A Level Automotive Technician

Support our transportation program ensuring vehicles are maintained and in optimum running condition. Job Summary

Solid Ground Transportation (SGT) includes a program that provides paratransit service under contract to King County Metro’s Access Services and Vehicle Maintenance divisions. SGT also operates the Solid Ground Circulator, providing free transportation in the downtown Seattle core area.

The A Level Automotive Technician is responsible for servicing the SGT fleet and other agency vehicles according to an established preventative maintenance inspection program, and for diagnosing and repairing all defects to keep the vehicles in optimum running condition. They must maintain a thorough knowledge of all agency-operated vehicles and their components and subsystems, and may be required to perform the duties of the Lead Technician in case of absence.

• Inspect and replace front and rear brake components as necessary, including providing adjustments and bleeding.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical defects on gasoline and diesel-powered cars, trucks, and buses.
• Dismantle and overhaul all types of gasoline and diesel engines and their components.
• Perform diagnosis of electrical systems and subsystems, including starters, generators, wiring and engine control components.
• Operate diagnostic test equipment, brake lathe, tire repair, and tire balance equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and lubricate and replace fluids and filters as required.
• Troubleshoot and repair transmission and differentials axles and driveline components, including removing and replacing complete units or components.
• Diagnose and repair steering and suspension components, as listed from inspections or driver complaints.
• Complete work orders, preventative maintenance inspection sheets, and other forms as required.
• Inform Maintenance Manager of problems or suggestions in writing. Maintain clean work areas and assist in cleaning all shop areas.
• Perform field maintenance and respond to vehicles that have broken down on route.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Solid Ground is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status.