Automotive Technician I, II, or III

Job Description:

Automotive Technician I, II, or III

Description

Description

Join Charleston County Fleet Operations as an Automotive Technician!

Are you passionate about maintaining and repairing vehicles while making a difference in your community? At Charleston County Fleet Operations, we are looking for skilled Automotive Technicians who want to be part of a team that keeps the county running. Whether you're just starting or looking to grow in your career, we have a place for you.

Why Choose Charleston County?

1. A Rewarding Career in Public Service: Be part of something bigger! Your work ensures that essential county services, like EMS and emergency vehicles, stay operational and serve the community efficiently.
2. Exclusive Government Benefits:

• State Retirement Plan - Secure a future with retirement benefits that many private sector jobs can't offer.
• Annual Tool Allowance - Keep your skills sharp with access to the tools you need.
• Work-Life Balance - Enjoy a structured schedule with fewer labor-intensive hours compared to private-sector roles.

3. Career Growth: With clear paths for advancement and support for certifications (ASE and EPA 609 A/C), this is a place where you can build a long-term career.

4. Competitive Pay: Based on experience and qualifications.

• Technician I: $16.68 - $20.97 per hour
• Technician II: $17.26 - $23.52 per hour
• Technician III: $18.67 - $25.40 per hour

(Salary dependent upon applicant's experience, skill level, and other job specific qualifications)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

As an Automotive Technician with Charleston County Fleet Operations, you'll have a dynamic and varied role where your day-to-day tasks directly support essential county services. Key responsibilities include:

• Diagnose and Repair Vehicles: Work on a wide range of county vehicles, from cars and trucks to medium-duty diesels and all electrical and electronic components and accessories on all types of equipment; . You'll handle everything from heating and air systems to brakes, suspension, tires, and beyond.
• Electrical and Electronic Components: Use advanced diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including charging systems, alternators, batteries, and other critical components.
• Communication and Prioritization: Collaborate with vehicle operators to understand issues and prioritize repairs to ensure minimal disruption to county services. With a high importance on keeping immediate supervisor informed on work progress.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of all services performed, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure compliance and accuracy for future servicing.
• Emergency Support: Be ready to step in for on-call back-up support when needed, particularly for after-hours repairs on critical vehicles like EMS ambulances.
• Stay Updated: Keep your skills sharp by attending meetings, training sessions, workshops, and conferences on the latest automotive trends, tools, and techniques in assigned work areas by also staying updated with the r eview of publications and audiovisual materials ;
• performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.

This role will challenge you to use a combination of your technical expertise and problem-solving skills while contributing to the smooth operation of the county's fleet and services. You’ll have the opportunity to continuously grow and refine your skills in a supportive environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma (or GED) supplemented with at least 1 year of hands-on experience in automotive repair and maintenance.
• License: A valid S.C. driver’s license is required.
• Certifications: If you don’t already have an ASE certification or EPA 609 A/C certification, we’ll help you obtain it within your first 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Technical Skills: You should be proficient with digital multimeters and capable of reading wiring diagrams. Experience using multiple types diagnostic equipment is essential.

• Commitment to Excellence: Willingness to be on-call occasionally to handle emergency repair work is a plus!
• The employee will be required to periodically, (as needed), be on-call on a 24/7 basis for repairs to critically needed and emergency equipment.

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

Salary:

$16.68 - $25.40 Hourly