Full Time Auto Mechanic Helper Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $23.94 Hourly
Location : Asheville, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-01919
Department: Capital and Asset Management
Division: Capital and Asset Management Fleet
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 8/21/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Summary
About our opportunity:
The City of Asheville invites qualified applicants for the position of Auto Mechanic. The Auto Mechanic works in the City's Fleet Services Division in the Department of Capital & Asset Management. The Auto Mechanic will independently perform both routine and complex repairs of City-owned vehicles, including routine maintenance, inspections and testing, and installation of aftermarket equipment. The ideal candidate for this position will diagnose electrical, computer, driveline, suspension, A/C, hydraulic, diesel engines, brakes and all other components inclusive of Fire apparatus, Police vehicles, construction equipment and any other type of equipment associated with municipal operations. The Auto Mechanic will work as part of a dedicated team of professionals in our Public Works Department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude
them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties
may be required and assigned.
Performs routine and assists with complex repairs on vehicles: gathers information from vehicle operator reports,
fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems; identifies items needing repair;
completes required repairs; and ensures vehicle operation and performance is within specified limits.
Inspects, tests and repairs ignition systems, computerized engine controls, fuel injection systems, steering systems,
electrical systems, suspension systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, drivetrain systems, engine cooling
systems, fuel systems, charging systems, starting systems, emission systems, air bag restraint systems, air
conditioning systems, or other vehicle systems and equipment.
Installs optional and aftermarket equipment on vehicles, such as lights, sirens, steps, winches, brush guards,
running boards, fire extinguishers, 2-way radios, light bars, spotlights, etc.: researches equipment installation
instructions; performs installations; may perform light welding duties to install/attach equipment; and ensures
operability of installed equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles: checks and replaces fluids; drains and replaces oil; collects and
recovers Freon; changes and replaces filters; lubricates mechanical parts; installs and replaces blades; rotates,
mounts and balances tires; replaces tires, belts, and hoses; checks and replaces batteries; greases equipment;
flushes radiators; and performs tune-ups or other preventative maintenance activities as assigned.
Determines materials required for projects: researches codes, parts, fluid specifications, tire pressures, repair
methods, maintenance requirements and related information; gathers and/or picks up equipment, parts, and
supplies; assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools, or supplies; and initiates requests for
new or replacement materials.
Performs state, taxi, and for-hire vehicle inspections: ensures safety and operability of vehicles in compliance with
applicable regulations and standards; and prepares and maintains related documentation.
Prepares and maintains vehicle maintenance logs and records: enters work activities, such as parts used and time
spent on maintenance, into computer database.
Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work
assignments, such as hand and power tools, a/c refrigerant machine, press, drill, welder, sand blaster, vehicle lift,
forklift, tire machine and balancer, bandsaw, parts washer, basic mechanics tool kit and/or vehicle-specific
maintenance tool sets.
Performs related duties in support of department operations: provides guidance and training to Auto Technicians;
assists Auto Mechanic, Senior with complex vehicle repairs and equipment installations as requested; participates
in on-call rotation; may perform maintenance and repair activities in the field; picks-up and delivers parts and
vehicles; or other duties as assigned.
Maintains a current, comprehensive knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, principles, trends,
and practices relating to automotive repair; reads professional literature; and attends meetings, workshops,
conferences, and training sessions as required.
Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate
work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated
timeframes and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains
as appropriate various forms, reports,
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing database, Internet, e-mail, or
other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Additional Functions:
Performs other related duties as required.
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in automotive services or a related field;
supplemented by two years of experience in performing preventative maintenance on vehicles; or any equivalent
combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for
this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license. Must either possess or be able to obtain a Class B CDL license within 6 months of employment.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential
functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary
to function effectively in the position.
Performance Aptitudes:
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes
exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for
the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding
the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control
the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and
information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the
ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret
graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions
furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or
modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving
evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA Compliance:
Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically
demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,
and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and
materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors,
sounds, odor, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental
conditions, such as dust, odors, wetness, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, toxic agents, confined
spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, or rude/irate customers.
Some positions may require a fingerprint-based SBI background check after a conditional offer and before your start date; HR will provide instructions if applicable.
For benefits-eligible positions, explore our full benefits at AshevilleBenefits.com.
About us:
The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched by its diversity.
The City's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment. Applicants will be assured of fair treatment in all aspects of recruitment and selection without regard to a person's age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, genetic information,or disability, except where certain physical and mental requirements are Bona Fide Occupational Qualifications (BFOQ). The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Select your highest level of education:

• I do not possess a High School Diploma/GED.
• High School/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate

02
How many years of relevant experience do you have in vocational or technical training in automotive services or a related field?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 5 years
• 6 - 10 years
• 10 or more years

03
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• I do possess a current, valid driver's license (Standard License)
• I do NOT possess a current, valid driver's license (Standard License)

04
Do you have a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

• No, I do not have a current CDL.
• I do possess a current Class A CDL.
• I do possess a current Class B CDL.

05
Do you possess and maintain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) or other certifications?

• Yes
• No

Required Question