Temporary Automotive/Diesel Mechanic

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What you'll do and what you'll bring:

The rate for this position is $28.00 per hour.

Minimum Education:
1.High School diploma or equivalent (GED).

Minimum Experience
1.Successful completion of an Automotive Mechanic apprenticeship program as approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, or an equivalent combination or education and experience from which comparable job knowledge can be acquired as determined by Ball State University.
2.Two (2) years or more full-time experience working as a mechanic in a professional garage.
3.No allergies to soaps, cleaning agents, chemicals, or environmental factors.
4.Must be able to read and comprehend OSHA and hazardous materials info.
5.Must be able to handle multiple tasks at once, provide friendly and prompt customer service, and work independently.
6.Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, and University policies, procedures, and communications, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
7.Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy. Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement or obtain such licensing within a reasonable time period after hire as determined by Ball State University if the position requires the employee to hold a valid CDL.
8.Must pass post-offer/pre-employment mandatory drug and alcohol test.
9.Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.
10.You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Education:
Completion of a post-secondary program in automobile technology, medium and heavy-duty diesel truck technology or heavy equipment repair.

Preferred Experience
1.Preventive maintenance experience in automotive, medium-duty, heavy-duty, transit bus, landscaping and construction equipment.
2. Training and/or experience with EPA 2007 and 2010 Diesel Emissions Standards.
3. Extensive experience with transit and/or coach buses.
4. ASE Master Technician.
5. ASE Medium-Heavy Truck Master Technician.
6. ASE Master Truck Equipment Certification.

7. ASE Transit Bus Master Technician.
8. ASE Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Certification (L2).

Position Function
Under general supervision, perform skilled mechanical maintenance and service duties on automobiles and other related vehicles and equipment and/or grounds and construction equipment, complying with EPA, OSHA, and all appropriate regulations and codes following proper procedures and techniques.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ranking 1
Job Duty
Repair automobiles, buses, trucks, landscape and agricultural equipment, stationary generators, and related equipment. Inspect, diagnose and repair gasoline and diesel engines used throughout the university system. Disassemble, repair, and/or overhaul engines, transmissions, differentials and all subcomponents. Demonstrate the ability to rebuild component parts and assemblies using accepted practices and special tools. Must be able to safely use acetylene and electric welders to facilitate repairs or modifications. Must be able to test drive all University vehicles. Must be able to learn and demonstrate mastery of CFA Win and Shop Floor software recordkeeping systems.

Duty Requirement
Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, grasp, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to inspect areas, read written materials, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task exposes employee to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and read, comprehend, and follow, written instructions and information.

Ranking 2
Job Duty
Troubleshoot ignition, electrical systems, fuel delivery and computer controlled operational systems. Repair and service air conditioning, heating, and engine-cooling systems. Utilize test equipment and wiring charts to diagnose and repair complex automotive, truck, and bus wiring. Must be able to understand loading and flow of electricity to diagnose and repair those items that do not have wiring charts or manuals. Must be computer literate to utilize software programs to diagnose and repair electrical, emission and electronic controls on automobiles, trucks, and buses.

Duty Requirement
Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, balance, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to read written materials, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish

colors, etc. Task requires the use of tools, custodial equipment, ladders, protective equipment, etc. Task exposes employee to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions and read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

Ranking 3
Job Duty
Make wheel alignments and repair of braking systems in light, medium, and heavy-duty configurations. Must be able to use common alignment machines and techniques to repair or restore proper alignment to cars, trucks, and buses. Perform 2- and 4-wheel alignments. Repair vehicle braking systems along with associated components to include hydraulic brakes and air brakes.

Duty Requirement
Task requires visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task requires the use of tools, custodial equipment, ladders, protective equipment, etc. Task exposes employee to inside conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires mental ability to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.

Ranking 4
Job Duty
Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers. Must be able to follow included component instructions to install radios, heater, mirrors, windshield wipers, etc. In the absence of detailed or written instructions, must be able to complete accessory installation or repair using safe, sound, and accepted mechanical practices. May be required to modify existing or fabricate new wiring harnesses or hose bundles.

Duty Requirement
Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, balance, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to read written materials, inspect areas, judge distances, shape, shadow, distinguish colors, etc. Task exposes employee to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive and follow oral instructions, and read, comprehend, and follow written instructions and information.

Ranking 5
Job Duty
Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services including oil changes, lubrication, and tune-ups. Follow checklists to ensure odometer and/or hour meter records are updated, maintenance reminders rest, all important parts are examined, including fluid levels, belts, hoses, tire condition, steering systems, braking systems, and alter potentially troublesome areas.

Duty Requirement
Task requires mental ability to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.

Ranking 6
Job Duty
Perform paint and body repairs. Repair damaged automobile, truck, and bus bodies. Assess damage sequence and return damaged panel to original state. Reform, cut, re-seam and restore sheet metal to paintable status. Repaint repaired area and blend paint to make repairs practically indiscernible within acceptable professional standards. Complete estimates of damage on a varied pool of equipment.

Duty Requirement
Requires the physical ability to stoop, reach, finger, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the use of keys, pagers, radios, etc. Tasks requires mental ability to read, comprehend, following, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information.

Ranking 7
Job Duty
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy. Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Transport Endorsement or obtain such licensing within a reasonable time period after hire as determined by Ball State University if the position requires the employee to hold a valid CDL.

Duty Requirement
Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires mental ability to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.

Ranking 8
Job Duty
Perform other duties as assigned.

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact:
Brian Naylor, Garage Supervisor at 765-285-5815 or bpnaylor@bsu.edu

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