Equipment Mechanic II

Calvert County Government; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days sick leave

10 days annual leave

5 days personal leave

13 paid holidays

Defined Contribution Plan

457(b)

Deferred Compensation Plan

Medical, dental, and vision

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement up to 80%

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Calvert County Government seeks an Automotive Mechanic to perform maintenance and repairs on a range of county vehicles and heavy equipment. The role includes diagnosing issues, ordering parts, and maintaining service records in a busy shop environment.

The position requires a High school diploma or GED with automotive/heavy equipment training, five years of experience, and a valid Class B CDL with a Medical Examiner’s Certificate. Seasonal duties include snow removal and equipment rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with automotive/heavy equipment repair training.
• Five years of maintenance/repair experience, including three years with heavy‑duty diesel engines.
• Valid Class B CDL and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate; Passenger Endorsement may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair county-owned equipment including heavy diesel engines.
• Diagnose problems and perform repairs.
• Prepare service/work orders and track parts used for billing.
• Operate service truck, pick up parts, transport vehicles to/from garages.
• Rotate workstations and assist with snow removal operations.

Skills

Automotive repair knowledge

Public interaction

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Job Description

Performs skilled automotive maintenance and repairs. The work involves light to heavy maintenance and repair of automotive and heavy equipment. The work requires training in the trade and experience. Work involves rotation to repair a variety of equipment. Work is performed under technical supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Maintains repairs and/or performs preventive maintenance on all County owned and maintained equipment, heavy motor equipment and vehicles. Performs diagnostics to determine problems and repairs. Maintains and repairs power saws, power pruners, weedeaters and other equipment assigned to the Highway Maintenance Division. Supervises and assigns work to other mechanics in the absence of the Equipment Repair Supervisor. Prepares service/work orders detailing service or repair work performed and parts used in order to bill outside agencies or division budgets as required. Contacts vendors to order parts, supplies and/or check prices of repair parts. Operates service truck for road and field calls, to pick up parts and supplies, and to transport vehicles to and from garages for specialized work. Cleans shops; checks/maintains shop equipment to ensure proper working order. Rotates assigned workstation to include open bay and service truck to repair a variety of equipment. Dismounts and mounts of heavy-duty equipment tires.

Other Duties

Operates salt and/or sand loader to load trucks, operates trucks to plow snow and spread salt in snow/ice removal operations. Assists with storm clean up. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of-- Methods, procedures and techniques of the automotive repair trade. Tools, materials, equipment and safety precautions of the trade.

Ability to-- Perform light to heavy automotive repairs. Deal effectively with the public. Use of tools and equipment of the trade.

Required Qualifications

Training and/or Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent, including or supplemented by training in automotive and heavy equipment repair.

Experience: Five years of experience performing maintenance and repair to include three years of experience with maintenance to heavy-duty diesel engines.

Licenses or Certificates: Valid Class B commercial driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Regulations within six months of employment. Passenger Endorsement may be required.

Special Requirements

Must be 18 years of age. Operation of County owned vehicle. Subject to alcohol and drug testing.

Physical Demands

Requires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 100 pounds.

Unusual Demands

Worker is exposed to dirt and soil, and hazards from working with tools and equipment.

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Steps

Pay rate: $28.29 - $32.46 per hour; $58,843 - $67,517 annually Grade 808, full-time position, 40 hours per week Department of Public Works, Fleet Maintenance

Position closing date: November 9, 2026

Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on November 9, 2026. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on November 10th.

Benefits

Calvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

• 15 days of sick leave
• 10 days of annual leave
• 5 days of personal leave
• 13 paid holidays *14 in an election year
• Defined Contribution Plan
• 457(b)
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Up to 80% tuition reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts

Application Requirements

Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

Equal Opportunity

Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] with as much notice as possible.

Miscellaneous Benefits

Calvert County Government offers a wide range of benefits to enhance the lifestyle of our employees and the lifestyle of their families and dependents.