Automotive Mechanic, Mid-Level

Automotive Mechanic Mid-Level

Overview

SimTech Inc. recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places for Working Parents is seeking an Automotive Mechanic Mid-Level to join our dynamic and diverse team in Huntsville AL.

SimTech offers a market leading compensation package with excellent benefits work/life balance outstanding retirement plan career advancement and much more.

This role maintains and repairs a fleet of light and medium-duty gasoline vehicles. It is a hands-on position covering preventive maintenance diagnostics and repair across engine drivetrain brake electrical cooling and emissions systems with the goal of keeping every vehicle safe compliant and available. The mechanic works with drivers and fleet coordinators to schedule work keeps accurate service records and responds to breakdowns in the field when needed.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles including oil and filter changes fluid services lubrication belts hoses and multi-point inspections.

Diagnose and repair engine transmission driveline steering suspension and brake systems on light and medium-duty gasoline vehicles.

Use OEM and aftermarket scan tools and service information systems to read fault codes interpret live data and isolate drivability electrical and electronic problems.

Diagnose and repair 12-volt electrical systems including charging starting lighting wiring harnesses control modules and upfit accessory circuits.

Inspect service and replace hydraulic brake components including pads rotors drums calipers lines and ABS components.

Diagnose and repair cooling systems including radiators hoses water pumps thermostats and coolant leaks and service cab HVAC systems.

Mount balance rotate and repair tires inspect wheels bearings and hubs and perform or coordinate alignments.

Perform DOT annual inspections and readiness checks and keep vehicles compliant with federal and state safety requirements.

Install and maintain upfit equipment such as shelving lift gates auxiliary power lighting and telematics devices.

Respond to on-site and road-call breakdowns perform field repairs and coordinate towing when needed.

Document work orders parts usage labor and inspection results in the fleet maintenance system and maintain accurate service histories.

Order and manage parts fluids and shop supplies and keep shop tools and equipment in safe working condition.

Follow shop safety practices including lift operation hazardous material handling and proper disposal of fluids and used parts.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Education Requirements and Desired Skillsets

High school diploma or GED; completion of an automotive technology program is preferred.

3 years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing light and medium-duty gasoline vehicles.

Proficiency with diagnostic scan tools multimeters and OEM service information to troubleshoot drivability and electrical issues.

Solid working knowledge of brake steering suspension and driveline systems.

Ability to read wiring diagrams and service manuals and to diagnose 12-volt electrical faults.

Must supply own basic hand tools; specialty and diagnostic tools are provided.

Valid drivers license with a clean driving record and the ability to road test fleet vehicles.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Some overtime may be required.

ASE certifications (A-series and/or T-series) are preferred.

Class B CDL or the ability to obtain one is preferred.

DOT annual inspector qualification is preferred.

EPA Section 609 refrigerant handling certification is preferred.

Basic MIG welding and fabrication skills are preferred.

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Physical Description

Employees in these positions will work primarily in a vehicle maintenance shop and outdoors in a fleet yard with occasional road calls to field locations. They will use vehicle lifts jacks and stands hand and power tools diagnostic equipment and shop computers to inspect maintain and repair fleet vehicles. They will collaborate with drivers fleet coordinators and vendors document work orders and communicate information effectively.

These positions involve standing for extended periods bending kneeling reaching and working under and around vehicles and may include exposure to noise fumes fuels lubricants and varying weather conditions. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses gloves hearing protection and protective footwear is required. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds may handle heavier items with assistance or lifting equipment and may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to support fleet availability.

About SimTech Inc.

SimTechs mission is to be the most reliable and cost-effective provider of Signature Models Simulations Hardware Software Cyber solutions and Test & Evaluation services. Established in 1983 by a team of experienced scientists and engineers SimTech has a long history of delivering high-technology defense-oriented solutions.

The company has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2020 and 2021 and as a Best Place for Working Parents in 2022-2026 by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce.

SimTech offers an industry-leading comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Be a part of over 43 years of excellence-join our team today!

To learn more about our exceptional team and employee benefits contact SimTech HR or visit for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

SimTech Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. SimTech Inc. is a committed EOE/Vet/Disabled employer.

Simulation Technologies Inc. (SimTech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability you may use the following email address and/or phone number (256.428.2910) to contact us about your interest in employment with SimTech.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age genetic information citizenship ancestry marital status protected veteran status disability status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. SimTech participates in E-Verify

Required Experience:

Manager