Automotive Garage Technician Series

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Employees in this series perform and/or supervise duties involved in the maintenance and repair of automotive vehicles and related equipment.

DESCRIPTIONS OF LEVELS OF WORK

Employees at this level assist Technicians and perform basic, entry-level work and services on various vehicles and equipment.

A(n) Automotive Technician Assistant typically -

1. dispenses fuel, checks and refills fluid levels, and changes oil and filters, as necessary;
2. makes minor adjustments and repairs on equipment (such as repairing and/or replacing tires, head and tail lamps, muffler clamps, windshield wipers, and brakes and balancing wheels);
3. checks equipment for defects (such as cracked or broken hoses or belts, worn tires, and inoperative lights);
4. removes and replaces batteries;
5. oils and greases equipment;
6. test drives vehicles to assure proper working order, and delivers vehicles for servicing or refueling;
7. cleans vehicles;
8. cleans garage area and maintains shop equipment;
9. disassembles and cleans vehicle parts;
10. assists with mechanical and body repair work, as necessary;
11. performs other related duties as assigned.

There are two classes at level II:

Employees at this level assemble, service, repair, and operate vehicles and equipment.

A(n) Automotive Technician typically -

1. disassembles and performs partial or complete overhaul of engines, transmissions, differentials, other assemblies and sub-assemblies;
2. uses gauges, special tools, and specialized equipment to diagnose mechanical failure or problems (such as electronic diagnostic equipment, infrared machine for exhaust emissions, and air-conditioning recharging machine);
3. makes wheel alignments and balances wheels;
4. installs and/or adjusts brakes, heaters and defrosters;
5. replaces worn or broken parts;
6. grinds valves;
7. repairs automotive equipment (such as alternators, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, pumps, and carburetion systems);
8. operates vehicles to diagnose problems and validate that repairs have been completed;
9. constructs, maintains or services shop equipment as necessary;
10. repairs gasoline and diesel engines;
11. serves as team leader/lead worker when assigned;
12. repairs equipment and machinery as necessary;
13. performs duties of previous level in series, as required;
14. performs other related duties as assigned.

Employees at this level perform skilled work in the repair, replacement, and refinishing of automotive body parts, stampings, and upholstery.

A(n) Automotive Body Repair Technician typically -

1. repairs, replaces, and refinishes automotive body parts (such as fenders, doors, grilles, hoods, and bumpers);
2. replaces glass;
3. repairs or replaces automotive upholstery, doors, seats, and glass regulators;
4. checks frames for straightness; straightens frames as necessary;
5. assists in general automotive maintenance work as assigned;
6. serves as team leader/lead worker when assigned;
7. performs duties of previous level in series, as required;
8. performs other related duties as assigned.

Employees at this level supervise and/or lead and assign work to assigned staff.

A(n) Garage Sub-Foreman typically -

1. assists in the assignment of the work schedules of assigned staff;
2. assists in recruiting, interviewing, selecting, training, and disciplining staff and monitoring time cards; approves time cards;
3. verifies and approves material requisitions by employees being supervised;
4. assists in reviewing unit operations; makes recommendations for improvements;
5. performs work requiring mechanical and body repair experience and skill;
6. performs duties of previous levels in series, as required;
7. performs duties of Garage Foreman, as required;
8. performs other related duties as assigned.

Employees at this level plan, coordinate, schedule, and supervise the work of assigned staff.

A(n) Garage Foreman typically -

1. establishes and defines objectives and policies;
2. determines staffing needs in all operations; recruits, interviews, selects, evaluates, and disciplines staff; approves requests for time off;
3. checks time and materials and maintains related records;
4. supervises assigned staff in the repair of various equipment, paint and body work;
5. implements a sound and proper safety and equipment maintenance program;
6. makes estimates on repair of damaged equipment;
7. maintains supply of parts;
8. supervises test lanes;
9. performs duties of previous levels in series, as required;
10. performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Possession of a valid driver’s license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicle(s) to be operated by the incumbent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

1. Knowledge of mechanics of automotive vehicles.
2. Skill in the use of tools and equipment.
3. Ability to use tools and equipment (mechanic’s hand tools, tire machines, small grinder/buffer).
4. Ability to perform maintenance on automotive equipment.
5. Manual dexterity.

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Possession of a valid driver’s license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicle(s) to be operated by the incumbent.
3. Any combination totaling four (4) years (48 months) from the following categories:
   1. Coursework in automotive body repair, automotive mechanics technology, or a closely related field as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
      • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
      • Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
      • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
   2. Successful completion of a certification test by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) equals one (1) year (12 months).
   3. Professional (i.e., full-service commercial, military, governmental, educational) work experience performing general mechanical work on various types of vehicles.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

1. Knowledge of general ignition and carburetor systems, synchronizing equipment, vacuum and test gauges, brake testing, wheel alignment, light testing equipment, transmissions, air conditioning, and power steering.
2. Knowledge of the operations of vehicles, equipment and machinery used in unit.
3. Skill in the use of hand tools, (such as wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers).
4. Mechanical ability.
5. Ability to operate machine or shop tools (tire machines, small grinder/buffer).
6. Ability to perform general maintenance on various equipment.
7. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Possession of a valid driver’s license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicle(s) to be operated by the incumbent.
3. Any combination totaling four (4) years (48 months) from the following categories:
   1. Coursework in automotive body repair, automotive mechanics technology, or a closely related field as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
      • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
      • Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
      • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
   2. Successful completion of any of the four tests given to obtain certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Master Collision Repair/Refinish Technician, with one (1) test equaling one (1) year (12 months).
   3. Professional (i.e., full-service commercial, military, governmental, educational) work experience performing general mechanical work on various types of vehicles.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

1. Knowledge of methods and equipment used in automotive bodywork.
2. Knowledge of nomenclature of tools and body parts.
3. Skill in the use of body repair tools and materials.
4. Skill in the use of automotive paints and finishes.

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Possession of a valid driver's license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicle(s) to be operated by the incumbent.
3. Five (5) years (60 months) of work experience in a professional (i.e., full service commercial, military, governmental, educational) garage performing general overhaul and rebuilding of vehicles/equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

1. Knowledge of the operations of vehicles, equipment, and machinery used in unit.
2. Skill in the use of tools and equipment.
3. Ability to diagnose and supervise corrective measures in the repair and adjustment of vehicles.

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Possession of a valid driver's license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicle(s) to be operated by the incumbent.
3. Seven (7) years (84 months) of work experience in a professional (i.e., full service commercial, military, governmental, educational) garage performing general overhaul and rebuilding of vehicles/equipment, one (1) year (12 months) of which was in a supervisory capacity or lead/senior mechanic capacity.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

1. Skill in the use of tools and equipment.
2. Ability to diagnose and supervise corrective measures in the repair and adjustment of vehicles.
3. Working knowledge of the operations of vehicles, equipment and machinery used in unit