Auto Services Technician

Job Title: Auto Services Technician

Department: Highways

Grade: 10

Reports To: Fleet Manager, Assistant Fleet Manager and/or Fleet Services Coordinator

Performs advanced skilled work and diagnostics maintaining and repairing a variety of vehicles and equipment. Direction is provided by Fleet Manager, Assistant Fleet Manager, and/or Fleet Services Coordinator.

• Perform COMAR 11.22 and state vehicle inspections, maintain fleet inventory records.
• Assist in design, fabrication, installation of specialty parts; perform welding, fabrication; maintain tools, equipment, shop facilities.
• Load and move equipment; remove, replace, or overhaul engines, transmissions, and major components; mount and balance tires.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mowing equipment, pumps, compressors, trailers and other automotive components.
• Diagnose and repair hybrid, electric, gasoline, flex‑fuel, propane and diesel vehicles; repair drivetrain, hydraulic, pneumatic suspension systems.
• Perform starting and charging system tests; rewire trucks and vehicles; install electrical and hydraulic components.
• Check and replace standard parts: generators, starter motors, wiper motors, drive chain, ball joints, brake linings, wheel bearings.
• Repair cooling, air conditioning, and hydraulic systems.
• Supervise less skilled technicians, mechanics or helpers.
• Use scanners, CAN laptops, analyzers for electronic power train diagnostics.
• Operate industrial sand blasting equipment.
• Review technical service bulletins and reports.
• Order replacement parts; maintain records of labor hours and parts installed.
• Maintain tool, equipment, shop facilities and grounds.
• Perform standard automotive services: lubrication, oil changes, fueling, cleaning.
• Engine tune‑ups and adjust valves, spark gaps, ignition, brakes, and clutches; ensure emissions compliance.
• Report for duty during emergencies and call‑outs.
• Install and repair electronic and radio equipment; perform related work as required.

• Advanced knowledge of internal combustion engines and vehicle systems; preventive maintenance techniques; safety precautions.
• Skill in basic welding (SMAW/MIG) and cutting.
• Ability to operate county vehicles or equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and prepare maintenance reports.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Computer skills for diagnostic software.
• Must possess Class “B” CDL or ability to obtain within 9 months; 5 ASE certifications in Auto & Light Truck or Medium/Heavy‑Duty Truck.

• High school diploma or equivalent; extensive experience repairing automotive and power equipment.
• Five (5) years full‑time experience in servicing, maintaining, and repairing motor vehicles or equipment, including at least one year with responsibility for automotive or heavy‑truck repair.
• Vocational training or factory certified automotive courses.

Benefits: Competitive salary, paid personal and vacation hours, paid holidays, paid sick hours, comprehensive health coverage, life insurance, dental, vision, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement ($2,500/yr), pension plan, 100% cover of hand tools and diagnostic equipment, and $0.35¢ stipend for ASE certifications.

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations.

Deadline for filing applications:
Thursday, February 5, 2026 @ 4 PM.