Mechanic III

Asheville, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 24 - 34

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This job posting expires at 11:59PM onJanuary 27 applications can be submitted after 11:59PM onJanuary 27 2026.

Job Title:Mechanic III

Department:General Services

External Hiring Range:$24.09-$28.55

Compensation Grade:2006

Pay Range:$24.09 - $34.73

Posted Internally and Externally

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Mechanic III to join our dynamic team in a new state of the art this position you will not only be responsible for diagnosing and repairing vehicles but you will also have the opportunity to collaborate and share knowledge with team members. Buncombe County invests in a diverse fleet inventory which offers the opportunity to service a wide range of vehicles that include ambulances pursuit vehicles services trucks and sedans electric hybrid as well as traditional gas and diesel vehicles. We believe in investing in our teams growth and development empowering our Mechanics to stay current with the latest industry advancements and technologies. By fostering a culture of continuous learning we enhance our departments capabilities and elevate the quality of service we provide. Along with a great benefit package all PPE uniforms and tools are provided at no cost to the employee. Join us and be part of a team that is committed to excellence and innovation in every repair.

Purpose of the position:

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for performing mechanical work to repair maintain and rebuild gasoline and alternative fueled automotive equipment.

Minimum Education Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire): High school diploma or GED and a minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in the repair of gasoline and alternatively fueled automobiles trucks and heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be 18 years of age or older.

Additional Training and Experience: Completion of Safety Training post hire.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: Possession of a valid North Carolina drivers license; North Carolina Inspection License; May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I II III or Universal technicians as required by 40 CFR part 82 subpart F.

Physical Requirements:

The work is primarily heavy work requiring exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally the following physical abilities are required: balancing climbing crawling crouching feeling fingering grasping handling hearing kneeling lifting mental acuity pulling pushing reaching repetitive motion speaking standing stooping talking visual acuity and walking.

Essential Functions of the position:

Maintain County vehicles in good working order including automobiles trucks ambulances and other vehicles; ensures vehicles are safe and in good working order.
Perform diagnostics on vehicles brought in for services; perform general and deferred maintenance on assigned vehicles as per scheduler.
Perform vehicle inspections as needed by North Carolina state licensing.
Applies knowledge of safety procedures when operating tools and working with machinery and moving mechanical parts.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other Abilities:

Knowledge of internal combustion engine operating principles.
Expertise in adjusting and repairing automotive electrical wiring and generating systems.
Ability to diagnose and repair malfunctioning automotive equipment.
Proficiency in reading and understanding repair manuals.
Physical strength and agility to move heavy objects and perform manual labor for extended periods.
Knowledge of electronic diagnostic techniques.
Proficiency in computer usage.
Familiarity with testing devices machines and hand tools used in mechanical repair.
Skilled in using machine and hand tools.
Ability to plan prioritize and organize work to produce quality results within deadlines.

Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture one that fully engages all of our employees honoring and building on each employees unique experiences opinions and perspective.

It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race natural hair or hairstyles ethnicity creed color sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin or ancestry marital or familial status pregnancy veteran status religious belief or non-belief age or disability or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. EEO practices and employment decisions regarding recruitment hiring assignment promotion and compensation shall not be based on any of these protected addition the County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.

This job posting expires at 11:59PM onJanuary 27 applications can be submitted after 11:59PM onJanuary 27 2026.Job Title:Mechanic IIIDepartment:General ServicesExternal Hiring Range:$24.09-$28.55Compensation Grade:2006Pay Range:$24.09 - $34.73Posted Internally and ExternallyWe are seeking a skilled...