Fleet Automotive Mechanic II (Monday - Friday 8:55 am to 5:25 pm)

Overview

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Performs highly skilled maintenance and repair to automobiles, light/medium truck and or equipment maintenance and repair. This position will interact on a regular basis with: Faculty and staff. This position typically will advise and counsel: Faculty and staff. This position will supervise: N/A

Job Duty 1 -
Perform diagnostics and troubleshoot utilizing automated diagnostic tools.

Job Duty 2 -
Maintain major component repairs, electrical systems controls, and preventative maintenance services to all Georgia Tech (GT) state owned automobiles, trucks, and equipment.

Job Duty 3 -
Ensure the safe and proper operation of tools and power equipment adhering to prescribed safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Job Duty 4 -
Road tests vehicles and trucks upon completion of repairs to ensure proper functioning and safe operating conditions.

Job Duty 5 -
Perform inspections on automotive and mechanical equipment to identify repair needs and provide accurate cost estimates.

Job Duty 6 -
Work with Parts Specialist regarding shop inventory and equipment. Assist with department asset inventory and reconciliation.

Job Duty 7 -
Diagnose, repair, and overhaul vehicle systems including brakes, ignition, electrical, transmission, differentials, and hydraulic systems.

Job Duty 8 -
Perform other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
High school diploma, GED Certificate or Vocational School Diploma

Other Required Qualifications
This position requires possession of a valid and appropriate Georgia Driver's License at the time of appointment, which must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Required Experience
Four to five years of job related experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Two year Automotive Technician certification from an accredited technical institution; Certifications from National Institute for Automotive Excellence (NIASE); Certification as A & B operator for underground tanks; Skills preferred for this job include previous fleet experience; working knowledge of records management procedure; working knowledge of underground tanks

• ASE certifications (e.g., A1A8 or equivalent); ability to obtain within 18 months.
• Experience with medium- and heavy-duty trucks, low-speed electric vehicles (LSVs), or specialized fleet equipment.
• Familiarity with fleet management software and maintenance tracking systems.
• Experience working in a public-sector, university, or large institutional fleet environment.

SKILLS
This job requires knowledge of fleet management principles, practices, and procedures; intermediate level of business mathematics; ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing; ability to utilize personal computers, standard office equipment, and standard software applications; ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet establish deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimum direction.

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and asset lifecycle management.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

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
This position does not require security clearance.

Salary Range:$24.49 - $31.54

Job Grade: C8

Location: Atlanta, GA

Shift Monday - Friday 8:55 am to 5:25 pm

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest/