Automotive Tech

UNM's
Facilities Management (FM) has a great entry level opportunity for an Auto
Tech. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a professional
manner. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing and/or assisting
in the repair of a variety of routine to moderately complex issues on
university automobiles, trucks, and related heavy equipment in a safe and
efficient manner. Typically works in a motor pool environment and may be
required to work outside.
FM
Automotive Center is an award winning, full service, vehicle maintenance and
repair facility responsible for the safe operation of UNM's 700 plus vehicle
fleet. In addition, the Automotive Center manages the University's fueling
station and CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) station. All University vehicle
purchases, transfers, and repairs are performed or coordinated through the
Automotive Center per UNM Business Policy 7780. The Center's highly trained and
dedicated staff has over 130 years of experience. This training and experience
ensure that the University's fleet of vehicles are safe and dependable.
The minimum
requirements of experience for this position is one (1) year; as a condition of
employment you must obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months
of date of hire.

Please visit the link
below to see the complete Position Description.

https://jobdescriptions.unm.edu/detail.php?v&id=Q1003

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Must obtain a New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of date of hire.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

High school diploma or GED; successful completion of PPD Trades Training Program and at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Current NM Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Prior experience using automotive diagnostic equipment and use of hand/power tools
• Prior experience working with large fleet of various size vehicles
• ASE Certifications.
• Have full set of mechanic hand tools
• Preferred 3 years of
  experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified in the
  Position Description.

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.