Automotive Mechanic
Talascend is currently seeking an Automotive Mechanic for a contract opportunity with our client in Warren, Michigan.
Overview
The automotive mechanic role involves modifying cars and trucks in a prototype environment, performing diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance. The position requires independent project work and collaboration with customers and team members.
Responsibilities
- Maintain vehicle functional condition by working off repair orders or leader instructions and conducting inspections.
- Repair mechanical and electrical system malfunctions and replace parts and components.
- Read, interpret, and follow service procedures.
- Maintain vehicle records by entering notes, service, and repair orders.
- Keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, calling for repairs.
- Participate in daily shop organization and clean-up.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 4 years of work experience as a mechanic.
- Knowledge of mechanical assembly and ability to operate shop equipment.
- Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Has own tools with rolling toolbox and able to work overtime and weekends.
- Ability to read, comprehend and execute written procedures.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must be a US citizen or US permanent resident allowing for ITAR compliance.
- Proficient in the use of maintenance tools, repair and special tools, diagnostic equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) according to project expectations and technical manuals or work instructions.
- Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing military vehicle platforms (wheeled and tracked).
- Prior military service in a wheeled or tracked vehicle mechanic MOS (e.g., 91B, 91H, 3521, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
- Experience operating heavy equipment, tactical recovery vehicles, forklifts, or shop support equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Heavy equipment mechanic
- Diesel mechanic
- Certificate in automotive technology or related.
- National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification(s).
- State mechanic certification(s).
- Knowledge of vehicle alignments, air conditioning (A/C) system repairs, tire machines and balancers.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.