Automotive Technician
Automotive Technician
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Job Description
Who We Are
Guided by a single mission To reduce recidivism among those we touch the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for prosocial behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
What We Do
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive contributing members of our communities ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.
To learn more about our agency please visit our website at www.drc.ohio
Are You Ready
We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work youll ever find with a work family that is second to none!
The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of (recreational /nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39 and as outlined in the posting.
Automotive service excellence certification in at least four areas two of which must be A1 engine repair & A8 engine performance or T2 diesel engines & T8 preventive maintenance inspection. The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment per section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio revised code. Valid commercial drivers license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio revised code.
Job Skills: Automotive Vehicle Maintenance Problem Solving Flexibility Time Management.
This is a reposting... If you applied previously you must apply again to be considered.
What Youll Do:
This position works under general direction and requires thorough knowledge of auto mechanics with automotive service excellence certification in at least four areas two of which must be A1 engine repair and A8 engine performance.
Lead team of lowerlevel auto mechanic(s) and/or inmates (i.e. provides work direction and training) engaged in automotive maintenance and repair
Perform major overhauls of engines or repair most difficult and complex equipment problems
Perform minor and major repairs of vehicles and equipment
Assists inmates/mechanic(s) in diagnosing and resolving mechanical problems inspects completed work and equipment and ensures that procedures and safety practices are followed
Ensures tool control policies and procedures and chemical control policies and procedures are followed
Repairs rebuilds and/or replaces minor and major parts (e.g. electrical system components alternators water or fuel pumps clutches brake systems)
Adjusts valves and performs preventive maintenance and service on vehicles and equipment
Performs miscellaneous mechanic work (e.g. body repair work repairs or replaces tires cleans or replaces diesel injectors)
Provides service and repair of vehicles and equipment on emergency basis
Cleans garage area equipment and/or tools
Mows grass
Operates equipment snow plows and/or tow truck
Schedules maintenance and repairs of equipment
Maintains repair or service records
Maintain required certifications
Updates shop manuals and parts books
Operates welding equipment (e.g. acetylene torch MIG welding equipment) to heat shape and weld machinery and equipment
Operates computer to enter edit and retrieve data from computer systems
Performs inventories and/or orders and picks up parts and supplies
Controls/restricts inmate movement
Application Procedures:
In order to be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.
- When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
- We cannot give you credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your online application.
- You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
- We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobaccofree workplace.
PreEmployment Drug Testing:
All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of . An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical .
PreEmployment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:
- Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
- Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force implied threats of force or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
- Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism terrorism or money laundering to support terrorism;
- Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible fulltime and parttime employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS&Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
