Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.

Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots.  Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas.  Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government.  Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.

Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies.  Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers.  Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

Performs skilled work at the journeyman level in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of automotive, construction and engineering equipment; does related work as required.

Considerable knowledge of standard practices and equipment of the automotive mechanic trade; considerable knowledge of the principles of operation of gasoline and diesel engines and of mechanical repair on heavy trucks and construction equipment; knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems; skill in the use and care of hand and machine tools employed in motor repair and adjustment work; skill in adjusting defects in heavy automotive equipment; mechanical aptitude; physical condition that permits such activities as heavy lifting, bending, stooping, driving and occasional work under adverse temperatures and/or weather conditions.

Completion of tenth grade and a recognized apprenticeship program leading toward a journeyman rank as an automotive mechanic, and two (2) years of experience in semi-skilled automotive equipment maintenance; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Closing Date:  This position closes on Monday, March 29, 2021.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection.  Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.