Automotive Technician I

**JOB OBJECTIVE:** To perform a wide variety of maintenance and repair services on automotive vehicles, heavy duty trucks and various construction equipment to include dozers, excavators, forklifts and related equipment. ***This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.***For a complete list of essential job functions please click [HERE.](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/littlerock/classspecs/765904?keywords=FL31-563-CDL&pagetype=classSpecifications) *These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of a standard high school course and/or vocational school courses in automotive mechanics, and one (1) year of work experience as an automotive mechanic or mechanic assistant. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.* **ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:** - Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position and must possess a valid Arkansas Class B (Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License within ninety (90) days of employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position. - Must possess the tools required for this position by the Department of Fleet Services within thirty (30) days of employment and maintain required tools in working condition for the duration of employment in this position. - Must be available to work nights, holidays, and weekends and respond to emergency calls as required. **DISCLAIMER:** This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Application and Supplemental Questions required by Closing Date (On-Line applications are preferred). 2. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are required to take and pass the **Practical exam**. Qualified applicants will be notified of test time, date and location after the closing date. SECONDARY DUTIES 1. Performs minor welding and tacking tasks. 2. Stays abreast of latest trends in the automotive industry by reading technical publications and participating in related educational opportunities. 3. Performs other related duties as required. **APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS** - Online applications only - Applicant’s answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically, failure to fully answer all supplemental questions may result in failure of the application. - Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate. - List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications. - All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account. - You may check your [NeoGov](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/littlerock/applications/submitted?&TopHeader=littlerock&)inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications. - Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their [account](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/littlerock/applications/submitted?&TopHeader=littlerock&)or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.