GENERAL SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the safe and timely inspection, maintenance, and repair of Nisqually Indian Tribe Fleet and assigned customer vehicles.

This position ensures confidentiality, security, and accuracy of records, and promotes positive employee, customer, and community relations. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required and outstanding customer service to fellow employees, customers, vendors, etc. is expected. Regular attendance is required, and on occasion, later hours or weekend time may be required with project deadlines and a neat well-groomed professional appearance is essential at all times.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform. This list of responsibilities is intended to be representative of the duties performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed if such duties relate to the position.

• Identify problems, often by using computerized diagnostic equipment.
• Plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience.
• Test parts and systems to ensure that they work properly.
• Follow checklists to ensure that all critical parts are examined.
• Perform basic care and maintenance, including changing oil, checking fluid levels, and rotating tires.
• Repair or replace worn parts, such as brake pads, wheel bearings, and sensors.
• Perform repairs to manufacturer specifications.
• Explain automotive problems and repairs to Fleet leadership.
• Perform preventative maintenance services and inspections on vehicle fleet.
• Diagnose and repair gasoline-powered engines.
• Diagnose, repair, and wire electrical system.
• Install, diagnose, and repair, electrical system, hydraulic and air brake systems.
• Operate a variety of diagnostic engines and other testing equipment.
• Perform drilling, tapping threads, measuring, and simple welding to repair, design, and fabricate for equipment modifications.
• Diagnose and repair automatic/manual transmissions and drivelines.
• Repair and service air conditioning and heating.
• Test and inspect emissions system.
• Test and inspect completed work to assure proper performance and timely completion.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on small and medium size power equipment.
• Perform safety inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Must have High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3 years' experience in the automotive repair/maintenance field.
• Must obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications A1-A4.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License and be insurable under Tribe's insurance policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• ASE certified in courses A1- A8.

• Knowledge of the Nisqually Indian Tribe's history, customs, traditions, and ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity.

• Experience working with Federally Recognized Tribes.

SUPERVISION

This position does not supervise. This position reports to the Fleet Director.

COMPETENCIES

Possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the primary responsibilities of the position.

• Knowledge of gas-powered equipment and engines.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques used in automotive repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance program for vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools and equipment used to test, diagnose, repair, and maintain automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of inspections, troubleshooting, and repair of gasoline engines, including electrical and mechanical components of equipment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and precautions found in the automotive repair trade.
• Ability to operate a variety of diagnostic testing equipment.
• Ability to use technical and mechanical diagrams, repair manuals, and schematics.
• Ability to operate specialized equipment used in repairing or servicing of vehicles.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to obtain future ASE certification courses.
• Ability to complete work in a timely manner and in accordance with required quality standards.
• Ability to operate a personal computer.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary responsibilities of this job. Work will be conducted indoor and outdoor and may be exposed to fluctuations in temperature while in and around Nisqually Indian Tribe. You may be exposed to all types of weather to include but not limited to summer heat, winter cold, humidity, rain, snow, wind, and any other weather conditions experienced at the property. May be exposed to normal conditions related to the position i.e., noise from vehicles, machines, tools, customers, employees, dust, pollen, odors, wildlife etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle; feel; or grip objects, stretch and/or reach with hands and arms; stoop; crouch or work in cramped or awkward positions; repetitive motions. This person may regularly lift and/or move up to 55+ pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust to focus.