Senior Field Fleet Mechanic – Diesel/Heavy-Duty

New Mexico Department of Justice; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Transportation is seeking a Senior Fleet Mechanic for field work across District Five. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing light and heavy-duty equipment, with responsibilities spanning parts procurement, work orders, and record-keeping.

Ideal candidates will have one year of repair shop experience, plus a Class A CDL within one year of hire. Travel across District Five and compliance with safety and drug-testing protocols are part of the job.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in a repair shop or maintenance facility.
• Must possess or obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License Class A within one year of hire.
• Ability to travel throughout District Five for field work.
• Pre-employment drug testing and post-offer physical required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems on light automotive gasoline and heavy-duty diesel equipment.
• Purchase parts and create work orders.
• Maintain a file system and close out tickets.
• Travel throughout District Five as required.
• Respond to emergency calls and work shifts as needed.

Skills

Diagnostics

Repair skills

Computer literacy

Maintenance planning

Education

Commercial Driver's License Class A

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

New Mexico Department of Transportation is seeking a Senior Fleet Mechanic for field work across District Five. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing light and heavy-duty equipment, with responsibilities spanning parts procurement, work orders, and record-keeping.

Ideal candidates will have one year of repair shop experience, plus a Class A CDL within one year of hire. Travel across District Five and compliance with safety and drug-testing protocols are part of the job.