| Position Title: |
Temporary Auto Mechanic |
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| Location: |
Big Rapids (Main Campus) |
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| Department: |
55301 - Transportation Services
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| Advertised Salary: |
$24.35-hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and AFSCME/AFL-CIO Agreement |
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Benefits:
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Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.
AFSCME Benefits
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| FLSA: |
Non-Exempt |
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| Temporary/Continuing: |
Temporary |
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| Part-Time/Full-Time: |
Full-Time |
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| Union Group: |
Custodial, Maintenance, Dining, Skilled Trade (AFSCME Local 1609) |
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| Term of Position: |
12 Month |
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| At Will/Just Cause: |
Just Cause |
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| Summary of Position: |
Perform skilled trades work in repairing and maintaining University owned and leased vehicles, heavy equipment and small engines. |
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| Position Type: |
Staff |
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| Required Education: |
High school diploma or GED equivalency. |
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| Required Work Experience: |
Three years full-time equivalent automotive mechanic experience in licensed recognized automotive repair facility. |
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| Required Licenses and Certifications: |
Valid driver’s license.
Michigan certification or ASE equivalent in at least four categories of the first eight categories in automotive and light truck repair. |
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| Physical Demands: |
- Bending
- Carrying
- Inclement Weather
- Moving
- Reaching
- Twisting
- Balancing
- Driving
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Repetitive movement
- Standing
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: |
Michigan certification or ASE equivalent in one or more of the first six categories in heavy duty truck repair. |
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| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: |
Diagnose and analyze problems utilizing automotive computerized electrical diagnostic systems.
Fabricate and repair using welding equipment.
Keep accurate records and procure related parts.
Maintain assigned tools, equipment, and work area in a neat, organized, and clean, non-hazardous environment.
Perform minor body repairs.
Rebuild transmissions and repair and/or replace hydraulic transmission systems.
Repair automotive electrical and hydraulic systems.
Repair, mount, and balance tires; work on related areas of the vehicle's suspension system.
Tune up and overhaul all types of engines, including the use of required welding equipment.
Maintain the safety and security of equipment, vehicles, keys, tools, materials, and inventories.
Maintain safety, health, and quality standards and comply with various regulations in all duties and responsibilities.
Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to university policies and procedures, a driving record check, and will meet the driving authorization requirements through the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of your duties.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. |
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| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: |
Assist other service workers as needed.
Train and work with others in the performance of the characteristic duties. |
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| Skills and Abilities: |
Diagnose and analyze using automotive computerized electrical equipment.
Direct, train, and work with mechanic intern students, automotive apprentices, and others in performing the characteristic duties.
Keep and maintain accurate records.
Maintain University standards of good workmanship in both quality and quantity.
Perform skilled work in the repair and maintenance of vehicles, heavy equipment, commercial/industrial farm tractors, and small engines.
Read, understand, and follow directions, safety labels, and equipment operation manuals.
Understand and know the methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the trade.
Understand, use good judgment, and follow procedures established through safety training and the physical plant safety manual.
Use welding equipment.
Work harmoniously with others in situations involving variable temperatures, occasional noise, stressful workloads, and inclement weather.
Work independently.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences. |
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| Required Documents: |
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Certification/License
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| Optional Documents: |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
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Initial Application Review Date:
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October 26, 2026 |
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| Open Until Position is Filled?: |
Yes |
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Posting Close Date:
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| EEO Statement: |
Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
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