Facilities services

Transportation Services provides innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that facilitate the educational, research, cultural and service missions of the University. TS supports the UW campus with the following: Parking, Transit, Bicycling, Walking, Rideshare, Fleet Services, UW Shuttles, and Transportation Planning & Construction.

This position supports the university’s transportation requirements by performing equipment maintenance on a wide range of university-owned motor equipment to meet the needs and production demands of our clients. Perform journey-level work in the diagnosis, repair and service of automobiles, light, medium and heavy-duty trucks, buses, hydraulic systems, and diesel engines. The mechanic is responsible for preventative maintenance inspections and related repairs.

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  Overhaul and repair gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel engines on equipment such as automobiles, trucks, and buses
  
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  Repair and maintain electric (EV), plug-in electric (PHEV) and hybrid vehicles
  
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  Overhaul axles, clutches, differentials, and transmissions and disassemble, repair, and replace related parts and components within proper tolerances utilizing required tools
  
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  Diagnose and repair all types of equipment problems including repair and/or rebuild engines and power train and related components and restore vehicles to original equipment manufacturers (OEM) tolerances and standards
  
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  Diagnose and repair: tires, chassis, cooling, electrical, brakes (including ABS), steering, fuel injection systems, emissions, gas analysis, steering, suspension systems, electronic systems including microprocessor based control systems and other related automotive systems
  
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  Ability to troubleshoot sensor and ground problems associated with fleet vehicles
  
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  Troubleshoot, maintain and repair lift gate and other hydraulic systems
  
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  Repair and replace window glass, interior and exterior trim, and accessories such as radios, antennas, power outlets, and lights
  
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  Apply touch up spray painting to vehicle bodies and equipment
  
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  Perform drivability diagnostics; programming on computerized engine and transmissions control systems to optimize performance; state required vehicle emissions testing; vehicle safety inspections; preventive maintenance service on mechanical systems, wiring and electrical system grounds, and tune ups; replace spark plugs, wires, and related ignition parts
  
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  Install and/or remove specialized equipment to meet department’s specific needs
  
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  Install bed liners, bumpers, ladder racks, tow hitches, and related accessories
  
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  Operate automated information systems for service and repair data retrieval, various diagnostic scan tools, scopes, meters, 4 gas infrared gas analyzers, PC connectable testers for data retrieval and service documentation, portable test equipment for service and repair data retrieval
  
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  Operate standard shop equipment including: computerized wheel balancer, wheel alignment equipment, tire changing equipment, electrical tester, brake lathe, brake washer, parts washer, 4 wheel alignment system, various hydraulic service lifts, jacks, jack stands, presses, cutting torch, gas welder, MIG welder, overhead fluid dispensers, and various hand tools
  
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  Operate OEM or designated troubleshooting equipment, hardware and software
  
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  Operate Volt /ohm meter, circuit tester and hand held diagnostic equipment, such as fuel injection, vacuum, cooling system and compression testers
  
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  Repair and maintain shop equipment
  
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  Clean shop floors, benches and equipment as needed
  
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  Properly use chemicals and solvents and understand hazardous communications, wastewater standards, fluid recovery, and disposal rules
  
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  Maintain service, maintenance, repair and other related records on an automated information management system
  
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  Complete vehicle maintenance work orders with a description of the maintenance needed, specific labor operation performed, amount of time expended for each operation, services performed, updated mileage, expense parts used, and other related comments
  
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  Knowledge and understanding of codes and formats for querying PCM's (OBD I & OBD II) and ability to follow precise diagnostic flow chart repair processes
  
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  Ability to read and interpret various manufacturer wiring diagrams, electrical schematics and similar drawings
  
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  Ability to keep up to date on increased sub-system complexity, wiring and control system revisions
  
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  Identify parts and components needed and, using proper nomenclature, complete written parts requests
  
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  Make service calls to rescue and repair disabled vehicles
  
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  Explain vehicle operation and safety/emergency equipment to customers
  
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  Performing new vehicle preparation and inspections (apply identification stickers, license plates, decals, and emergency equipment)
  
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  Prepare and inspect rental vehicles for interdepartmental transfer or outside sale
  
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  Provide technical assistance and direction to automotive apprentice and service attendants
  
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  Dispense fuel, wash and vacuum vehicles, transport vehicles to dealers and other service vendors
  
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  Perform other duties as assigned
  
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  Regular and predictable attendance is required
  

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  Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness
  
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  Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively
  
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  Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems
  
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  Be responsible and accountable
  
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  Use organizational skills and provide attention to details
  
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  Maintain a positive, optimistic and success-oriented attitude
  
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  Exercise professional demeanor, which includes being tactful and courteous
  
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  Exhibit a professional work ethic
  
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  Continuously promote a safe work environment
  

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  Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an automotive or motorized equipment mechanic; OR full journey status as an automotive or motorized equipment mechanic in a union; OR four years of applicable work experience
  
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  Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year- for-year basis
  
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  Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsement or must obtain a Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsement by the fifth month of employment
  
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  All applicable CDL requirements including a pre-employment drug screening apply to this position
  
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  ASE certification in Automobile(Engine Repair A1, Brakes A5, Engine Performance A8) and Medium/Heavy Truck (Gasoline Engines T1, Diesel Engines T2, Brakes T4, Preventative Maintenance and Inspection T8)
  
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  Applicants without the required ASE certifications will be considered provided they are able to acquire the required ASE certifications within 180 days of employment
  
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  Must have a good driving record
  
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  Copy of DMV report may be requested
  
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  Steel Toe work shoes are required (at employer’s expense)
  
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  Demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude
  
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  Demonstrated ability to continue education and training in automotive repair technology independently and as provided and directed by employer
  
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  This includes acquiring ASE and/or other industry certifications as required
  
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  Good customer service skills; computer or data entry experience
  
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  Have knowledge and understand of safe work practices and policies
  
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  Must be able to wear all proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
  
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  Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures
  

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  High School Graduation or Equivalent
  
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  Master ASE certification
  
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  5+ years’ experience in an automotive maintenance shop as a journey-level mechanic performing maintenance tasks equivalent to those defined for this position
  

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  Washington State Driver’s License or driver’s license recognized as valid by the State of Washington with excellent driving record
  
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  A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification will be required prior to hire