Land & Sea Operations Assistant Fleet Mechanic

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We are seeking an automotive mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will assist in the maintenance and repair of the Land & Sea Operations fleet of motorcycles, four-wheel drive pickups/SUVs and watercraft used to train missionaries to serve safely and effectively in challenging environments.

The ideal candidate will already have at least a year's experience in automotive and/or motorcycle preventative maintenance and repair. Experience in two and four-stroke outboard engine PM and repair is a plus, but can be learned on the job.

The successful candidate will be flexible and able to rise to unexpected challenges. He or she will be expected to learn new skills and crosstrain in other areas of Land & Sea Operations as appropriate to personality and ability.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on the JAARS Waxhaw campus Land and Sea Ops training fleet.
• Expedite timely repairs as needed.
• Will report to the Land and Sea Operations Fleet Lead Mechanic.

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.
• Clean driving record
• Aptitude and willingness to learn and acquire new knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Skill/Abilities/experience:

• A self starter.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to keep a clean and neat work environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel, work, and interact cross-culturally in challenging physical and cultural environments from time to time as needed.
• Previous overseas missions experience.