Motor Vehicle Mechanic

About the role

A Motor Vehicle Mechanic is needed in Indiantown Gap, with anticipated openings by late 2026. The mechanic repairs, rebuilds or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, buses, trucks or tractors, and maintains and repairs government vehicles. The position is hourly and overtime-eligible under the Service Contract Act.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair government vehicles and complete maintenance tickets and repair orders on time.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and isolate vehicle and equipment malfunctions, then repair them safely and dependably.
• Repair lighting, sirens, wheel bearings, radiators, HVAC, springs, hydraulic systems, catalytic converters and fuel pumps.
• Use on-board computer diagnostic systems and test equipment to check automotive computer control and emission systems.
• Perform oil changes, fluid checks, battery replacement, engine tune-ups, radiator flushes and anti-freeze replacement.
• Install new vehicle equipment such as radios, sirens, wire cages and lights, and perform state vehicle safety and emission inspections.
• Estimate cost and labor time for repairs, respond to emergency road calls, and road test vehicles after maintenance.
• Interact with customers, keep them informed of vehicle status, and work in a team environment.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience diagnosing, repairing and maintaining light, medium and heavy automotive equipment, other heavy equipment and FAV vehicles.
• Valid and current state driver's license.
• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel preventive maintenance programs and of safety standards for motor vehicle mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals, write maintenance logs and order forms, and obtain facility credentials (US citizenship required).
• Available for any shift, including weekends, and able to speak, read and write English.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, a government background check and a National Agency Check (NAC) within 60 days of hire, if required.

Required skills

• Knowledge of computer, electrical, transistorized and other non-mechanical systems and their effect on mechanical systems.
• Standard tools, test procedures and equipment for fleet and training vehicle maintenance.
• Forklift operation, power tools, wrenches, diagnostic equipment and jacks.
• Hydraulic equipment and hand tools.