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Automotive Mechanic II
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Position Number: 5210656
Location: Columbus, GA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Automotive Mechanic II

Job ID: 271505
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

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Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Department Information

Vehicle Maintenance

Job Summary

The Automotive Mechanic II role diagnoses and repairs various systems of cars, pickup trucks, trailers, and golf carts. Manage all aspects of the automotive shop's operations as they arise. The main responsibilities of this role are the preventive maintenance and repair of the university's fleet and small-engine powered equipment. This position works with moderate independence using a variety of general maintenance, electrical, and HVAC skills to perform assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

Significant duties and responsibilities include: Diagnose and repair automobile systems such as brake systems, starting and charging systems, powertrain, steering and suspension, heating and air conditioning, electrical, hose & belts, and minor body repairs with respect to work request orders.; Perform repairs to systems on golf carts, GEM cars, lawn mowers, trailers, and various non-highway vehicles.; Create and implement ideas and strategies for managing the efficiency of day-to-day shop operations.; Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and integrity of the automotive shop.; Maintain tools and tool storage.; Order and return parts as needed from vendors.; Ensure shop equipment is safe and operational.; Deliver and retrieve automobiles from outside shops as needed.; Order necessary supplies to perform shop functions.; Performs general preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of vehicle AC systems and equipment.; Maintains related records on all fleet vehicles.; Communicates with supervisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.; Keeps inventory control of shop tools/equipment to include up to date calibrations and repairs or replacements as needed. Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor.; Road tests vehicles.; Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications include: High school diploma or GED.; 5+ years of skilled work experience in automotive maintenance or any equivalent combination of training and experience.; A valid Driver's License is required.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $43,000- $46,000 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Possession of multiple ASE certifications preferred.; Proper use of automotive tools and equipment. Job Description ' Automotive Mechanic II 6.; Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know etc.; Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.; Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of trades.; Must show high priority toward serving internal and external customers courteously and timely.; Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.; Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to read and interpret schematics, sketches, and diagrams.; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.; Demonstrate polite, cooperative, and respectful behavior. Creates an environment where people feel welcome and included.; Promotes cooperation and understanding within the organization, shares information and resources with others.; Works effectively with others to find solutions that benefit all parties involved.; Actively supports group decisions.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Steven Conley, Asset and Access Manager, via email at conley_steven@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.

Other Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near electrical systems and equipment with occasional exposure to electrical shock.; The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.; The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to operate tools or controls and reach.; The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, taste, and smell.; Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Background Check

CSU Background Standard
MVR Report

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=271505&PostingSeq=1