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Automotive Services Technician

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Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Facilities/Grounds/Skilled Trades

Department:

Facilities Management/Auto Shop 

Position Overview:

Under general supervision, performs automotive work at the advanced level. This is highly skilled work requiring the use of computer diagnostic equipment in the maintenance and repair of a variety of gasoline and diesel powered motor vehicles, transit buses, and equipment. The work of this class differs from the Automotive Services Mechanic in that the Automotive Services Technician performs advanced level tasks in the repair of computerized, mechanical, and electrical systems, and the Automotive Services Mechanic performs journey level tasks in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $51,069 and has 14 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles.  Tuition remission is also available. 

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Responsibilities:

Inspects and tests vehicles, automotive systems, and related equipment and diagnoses complex malfunctions using computerized diagnostic equipment.

Conducts electronic engine analyses and various specialized tests, such as exhaust gas analysis, emission system analysis, electrical system analysis, electronic laboratory oscilloscope analysis, and scan tool analysis.

Repairs engine drivability, emissions and other computer controlled mechanical and electrical systems using various electronic and computerized devices.

Performs complex mechanical repairs and extensive overhauls of all types of major automotive components, assemblies and sub-assemblies.

Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the automotive trade. Cleans work area upon completion of project.

Prepares reports and inspection forms.

May provide guidance and instruction to lower level Automotive Mechanics.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Five years progressively responsible experience in servicing, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles or motor equipment. 

Valid Maryland Noncommercial Class C or equivalent driver's license is required.

Note: Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.

Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:

  • 14 Days of Annual Leave  (increases with years of service)
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement/Pension plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
  • & Much more

Contingent II positions may include benefits

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 

Salary:

Pay Range 12 (minimum: $51,069 maximum: $84,257) based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, Memorandum of Understanding, USM Board of Regent policies, internal equity, budget and qualifications and experience. Most salary offers will be close to the minimum part of the range.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours: Full-time 
Type: Regular
Additional Information: Facilities Management provides free uniforms and shoes for skilled trades positions.  Tools are provided for use on the job as well as a UMBC owned vehicle to travel to worksites on campus. UMBC also assists with keeping trades licenses current and obtaining needed training. Opportunities for shift differential, on-call, and overtime pay may be available. 
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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