MECHANIC I - Precinct 4

Tarrant County; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County seeks a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs on a range of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles and heavy equipment. You will fuel, service, and inspect equipment daily, keep meticulous maintenance records, and guide operators in proper procedures to prevent breakdowns.

The role requires strong mechanical/electrical repair skills, the ability to train others, and a valid driver license with eventual CDL endorsement.

Qualifications

• Experience performing preventive maintenance on construction equipment.
• Ability to perform basic electrical and mechanical repairs.
• Ability to train others on maintenance procedures and safety.
• Valid driver license required; Class A CDL with tanker & hazmat endorsements within 8 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on gasoline/diesel powered vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain fueling and basic upkeep of construction equipment daily.
• Conduct simple repairs including belts, hoses, and A/C components.
• Keep records of maintenance, oil inventory, fuel usage and waste oil.
• Inspect equipment on site and advise if equipment should be taken out of service.
• Provide pre-trip inspections and forecast inventory needs.
• Instruct operators on proper maintenance procedures and safety.
• Mentor and train new employees on equipment maintenance.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Equipment operation instruction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Perform mechanical/electrical/preventive maintenance on gasoline/diesel powered vehicles, engines and construction equipment. The incumbent must be familiar with and be able to perform basic operations on all heavy and light duty construction equipment.

1. Performs preventive maintenance (P/M) on construction equipment.
2. Responsible for the daily fueling and maintenance of construction equipment.
3. Performs repair on equipment including basic electrical and mechanical, minor tune‑ups and belts, hoses and a/c.
4. Maintains records related to P/M, oil inventory (usage), waste oil and fuel consumption.
5. Responsible for onsite inspections of equipment to ensure equipment is in proper operating condition; has the authority to take equipment out of use.
6. Performs pre-state inspections.
7. Forecasts inventory needs and tracks usage.
8. Responsible for advising supervisors of any equipment misuse.
9. Responsible for instructing equipment operators on the proper procedures for maintaining equipment.
10. Responsible for teaching new employees how to perform equipment maintenance and pre-trip inspections.
11. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for a high school diploma.
• One (1) year of experience as a full‑time automotive mechanic required heavy truck/offroad mechanic experience strongly preferred.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited Mechanic Trade School may substitute for one year of experience.
• A current and valid Class C driver license is required upon hire.
• A Class A CDL with a combination tanker and hazmat endorsement is required within eight (8) months of hire.
• May require certification in a specific trade or training such as an A/C mechanic.

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to stoop, bend, climb, pull and push. Daily exposure to dust, hazardous materials, fumes, noise, cold and heat.