Fleet Mechanic — Heavy‑Duty Vehicles & PM Specialist

Lincoln County Realty; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln County Fleet Services is seeking a skilled maintenance mechanic to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on automobiles, trucks, transit vehicles, and heavy equipment. The role includes diagnostics, welding, and occasional fabrication for custom parts.

Eligible candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, 2–3 years of preventive maintenance experience, and a valid Oregon Class B driver’s license. CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two to three years progressive experience as a preventative maintenance mechanic/technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine scheduled preventative maintenance on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Carry out minor repairs to gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, axles, and braking systems.
• Perform welding/cutting operations using MIG/TIG, carbon arc, oxy-acetylene, or plasma cutters as needed.
• Replace or repair worn components such as brakes, tires, and drive belts.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment; install or remove aftermarket equipment as required.
• Maintain emergency generators and related systems; manage shop and fueling facility maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tool use

Diagnostics

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

On-board computer diagnostics

MIG/TIG welding

Plasma cutting

Job description

Lincoln County Fleet Services is seeking a skilled maintenance mechanic to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on automobiles, trucks, transit vehicles, and heavy equipment. The role includes diagnostics, welding, and occasional fabrication for custom parts.

Eligible candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, 2–3 years of preventive maintenance experience, and a valid Oregon Class B driver’s license. CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.