Automotive Mechanic
ORGANIZATION: JAARS
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Target Staff Type Supported/Volunteer
Work Location JAARS Waxhaw
FTE 1.000
Position Summary
Help maintain and repair JAARS vehicles
You will be helping JAARS make Bible translation and language development possible in the most remote places on earth.
Position Responsibilities
- Examine and diagnose vehicle problems, discuss nature or extent of malfunction with supervisor to determine best possible solution, then reassemble to manufacturer's specifications
- Plan work procedure, using technical manuals, electronic scanners and personal experience, disassemble vehicle using hand tools to repair as needed
- Place vehicle on ramps or hydraulic lift to gain access to mechanical components
- Examine parts for wear or defects, diagnosing whether reconditioning or replacement is necessary to ensure reliable, safe vehicle operation
- Replace parts and may repair tires or change tires as needed
- Maintain records of vehicle repairs using a computer, and plan periodic preventative maintenance
- Keep work area clean, neat and tidy
- Maintain polite, professional communication, via phone and email
Position Requirements
- A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth
- Embrace the vision, mission and core values of JAARS
- Experience as a mechanic, know the way around the shop, the tools to use and how to carry out duties and work details
- Self-starter, must be able to work under little supervision and highly motivated by the love for missions
- Automotive repair shop experience required
- Technical college training preferred but not mandatory depending on previous job history and experience
- Computer experience preferred for record keeping
More opportunities with JAARS
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About JAARS
Location:
7405 Jaars Rd, PO Box 248, WAXHAW, NC 28173, US
Mission Statement
Our Vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. Our Mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally-appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, and training.
Description
JAARS is a multidisciplinary team of problem-solvers committed to the belief--and the vision--that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.
We are a community of full-time missionaries, dedicated volunteers, and a few employees who work together to accomplish the Great Commission goal of providing Scripture to every people group on earth in a language and form they clearly understand. We do that by supporting Bible translation and language development partners globally, and by working with prayer and financial partners in the United States to help make a range of unique on-the-field solutions possible.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
JAARS7405 Jaars RdWaxhaw, NC 28173
DATE POSTED
November 1, 2022
SKILLS
- Auto Mechanics / Repair
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check