MECHANIC II - Pct. 3 Facilities Maintenance

Tarrant County; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County is seeking a senior mechanic responsible for advanced maintenance and repair of gasoline, propane, and diesel engines, as well as heavy-duty construction equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with at least three years of mechanic experience, preferably with heavy trucks. The role involves supervising other mechanics and performing diagnostic testing, ensuring safe and efficient operation of all equipment.

Benefits

Superior health benefits

Retirement benefits

Insurance benefits

Qualifications

• At least three years of full-time mechanic experience, preferably with heavy trucks/off-road.
• Valid Class C driver license required upon hire.
• Class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements required within eight months.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced mechanical and electrical preventative maintenance on various engines.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair trucks and heavy off-road equipment.
• Conduct state or pre-state safety inspections.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Repair of heavy-duty equipment

Diagnostic testing

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification from Mechanic Trade School

Job description

Perform advanced mechanical and electrical preventative maintenance on gasoline, propane, and diesel-powered engines, as well as heavy-duty off-road construction equipment. As a senior mechanic, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair trucks and heavy off-road equipment.

POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME after receiving a sufficient number of applications.

Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits. For more information, please click on the link below:

http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html

• Responsible for daily refueling and maintenance of construction equipment at project sites.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all vehicles and construction equipment.
• Conduct state or pre-state safety inspections.
• Use computerized diagnostic testing/evaluation procedures to diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment.
• May supervise other mechanics or helpers, instructing them in procedures and relaying instructions from supervisors.
• Test equipment for safe and efficient operation.
• Transport equipment as needed.
• Make road calls and perform field repairs.
• Order or request parts and supplies.
• Design, fabricate, and build special projects for vehicles and equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

NOTE: You must complete the work history and education sections of the application to demonstrate the required experience and education; failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (an additional four years of related experience may substitute for a diploma).
• At least three years of full-time mechanic experience (diesel mechanic preferred), with heavy truck/off-road mechanic experience strongly preferred.
• Certification from an accredited Mechanic Trade School may substitute for one year of experience.
• Valid Class C driver license required upon hire.
• Class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements required within eight months of hire.
• Additional certifications such as A/C, ASE coursework, Vehicle Inspection License, Welder Certification, CAN experience, and others are preferred.
• Must know how to repair highly complex off-road construction equipment; specialty certifications are preferred.

Note: The selected candidate must pass a pre-placement physical and drug screen. Proof of education must be provided at hire. Background checks will include criminal, credit, motor vehicle, employment, and educational records; convictions are considered individually.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Regularly required to sit, walk, climb, stoop, lift, push, and pull during duties.