Safety - Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations
related to the operation and repair of vehicles and equipment.
Supervision - Knowledge of leadership techniques, principles and procedures to provide work
direction, supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Time Management - Plans and organizes daily work routine. Estimates expected time of
completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Implements work
activities in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
Interpersonal Relationships/Customer Service – Develops and maintains cooperative and
professional relationships with employees and the public.
Computer Skills – Utilizes a personal computer with basic applications.
REQUIRED ABILITIES
Automotive Repair – Utilizes a variety of shop tools and equipment including scan tools and
diagnostic equipment to perform difficult to complex repair work of vehicles and equipment.
Judgement/Decision Making – Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and
evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to make appropriate decisions.
Communication – Ability to communicate ideas and verbally and in writing effectively so others
will understand, to include interpreting and understanding complex drawings and technical
manuals and preparation of detailed repair operation records. Ability to listen and understand
information and ideas being presented verbally and in writing.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Requires to a high school diploma and 4 years of journeyman level automotive mechanic experience,
or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 1 year experience with the City of Newport
News is preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
An acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check; a valid
driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) permit prior to employment and complete the
practical portion of the CDL test within 60 days of employment.
This position requires pre-employment medical evaluation and substance abuse testing and is subject
to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
Must obtain a Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Automotive or
Medium/Heavy Truck and a Virginia State Inspector License within one year of employment in this
position.
Must provide and maintain a full set of hand tools and locking toolbox.
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