PAID Automotive Mechanic College Internship, PN 20060611

Who We Are:

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5^th largest interstate system and the 3^rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.

ODOT's Mission Statement:

To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.

Official Position Description:

Under the direction of supervision in the county maintenance facility, assists higher level mechanics in maintenance, repair & replacement of major parts on cars, trucks & equipment. Uses hand & power tools in performing routine maintenance & minor repairs (e.g., changes oil & filters, replaces spark plugs, checks radiators, changes hoses, adds antifreeze, checks &/or replaces tires, lubricates vehicles & equipment, steam cleans engines & equipment). Repairs & replaces minor defective parts (e.g., hoses, distributor caps, windshield wiper blades, belts). Uses personal computer & software (e.g., Enterprise Information Management System (EIMS) & Graphical Query Language (GQL)) to enter & retrieve fuel & oil usage data.

Assists in the inspection of state vehicles (e.g., condition of tires, fan belts & hoses: checks batteries & engine oil & other fluids levels); delivers & picks up vehicles & equipment. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor (e.g., removes trash; ensures mechanic area is clean & orderly).

This is a temporary position involving various duties that will supplement the student's major field of study &/or provide experience that is a useful addition to the student's education & meaningful preparation for future professional employment.

This Position is Unclassified per Section 124.11(A)(29)

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and in good academic standing prior to and during their entire appointment as a college intern. All College Interns are required to provide proof of enrollment, class status, and good academic standing with their college/university prior to beginning employment & throughout their time with ODOT in order to remain employed as a College Intern.

Acceptable forms of documentation include an official or unofficial transcript with current class schedule. If a transcript cannot be obtained the student’s advisor shall complete & sign the College Intern Verification Form indicating enrollment, class rank & GPA.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.  Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.  An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

Valid Driver's License Required. This position is overtime eligible per FLSA Standards. All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States.

THIS POSITION IS UNCLASSIFIED PURSUANT TO O.R.C. 124.11 (A)(9) & CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.