Fleet Service Apprentice Position Available In Moore, North Carolina

Fleet Service Apprentice 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars Pinehurst, NC 28374 JOB An employee in this class performs basic work of a mechanic in the Village’s garage. The employee performs assigned automotive and mechanical work repairing gasoline and diesel equipment. The work requires operation of various equipment and hand tools to support the work activities. The employee is subject to hazards of mechanic work including working in both inside and outside environments, including extreme hot and cold weather and is exposed to hazards such as loud noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, chemicals, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, and oils. Work is subject to the OSHA requirements on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Fleet Maintenance Superintendent and is evaluated through observation while in progress and/or upon completion, work order reports, and by quality and successful equipment operation.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Completes basic repairs and services a variety of trucks, cars, and equipment under direct supervision of others.

Performs regular preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment according to the maintenance schedule; lubricates, checks fluid levels, changes oil and filters, and replaces spark plugs, installs hoses, and replaces belts, checks lights, tires, brake linings, wiper blades, horns, suspensions, etc.

Performs routine checks for worn parts and recommends need for replacement or repair. Operates equipment such as, lift jacks, tire changer/balancer, air compressor, battery chargers, wrenches, and other hand tools.

Installs batteries and terminals; Changes and repairs tires. Unequips vehicles and equipment, when taken out of service, in preparation for sale.

Performs work in accordance with OSHA and Village’s safety regulations and procedures.

Uses automated work order system to report time and parts used to complete work.

Cleans and arranges tools and garage area.

Picks up vehicles for scheduled preventative maintenance; drives vehicles and equipment upon completion of repair work to determine if repair solved the problem; drives to pick up parts. Performs related duties as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Possession of a valid driver’s license. Graduation from high school supplemented by some technical or vocational automotive/heavy equipment maintenance training or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special RequirementsPossession of or ability to obtain and maintain certification for NC Vehicle Inspections and OBD Safety.