Automotive Technician I - 524584
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Employer: University of Alabama
Industry:
Salary: $19.33 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $19.33 - Midpoint: $24.18 (Hourly N5)
Department/Organization: 507302 - Automotive Services
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm
Job Summary: The Automotive Technician I repairs and maintains automobiles, trucks, and tractors, golf carts, mules, trailers, and other equipment in accordance with standard trade practices. Assists with vehicle cleanup, changing batteries, hoses and lines, repairing flat tires, installing wiper blades, and assisting customers with fueling.
Additional Department Summary: The University of Alabama has in excess of 1000 units to be serviced. Approximately 250 units need pm service every month. This position repairs and maintains vehicles with minimal supervision, while reporting and advising to one or more of the following: Service Writer, Shop Supervisor, Service Manager, Assistant Director, and/or Director in decisions relating to mechanical repairs and in matters concerning safe vehicle operation.
Required Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of vehicle repair experience in an auto shop. Successful completion at an Automotive Tech Trade Center or equivalent facility.
Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: You must be able to provide and use your own tools.
Must have a valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at the time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.
Skills and Knowledge: Must have the basic knowledge to determine the cause and extent of component or system failure through test drives, pressure and temperature checks, visual inspection, use of diagnostic equipment, reference by technical service manuals, schematics, diagnose problem/malfunction and identify part(s) and repair procedures that are required and/or needed.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and tools involved for moving people and/or securing goods/equipment when transporting to avoid any type of damage as well as understanding the cost benefits Transport movable equipment to Automotive Services or designated off-campus vendors for repairs and/or work necessary to restore to service. Picks up equipment at vendors after work is complete and returns to campus.
Ability to lift, handle, maneuver, and use the tools and equipment used in the performance of the duties required.
Preferred Qualifications: One ASE certification.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
Department/Organization: 507302 - Automotive Services
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm
Job Summary: The Automotive Technician I repairs and maintains automobiles, trucks, and tractors, golf carts, mules, trailers, and other equipment in accordance with standard trade practices. Assists with vehicle cleanup, changing batteries, hoses and lines, repairing flat tires, installing wiper blades, and assisting customers with fueling.
Additional Department Summary: The University of Alabama has in excess of 1000 units to be serviced. Approximately 250 units need pm service every month. This position repairs and maintains vehicles with minimal supervision, while reporting and advising to one or more of the following: Service Writer, Shop Supervisor, Service Manager, Assistant Director, and/or Director in decisions relating to mechanical repairs and in matters concerning safe vehicle operation.
Required Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED and one (1) year of vehicle repair experience in an auto shop. Successful completion at an Automotive Tech Trade Center or equivalent facility.
Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: You must be able to provide and use your own tools.
Must have a valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at the time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.
Skills and Knowledge: Must have the basic knowledge to determine the cause and extent of component or system failure through test drives, pressure and temperature checks, visual inspection, use of diagnostic equipment, reference by technical service manuals, schematics, diagnose problem/malfunction and identify part(s) and repair procedures that are required and/or needed.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and tools involved for moving people and/or securing goods/equipment when transporting to avoid any type of damage as well as understanding the cost benefits Transport movable equipment to Automotive Services or designated off-campus vendors for repairs and/or work necessary to restore to service. Picks up equipment at vendors after work is complete and returns to campus.
Ability to lift, handle, maneuver, and use the tools and equipment used in the performance of the duties required.
Preferred Qualifications: One ASE certification.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
Created: 2024-08-22
Reference: bd9663947b0f9899ae0e4366788d5dc0
Country: United States
State: Alabama
City: Tuscaloosa
ZIP: 35475
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