Auto Services Mechanic

Job Description Summary & Additional Information

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY STATEMENT

Position Overview and Key Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The University of Maryland Department of Transportation Services is seeking an Auto Services Mechanic to join our team. The Auto Services Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing automobiles, light- and medium-duty vehicles, and specialized equipment, including heavy-duty transit buses and motor coaches. Experience working on commercial passenger transit vehicles is preferred. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the university’s fleet.

Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on automobiles, light- and medium-duty vehicles, and specialized equipment, including heavy-duty transit buses and motor coaches that support the university community.

• Conduct thorough inspections and testing of vehicles, automotive systems, and related equipment to accurately diagnose malfunctions and determine effective repair solutions.

• Fabricate, replace, and assemble parts as needed, and tune and adjust both 2- and 4-cycle gasoline and diesel engines to ensure safe, reliable performance.

• Perform comprehensive preventive and routine maintenance services, including fueling, oil changes, lubrication, cleaning, A, B, C, and D services, seasonal servicing, DOT inspections, and preventative maintenance inspections to maximize fleet reliability and longevity.

• Utilize and perform work using accepted techniques and available equipment, parts, and supplies. This may involve experience with O/I communications systems and the ability to diagnose problems using computer equipment.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all maintenance and repair activities, including parts used, labor hours, and vehicle scheduling.

• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order and contribute to a clean, safe, and organized maintenance environment.

• Support the training and development of student maintenance assistants, contributing to a collaborative and team-oriented workplace.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

The University of Maryland’s Department of Transportation Services (DOTS) delivers a wide range of parking and transportation solutions to a diverse campus community of over 50,000 students, faculty, and staff in the Greater College Park area. As a self-supporting unit within the Division of Administration, DOTS manages the university’s parking and transit programs.

Our mission is to provide safe, efficient, sustainable, and forward-thinking transportation services that meet the evolving needs of the UMD community through strategic planning, education, and service. We are committed to building a dynamic and inclusive workforce that includes both student employees and full-time staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to work in, on, around, over, and under stationary vehicles.

• Regularly required to lift, move, and manipulate heavy tools, equipment, and supplies-up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 75 lbs occasionally.

• Must be capable of operating equipment and machinery with multiple controls simultaneously.

• Ability to work in environments that may be hazardous or irritating, including confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and adverse weather conditions.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, must be worn as required and will be provided by the University.

• The incumbent is required to supply a complete set of personal tools and a toolbox. The university does not assume responsibility for the maintenance, repair, or replacement of personal tools or equipment.

• May be required to handle materials that include biohazards or bodily fluids while following appropriate safety protocols.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: Must have a valid Maryland commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a Passenger & Air Brakes endorsement or have the ability to obtain one within six months of employment. Employees in this job class must possess and maintain the required driver’s license with no more than five (5) points.

• Preferred: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.

NON-REGULAR HOURS

• 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Required Application Materials: Application

Posting Close Date: 07/27/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE: Four years progressively responsible experience in servicing, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles or motor equipment.

OTHER:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of the basic principles of operation, basic components, malfunctions, repair practices and preventive maintenance techniques for internal combustion engines including diesel and motor vehicle systems and sub-assemblies. Thorough knowledge of the proper use, care and maintenance of standard hand and power tools. Skill in the proper use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the automotive trade. Skill in and ability to diagnose and correct motor vehicle malfunctions. Ability to read, understand and carry out oral and written instructions; to keep simple records and make written reports; to communicate effectively; to work in, on, around, under and over machinery and/or fixed equipment; to work at heights of up to 25 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies; to exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

OTHER:

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Noncommercial Class A, B, and C or equivalent driver's license (CDL) or equivalent driver's license may be required. May be required to be trained to work with asbestos. Incumbent may be required to provide all hand and small power tools and tool chests that are necessary to perform work at assigned job level. Certification as an Automotive Service Maintenance Technician by the Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) may be required.

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Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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