Automobile Truck and Bus Technician (Mechanic)-evening shift

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

Under supervision and direction of the Shop Foreman, diagnoses, repairs and maintains company automotive equipment and performs related work as required.  Work involves regular contact with other departments and divisions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Drives and operates automotive equipment to determine malfunction and repairs and maintains all types of automotive equipment.

Inspects and tests equipment at prescribed intervals of time and usage or upon malfunction.

Overhauls internal combustion engines.

Installs new ignition systems, aligns front wheels, changes or recharges batteries and replaces transmissions and other parts.

Inspects, tests, aligns, wheels and maintains electrical systems and controls in automobiles.  Examines protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and makes adjustments.

Balances wheels to minimize wear on tires and rotate wheels at prescribed mileage intervals.  Tunes up engine to maintain combustion control standards.  Adjusts equipment to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicles inspections and safety standards.

Lubricates moving parts and drives repaired vehicles to verify conformance to specifications.

Uses hoist wrenches, gauges, drills or grinders or other specialized auto mechanic tools and equipment.

Continual the-job training will be required to successfully maintain classification level.  Tests will cover all phases of automotive technology.  The testing will be administered and reviewed by the Transportation Manager or designated representative.

Regular Attendance Required.  All duties performed on-site for the Community.

Works effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listens to and objectively considers ideas and suggestions from others; keeps commitments; keeps others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; addresses others by name, title or other respectful identifier; and respects the diversity of our workforce in actions, words and deeds.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Maintains related records of maintenance and repair work.  Keeps work area in a safe and orderly manner.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED :

Automobiles, vehicle steam cleaner, hydraulic hoist and shop equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in an auto maintenance shop, exposure to fumes, exhaust, heat, dust, noise and normal outdoor elements.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :

Graduation from high school and extensive mechanical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience that produces the following :

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job.
• Knowledge of PC and applicable software programs.
• Knowledge of electronics and their application in vehicles of all types.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair automotive and related equipment.
• Knowledge of OBDII codes and their application.
• Knowledge of welding and some metal fabrication.
• Knowledge of the use of diagnostic tools, lab scope, scanner, DVOM, engine analyzer, graphing multi-meter and gas analyzer.
• Ability to read and write work-related job instructions in English.
• Ability to read and follow complex diagnostic procedure manuals.
• Ability to pass general mechanical and electrical skills and knowledge tests, both oral and written.
• Skill in the use and operation of tools and machinery used in mechanical repair work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Ability to obtain a valid Class A California driver's license.

Possession of two of the following ASE certificates :

Certifications from an automotive mechanic trade school will be considered in lieu of ASE certificates.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, and to use hands to finger, grasp, kneel, pull, push, stoop, balance, climb, lift up to 100 lbs., stand for periods of up to 6 hours.  The employee is regularly required to lift up to 50lbs and walk for periods of up to 2 hours. The employee is occasionally required to crawl and crouch and lift up to 100 lbs.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS :

While performing the duties of this job the employee reads, solves problems, uses his verbal & written communication skills, and has frequent customer contact.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Company Description

Village Management Services, Inc. provides professional management services to the community of Laguna Woods Village, the largest Southern California independent-living community for people 55 and older. The Village is built on 2,100 acres, features 12,736 homes and is home to about 18,000+ residents. Managing Laguna Woods Village is similar to managing a city. VMS, Inc.’s approximately 1,000 employees provide a wide variety of services to Village residents and maintain the community infrastructure. VMS, Inc. is a mutual-benefit, nonprofit corporation. Our commitment to quality and excellent customer service has made Laguna Woods Village one of the most emulated active retirement establishments in the country.

Company Description

Village Management Services, Inc. provides professional management services to the community of Laguna Woods Village, the largest Southern California independent-living community for people 55 and older. The Village is built on 2,100 acres, features 12,736 homes and is home to about 18,000+ residents. Managing Laguna Woods Village is similar to managing a city. VMS, Inc.’s approximately 1,000 employees provide a wide variety of services to Village residents and maintain the community infrastructure. VMS, Inc. is a mutual-benefit, nonprofit corporation. Our commitment to quality and excellent customer service has made Laguna Woods Village one of the most emulated active retirement establishments in the country.