Automotive Mechanic

City of Galveston; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Galveston is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to perform routine to complex repairs on City vehicles and heavy equipment. Candidates should have extensive experience in automotive maintenance, strong troubleshooting skills, and a valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems, conducting preventive maintenance, and ensuring the safety of operational services. A commitment to customer service and adherence to safety procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of advanced automotive/motorized equipment maintenance experience.
• Possession of a valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License.
• May require Texas Inspector license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair City vehicles and specialized equipment.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on City units.

Skills

Diplomacy and fairness

Customer service

Understanding City policies

Testing and measuring equipment

Using power and hand tools

Operating motorized equipment

Reading technical manuals

Mathematical calculations

Cooperative working relationships

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Under general supervision, performs routine to complex maintenance and repairs to City vehicles, heavy and specialized equipment.

Essential Functions

• Prepare work orders; discusses service requests with customers to determine the nature and type of repairs or maintenance needed; prioritizes repair requests.
• Performs general and advanced diagnosis; makes minor and major repairs as needed.
• Operates a personal computer to perform diagnostics of units or equipment.
• Performs major overhauls of automotive and heavy equipment, including engines, transmissions, suspensions, axles and related items.
• Diagnoses and repairs hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Assesses electrical problems and determines the appropriate repairs.
• Prepares parts requests.
• Performs engine tune‑ups and fuel injection diagnosis.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on specialized units and equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance services and repair schedules.
• Performs inspections of City units.
• Tests units or equipment after repairs are completed.
• Fabricates various parts.
• May perform welding projects.
• May perform road service calls.
• May perform general building maintenance and repairs.
• Ensures safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Maintains and cleans work areas.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work‑related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well‑being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

Knowledge

• City policies and procedures.
• Advanced vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair practices and procedures.
• Troubleshooting techniques and methods.
• Fabrication methods and practices.
• Recordkeeping practices.
• Safety procedures and practices.
• Personal computer and various software applications.

Skills

• Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
• Providing efficient customer service.
• Understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
• Using testing and measuring equipment.
• Using power and hand tools.
• Operating motorized equipment.
• Reading and understanding technical manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, technical service bulletins and parts catalogs.
• Performing mathematical calculations with accuracy.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; AND three years of advanced automotive/motorized equipment maintenance and repair experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License and Certification

• Possession of a valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License.
• May require Texas Inspector license.
• May require Freon service license.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed both in an outdoor and indoor work environment. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, extreme weather conditions and hazardous chemicals. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds. May be required to work within confined spaces. May be required to climb ladders.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision services.