Auto Mechanic Supervisor

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Mechanic/Technician
Posted on April 12, 2024
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Auto Mechanic Supervisor

Requisition Number

RE44868

Working Title

Department Name

81400:Fleet Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

44

Salary Range

$20.85-33.36/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

8 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Driver's License

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, push or pull objects up to 50 lbs; stand or walk with objects up to 10 lbs; sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; work in confined spaces.

Shift

Monday – Friday-Primarily days, occasional overtime, and availability for on-call after hours work.

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment is seeking a Auto Mechanic Supervisor to support the Fleet Services operation. This position requires an individual competent in business operations, financial responsibility, leadership, customer service, computer skills and a variety of highly skilled tasks including diagnosis and repair of farm equipment and vehicles. Tasks encompass preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs including but not limited to major tune-ups on all types of engines, brakes, (hydraulics and air) suspension, air conditioning systems and electronics for a fleet consisting of passenger vehicles and light, medium and heavy-duty trucks and farm equipment. This position is located off-campus at the scenic 1800 acre North Farm in north Lexington. For additional information on the Research Farms divisions please click here ( https://research.ca.uky.edu/content/central-ky-farms)

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS office, internet search experience, FASTER software, Fuelmaster fuel system, ALL DATA software

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

ASE Certification preferred.

Deadline to Apply

04/18/2024

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have a valid drivers license?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Describe your paid work experience in supervising other employees. Indicate your experience in assigning tasks, training, resolving conflicts, etc.

    (Open Ended Question)
  3. * Please explain what type of experience you have performing equipment maintenance and maintaining maintenance logs.

    (Open Ended Question)
  4. * Describe your level of computer skills to include any software programs you use or have used.

    (Open Ended Question)
  5. * Have you worked with a vehicle fleet operation? If yes, describe.

    (Open Ended Question)
  6. * How many years of experience do you have in preventive maintenance on automobiles?
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years
  7. * Please indicate your amount of experience in the maintenance and repair of farm equipment.
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  8. * Do you have an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification?
    • No Response
    • No, I have never been certified
    • No, my certification has lapsed
    • Yes, I am currently certified
  9. * How many ASE certifications do you have?
    • 0
    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
    • 4
    • 5 or more
  10. * If you have ASE certifications please list the certifications you have.

    (Open Ended Question)
  11. * Please indicate the amount of experience you have with stocking, receiving, inventory, and charge reconciliation.
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, up through 4 years
    • More than 4 years
  12. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter