MECHANIC II, Precinct 4

Tarrant County; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County is seeking a Senior Mechanic in the Town of Texas to perform advanced maintenance on gasoline, propane, and diesel-powered engines, as well as heavy-duty off-road construction equipment. Responsibilities include inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing vehicles, leading other mechanics, and ensuring safety standards are upheld. Candidates should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and three years of relevant experience, along with a Class C driver's license and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with endorsements within eight months of hire.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a full-time automotive mechanic required.
• Class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsement required within 8 months.
• Additional certifications preferred for diagnosing complex off-road equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on all vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty off-road construction equipment.
• Direct and instruct the work of other mechanics and helpers.

Skills

Diagnosing and repairing diesel and heavy-duty engines

Preventative maintenance

Computerized diagnostic testing

Leadership and instruction

CDL Class A

Controlled Area Network (CAN) experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Mechanic Trade School certification

Tools

Heavy-duty diagnostic equipment

Automotive repair tools

Job description

Summary

Performs advanced level mechanical, electrical, preventative maintenance on gasoline, propane, and diesel‑powered engines and/or heavy‑duty off‑road construction equipment. As a senior level mechanic, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs trucks and/or heavy off‑road equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• May be responsible for the daily refueling and maintenance of construction equipment located at project site(s).
• Performs preventative maintenance on all vehicles and construction equipment.
• Performs state or pre‑state safety inspections.
• Performs simple to highly complex computerized diagnostic testing/evaluation procedures to diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment.
• May direct the work of other mechanics or helpers, teaching/instructing them in appropriate procedures and practices, relays instructions from supervisor to others.
• Tests equipment for safe and efficient operation.
• May transport equipment.
• Makes road calls and field repairs as necessary.
• Orders or requests the acquisition of parts and supplies as needed.
• Designs, fabricates and builds special projects for vehicles and equipment.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED. An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for a high school diploma.
• Three (3) full‑time years of experience as a full‑time automotive mechanic required (heavy truck/offroad or diesel mechanic strongly preferred). Certification 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 A/C or ASE coursework.
• Controlled Area Network (CAN) experience preferred.
• Additional technician certifications and licenses preferred.
• Diagnosing and repairing highly complex off‑road construction equipment with specialty certifications and licenses preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, walk, climb, stoop, lift, push and pull.