Job Abstract

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Diagnoses and resolves difficult problems encountered in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment;
• Identifies proper parts and develops procedures; provides instruction of corrective procedures;
• Provides technical advice and assistance to technicians on new or difficult and complex work and conducts road tests;
• Mentors and provides instruction to technicians on difficult repair work;
• Monitors and evaluates the removal and tear down of components and assemblies by Technicians;
• Meets with manufacturer and service representatives to discuss technical vehicle and equipment problems and to learn systems to ensure vehicles and vehicle systems are constructed in accordance with contract specifications;
• Recommends when a major component or assembly is to be repaired, rebuilt or discarded;
• Reads and interprets technical manuals and service/recall bulletins, investigates and prepares service bulletins for fleet defect reports, and conducts associated training;
• Inspects and monitors work areas, examines tools and shop equipment, and provides employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules;
• May act as lead in supervisor's absence.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup, operation, and working relationships of a variety of heavy-duty systems, assemblies, mechanism, and parts;
• Thorough knowledge of the tools, equipment and methods used in the mechanical repair of a wide variety of automotive, construction and industrial equipment;
• Thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the condition of vehicles and equipment repaired and maintained, environmental laws governing refrigerant use, and occupational safety regulations regarding safe practices in the workplace;
• Skill in performing difficult mechanical repairs;
• Skill in using and instructing others in using hand and power tools and equipment associated with the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment;
• Extensive knowledge of methods and tools commonly used by service technicians in the repair and maintenance of automotive and industrial equipment;
• Extensive knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade;
• Ability to conduct hands-on training to a team of Vehicle and Equipment Technicians performing repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment;
• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with co-workers as well as the public;
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions;
• Ability to read and comprehend relevant documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”) completion of the tenth grade plus five years of experience in problem diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of light, medium, heavy and/or specialized automotive equipment. Related automotive technical education or trade training above the high school may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis. Possession of a set of tools commonly used in the automotive industry, such as wrenches, pliers, and sockets and ratchets. Personal tools are required upon appointment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CDL - Class B (VA) (Required)
• Master Technician certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (Required)
• Safety State Inspection Certificate (VA) and/or a Virginia Emission Inspections (Required within 12 months)

• The appointee to the position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, driving record check, Commercial Driver License (CDL) screening, and pre-employment medical evaluation.
• This position is classified as essential personnel. The appointee is required to report to work during times of inclement weather or other emergencies.