Mechanic Assistant, Fleet Services

Fleet Services is the full-service, fleet management organization at Indiana University. We provide vehicle and equipment rentals, leases, maintenance, fueling, and manage micro-transit van services for IU Bloomington, and fleet program assistance for the IU regional campuses. Our team is dedicated to providing safe, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable transportation solutions for our customers to support the mission of Indiana University.

Job Summary

This position provides specialized support to Fleet Services Garage staff to assist with logistics of the automotive repair process. Includes driving university vehicles to pick up parts and deliver vehicles as needed, general building maintenance tasks, and assisting mechanics with day-to-day activities in the garage area.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and repair on university vehicles and equipment under supervision.
• Documents repairs, time worked on job, parts used, and notes in RTA Fleet Management System.
• Provides assistance to more skilled workers performing installation, adjustment, maintenance, parts replacement, and repairs on university vehicles.
• Researches and orders automotive parts as needed.
• Transports parts from various vendors to Fleet Garage to expedite repair processes.
• Performs general building maintenance as assigned; repairs buildings by painting, installing weather stripping or other minor repairs.
• Assists with general custodial duties in garage area.
• Maintains tools and equipment and keeps supplies and parts in order.
• Cleans work area, tools, machines and equipment.
• Transports university vehicles to and from external repair shops, dealerships, and other vendor locations for services to be performed.

• Performs comprehensive 80-point safety checks on fleet vehicles.
• Performs routine maintenance tasks including replacing filters and fluids, lubricating chassis and other fitting, rotating/balancing tires, and replacing tires as needed.
• Performs basic automotive diagnosis and repairs on component areas such as brake systems, mufflers, exhaust systems, etc.
• Assists other mechanics with more complex repairs and physically demanding tasks.

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

• 1 year of experience in the field of automotive service and repair

• Possesses a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire

• Class A/B CDL
• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification upon date of hire

• Strong mechanical skills
• Possesses strong technical aptitude
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Knowledge of automotive preventive maintenance techniques
• Knowledge of use and care of mechanic's hand tools
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to grasp concepts of automotive mechanics
• Ability to perform tasks requiring heavy physical effort occasionally and in inclement weather
• Basic knowledge of computers and spreadsheets
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds

• Friendly and service-oriented
• Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolves problems
• Ability to use power and hand tools, hand drills, electric meters, and hoisting equipment
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to operate a computer

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

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