DescriptionJoin 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 IMMEDIATELYDuties and ResponsibilitiesAs 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
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