Master Mechanic - Vehicle Maintenance

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCDRS benefits

Great Benefits

Job summary

Fort Bend County is hiring a skilled Mechanic to maintain and repair equipment, manage vehicle maintenance, and supervise shop operations. The role includes scheduling inspections, coordinating with vendors, and writing specs for equipment purchases.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with substantial mechanical experience, strong repair skills, and good communication abilities. Texas county retirement and benefits apply to eligible staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7 years of documented experience as a mechanic.
• 4 years of job-related experience as a mechanic.
• Strong automotive repair and evaluation skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Responsible for all repairs and orders.
• Schedules inspections.
• Maintains current knowledge of updates on vehicles.
• Picks up parts as necessary.
• Orders oil and fuel.
• Writes specifications for equipment purchases.
• Meets with vendors.
• Supervises shop operations.
• Instructs, trains and assists mechanics.
• Assigns work, ensures standards and priorities are met and checks completed work.

Skills

Automotive repair

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical certification in mechanical fields

Job description

About Us

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the \"quality of life\" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment on a regularly scheduled basis
• Responsible for all repairs and orders
• Schedules inspections
• Maintains current knowledge of updates on vehicles
• Picks up parts as necessary
• Orders oil and fuel
• Writes specifications for equipment purchases
• Meets with vendors
• Supervises shop operations
• Instructs, trains and assists mechanics
• Assigns work, ensures standards and priorities are met and checks completed work
• Is held accountable for all equipment used and uniforms issued
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• working knowledge of all precinct equipment, vehicle maintenance and repairs
• or technical certification in different fields of mechanical training
• or 7 years documented experience as a mechanic
• 4 years of job related experience (as a Mechanic)
• Strong automotive repair and evaluation skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational skills and ability to complete assigned projects accurately within specified timeframe
• Interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials

Starting Salary Range

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $23.19 - $28.99 hourly based on qualifications

Closing Date

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

Additional Information

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the “quality of life” that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call “home”. Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.