Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks on the journeyman level in maintaining, servicing, and repairing all manner of automotive, heavy duty, and related mechanical equipment. Ensures maximum use and operation from University vehicles through proper service and repair.

Qualifications

Successful completion of an accredited mechanics program (ASE Certification, Factory Certification, Accredited Technical school) and two years of shop experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); or 4 years of on the job training. Required to obtain a state safety inspection license, emissions license and air conditioning license within 6 months of employment.

Demonstrated customer service skills; and oral and written communications skills.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Checks entire engine functions, brake systems, electrical, fuel, and other mechanical systems by using diagnostic equipment and previous knowledge and experience to determine causes of malfunctions and repairs to be performed.
2. Performs state safety inspections and county emissions tests on vehicles as required by law.
3. Handles assorted maintenance duties as assigned or directed by applying the suitable method in timing and tuning both gas and diesel engines, adjusting carburetors and fuel injection systems, relining and replacing both air and hydraulic brakes, replacing oil filters, as well as adjusting and replacing tappets, and other such parts.
4. Services and repairs vehicles by testing for and correcting faulty alignment of wheels, axles, and steering mechanisms, including wheel balancing, shock absorbers, springs, and other related parts.
5. May assist Technician I's or other subordinate personnel by answering questions, making suggestions, or illustrating proper repair procedures in helping less experienced workers to learn and benefit from the incumbent's experience.
6. Dismantles and disassembles different units by breaking them down into component parts (e.g. pistons, bearings, gears, etc.) as necessary to inspect and examine for excessive wear or defects.
7. Overhauls clutches, brakes, steering, and other assemblies by repairing, replacing, and applying appropriate procedures and techniques.

Comments

The job requires considerable knowledge of the procedures, hazards, and safety practices applicable in making mechanical and electrical repairs. Skill in the use of automotive mechanic tools and acetylene and electric arc welding equipment is also important. Demonstrate the knowledge to work on pieces of light equipment such as golf carts, lawn mowers, and other equiptment as needed. Occasionally, the incumbent may be called to operate the wrecker in retrieving stalled or disabled vehicles.