather or emergency situations to ensure critical equipment and services remain operational. Because this is a safety-sensitive role, a pre-employment drug test and participation in the County’s random drug testing program are required.

Wake County Fleet Operation’s mission is to provide a well-managed competitive, environmentally responsible fleet to Wake County and its customers. Our team is continually ranked in the national Top 100 Best Fleets. Our goal is to keep our team fully trained and certified.

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in automotive maintenance.
• Valid Driver's License and a safe driving record.
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted.

• The preferred candidate will have 2+ years of automotive experience including diagnostic skill level.
• Have at least 2 ASE certifications or complete within first year of employment.
• Have a proven background in automotive diagnostics and repairs.
• Show past and continued interest in training, education, and development of skills.

• Formal automotive instruction.
• Possession of a NC State Inspector & Emission license.
• Demonstrated ability to perform accurate troubleshooting using diagnostic scan tools, multimeters, and OEM repair information systems.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance principles and ability to maintain detailed, compliant service documentation.

Location:

General Services Center Raleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Mon-Fri 7:00am-4:00pm

Hiring Range:  hourly

Market Range: 26.44 - 35.23

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 7/15/2026

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to…