Automotive Mechanic - Light Fleet Maintenance bei Bexar County, TX
Bexar County, TX · San Antonio, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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About the Department
Position Duties
- Conducts testing and diagnostic work on mechanical, electrical and other systems
- Removes and replaces defective vehicle parts
- Performs brake system repairs and replacement of brake system parts including wheel bearing replacement and packing
- Performs engine tune-up work, oil changes and lubrication
- Removes, repairs or replaces defective ignition, air-conditioning, fuel, suspension, steering, electrical and exhaust system parts as necessary
- Performs State inspections on vehicles in accordance with State requirements
- Performs transmission service including transmission oil and filter changes
- Performs maintenance and repair of coolant systems
- Replaces windshield wipers, weather-stripping, switches and lamps
- Road tests vehicles for safe operation and performance
- Installs and removes all emergency equipment on police cars such as sirens, emergency lights, radar units, video cameras, telephones, interior cages, push bumpers and computers/M.D.T. (Mobile Data Transmitters)
- Performs related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and three (3) years automotive mechanic experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of computerized engine test equipment; knowledge of engine analyzer and compression test equipment; knowledge of general automotive mechanical, hydraulic, brakes, air-conditioning, steering, exhaust, electrical, and cooling systems; knowledge of safety standards and practices
- Skill in the operation of a variety of power tools; skill in removing difficult to reach vehicle parts; skill in troubleshooting automotive malfunctions
- Ability to operate and interpret information from computerized testing and analyzing equipment; ability to use different equipment and special tools; ability to diagnose malfunctions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees and the general public
- Must obtain National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence in at least two categories by the end of probation period (6 months)
- Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
- Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
- Must provide or furnish own hand tools
- Must have a valid Texas driver's license
- May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
- Working conditions are primarily indoors with occasional outdoor exposure
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
- Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as hazardous fluids (gasoline, oil, fluids, antifreeze, freon, battery acid, and solvents) extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
- Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, occasionally moves objects weighing up to 75 pounds
- Will frequently communicate with co-workers; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Frequently moves about buildings
- Constantly positions self to perform essential functions
- Constantly operates tools and equipment
Other Qualifications

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.