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Automotive Mechanic - EXAM

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Automotive Mechanic - EXAM

Salary

$32.56 - $44.76 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-3459-C1

Department

60 Department of Public Utilities

Division

Division of Sewerage and Drainage

Opening Date

07/29/2025

Closing Date

8/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled mechanical repair work on diversified fleet of trucks, automobiles, and heavy/light equipment; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

+ Performs major and minor repair and replacement work;

+ Installs rings and bearings and makes proper adjustments; removes, repairs, and replaces vehicular and equipment engines; overhauls and repairs fuel systems, heavy-duty manual and automatic transmissions, and clutches;

+ Diagnoses, repairs, and replaces brakes to include air brakes, anti-lock brake systems, and brake components; repairs suspension systems; overhauls differentials;

+ Performs diversified electrical work on automotive equipment such as installing batteries and terminals, repairing and adjusting lights, replacing alternators, and repairing generators and starters;

+ Performs preventive maintenance and inspections on motorized equipment;

+ Makes road tests to locate defects in operation and as a check on repair work before the return of equipment to active use; makes drivability diagnostics and tests using a variety of common testing devices such as ammeters, voltmeters, diagnostic scanners, measuring instruments, computers, gauges of various sorts, and other testing equipment;

+ Repairs and replaces hydraulic systems and components such as pumps, hoses, seals, and cylinders in fire apparatus, packer trucks, and earth and snow moving equipment;

+ Performs diagnostic tests on air conditioning units and makes repairs;

+ Makes diagnoses and repairs on various types of light equipment such as push mowers, wood chippers, weed eaters, sprayers, or generators;

+ Performs welding and machine work incidental to completion of repair assignments and special projects;

+ Enters information, such as work order data or parts requests, into computerized systems;

+ Cleans work area after completion of job;

+ Drives commercial motor vehicles which require a commercial driver’s license;

+ May change, mount, dismount, or balance tires on automotive equipment;

+ May perform preventative maintenance and complete minor repairs on stationary and portable power generators

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience as a fully-skilled automotive mechanic or two (2) years as an Automotive Mechanic Helper with the City of Columbus. Substitution(s): Completion of a post-high school technical training program may be substituted for one (1) year of experience as an Automotive Mechanic Helper with the City of Columbus.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

By completion of the probationary period, must possess a valid Class A commercial driver’s license allowing the operation of vehicles with air brakes. Some positions may require the following endorsement(s): Passenger (P), Hazardous Materials (H), and Tanker (N).

By completion of the probationary period, must possess an EPA approved refrigerant certificate, which meets the standards under section 609 of the Clean Air Act for all technicians who may service a motor vehicle air conditioning system (MVAC & MVAC-like).

Test/Job Contact Information

The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create aNEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE, eligible list, and willreplacethe names on the current list. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

The examination process will consist of a multiple-choice exam, administered on a computer, weighted 55% covering Reading Manuals, Safety, Parts and Tools, Vehicle Systems, Problem Sensitivity, and Diagnostics; a work order form administered on computer weighted 15%; and a training evaluation weighted 30%.

Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

The certification process will be: Fixed Band

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website athttps://www.columbus.gov/Services/Public-Utilities.

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Short-term Disability

+ Life Insurance

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Select the statement below that best describes your qualifications:

+ I have one (1) or more years of experience as a fully skilled automotive mechanic performing major and minor repair and replacement work.

+ I have two (2) or more years of experience as an Automotive Mechanic Helper with the City of Columbus.

+ I have at least one (1) year of experience as an Automotive Mechanic Helper with the City of Columbus, AND I have attached proof of completion of a post high school technical training program to this application.

+ None of the above apply, I do not meet all of the minimum qualifications for the job.

03

Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

+ o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

+ o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

Required Question

Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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