Auto Mechanic

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Auto Mechanic will maintain and repair University cars, vans, trucks, tractors, small engines. Service includes rebuilding components, diagnosing problems, routine and preventive maintenance on diesel engines and components, performs inspections and emissions testing, service, and repair emergency generators, assist in emergency road services work on vehicles and equipment.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 14 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,250 students to find their path. Several of our programs are multidisciplinary in nature, combining science, technology, and art to create a more progressive degree. We have over 950 graduate students enrolled in 21 master’s and 3 doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

Annual Salary Range: $37,144.00 plus comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of employment, including:

• Health insurance – Low bi-weekly premium. Employees pay 5% of bi-weekly salary for benefit coverage with ability to pay 2.5% when participating in the wellness program.
• Dental insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents after 90 days
• Vision insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents after 90 days.
• Group life insurance – equal to annual salary (up to $40,000.00) at no cost to the employee
• Retirement – 2 plans to choose from
• Tuition waiver – employee, spouse, and dependents are eligible
• Vacation leave – up to 11 days accrued per year for first 3 years, increases to 19 days per year after 3 years
• Sick leave – up to 11 days accrued per year, including up to 5 days per year that can be taken to care for a family member
• Holiday leave – Up to 12 days per calendar year

The State System Employee Benefits Summary can be found at https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/Benefit_Summaries/PEBTF_Summary.pdf

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes the intersectionality of diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Employing our EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence, we hold that an inclusive community is a core value that is an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications

• Four years of experience in automotive mechanic trade OR completion of approved apprenticeship OR any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of: automotive vehicles, equipment, and parts; and the standard practices of the automotive mechanic trade, the methods, materials, and tools used by journey-level automotive mechanics, the assembly and operation of the internal combustion engine, State inspection rules and regulations and the hazardous materials and safety precautions used in the automotive mechanic trade.
• Skill in: locating and correcting defects in automotive vehicles, equipment, and parts and the care and use of tools and equipment used in repairing and maintaining automotive vehicles, equipment, and parts.
• Ability to: learn the operation of computer diagnostic equipment, learn to operate a personal computer and resident software to prepare required reports, understand and carry out written and oral instructions, prepare records and reports on automotive repair and maintenance and operate a motor vehicle.
• Must obtain the following within six months of employment:
  • CDL license.
  • PA Certified Inspection Mechanic for Class 7 vehicles.
• Excellent customer service, oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a facility maintenance department.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Experience using snow moving equipment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• This position is designated an essential employee position. Employee is expected to report to work during their designated shift during emergency situations, university closures or delays. Work performed during these events will require duties typically outside normal job duties and functions.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.