Mechanic II - Autmotive
Summary
| Title: | Mechanic II - Autmotive |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1601 |
| Department: | Fleet |
| Salary Range: | Starting Salary $47,127.00 |
Description
HERNANDO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
AL NIENHUIS, SHERIFF
JOB TITLE: MECHANIC II - AUTOMOTIVE
BUREAU: ADMINISTRATIVE BUREAU
SUPERVISED BY: FLEET SUPERVISOR
PAY GRADE: 16N CREATED: 08/06/2025
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT REVISED: 09/04/2025
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Under the direction of the Fleet Supervisor, performs mechanical work above average difficulty and responsibility in connection with scheduled maintenance and repair of Sheriff’s Office vehicles. Work requires knowledge and skill in performance of mechanical tasks involving repair, maintenance, and servicing of vehicles and related equipment. Employees may be on call for emergency repairs. Performs other work as requested
[NOTE]: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work 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.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Performs preventative maintenance and service work on vehicles and related equipment
- Makes service calls and emergency repairs in the field as required.
- Maintains records and reports required for the efficient operation of area of assignment.
- Repairs tires, checks electrical systems, brakes, suspension and steering, and replaces battery if required; maintains tire repair records; moves vehicles as requested or as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Training and Experience
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Completion of a vocational or automotive mechanic program or three (3) years work experience in automotive, tire, or repair shop. A combination of education and work will suffice if a total of three (3) years.
- Have the following three (3) ASE certifications or obtain needed certifications within one (1) year of employment.
- G1 General Maintenance and Light Repair.
- Brakes
- Electrical/Electronic systems.
B. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of average and above average mechanical skills in repair and maintenance.
- Knowledge of and skills in using the standard methods, practices, tools, and shop equipment of the automotive mechanical trade.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
- Ability to diagnose, locate, define, adjust, and/or repair defects in vehicles and equipment. Make necessary repairs quickly and efficiently both in-house and on road calls.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
- Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
- Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, and lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
