Fleet Equipment Mechanic Intern: Hands-On Training

Texas Department of Transportation; Ederville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and AdvancementOppt

Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation seeks a Fleet Equipment Mechanic Intern for the Fort Worth district. This role focuses on learning to maintain and repair a wide range of vehicles from small trucks to heavy equipment, under supervision, with provided tools.

You will work with seasoned mechanics and receive classroom and hands-on training similar to full-time staff. Perfect for current students seeking experience in fleet maintenance and operations.

Qualifications

• Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.
• No Experience Required (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent)
• Must be at least 16 years of age and enrolled in an education program.
• 18+ with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs entry-level and routine maintenance work including plant and landscape tasks and minor equipment repair.
• Performs inspections on vehicles and equipment entering the shop.
• Supports shop technicians with maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in highways/bridges.
• Assists with preparing vehicles for sale and for services.
• Prepares pool vehicles for use and checks safety features.
• Completes repair orders and enters data into fleet system.
• Picks up parts and shuttles vehicles as needed.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Skills

Tool use (hand & power tools)

Mechanical repair procedures

Diesel and gasoline engine repair

Electronic and mechanical diagnostics

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Diagnostic skills for automotive subs/

Education

High school student or enrolled in college/university

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Texas Department of Transportation seeks a Fleet Equipment Mechanic Intern for the Fort Worth district. This role focuses on learning to maintain and repair a wide range of vehicles from small trucks to heavy equipment, under supervision, with provided tools.

You will work with seasoned mechanics and receive classroom and hands-on training similar to full-time staff. Perfect for current students seeking experience in fleet maintenance and operations.