Hourly Automotive Mechanic - ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT : Job Details

Arlington Central School District is currently recruiting for an Hourly Automotive Mechanic for its Maintenance Department. This position involves skilled work involving responsibility for the efficient and safe performance of a variety of automotive repair and machinist tasks requiring a good knowledge of the trade. The hours are from 8am-12pm, Monday-Friday. Must have good knowledge of the tools, principles and practices of the automotive and construction equipment mechanic trade; working knowledge of common welding techniques; working knowledge of safety practices and OSHA standards for the trade; demonstrated ability to work from plans and specification. Typical work may include but is not limited to the following:

• Performs skilled repairs on gasoline and diesel motor equipment for the Maintenance department including vehicles and small engine repair;
• Runs computerized diagnostic tests on vehicles and compares results with specifications for vehicle to make to determine servicing and repair needs;
• Performs and directs routine preventive maintenance servicing and inspections;
• Assembles and times engines;
• Repairs or overhauls brake systems, differentials, transmissions, front and rear axles and clutches;
• Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels;
• Inspects, repairs and replaces automotive electrical system components;
• Participates in snow and ice control activities;
• Related work as required.