Transit Administration-Journey Technician I

City of McAllen; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Medical leave

Funeral leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Longevity pay

Job summary

The City of McAllen is seeking a Journey Technician to perform complex auto mechanic work on gas, diesel and heavy equipment for City vehicles. Under general supervision, you will diagnose, repair, adjust and service a wide range of on- and off-road equipment.

Candidates should have strong mechanical skills, good customer service, and the ability to work with other departments. The City offers competitive benefits including retirement, health and life insurance, paid leave and holidays.

Job description

Under general supervision, the Journey Technician conducts complex and difficult auto mechanic work including repair and maintenance of gas, diesel and heavy equipment. Employee diagnoses, adjusts, re-aligns and/or repairs automobiles, trucks, buses and all types of City vehicles, including diesel and/or gasoline powered on and off-road equipment with little to no assistance. Employee has daily contact with the public and other departments, which requires simple courtesies and exercise of tact and diplomacy.

About the Organization

McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence.

About the Benefits

The City provides an excellent array of benefits including but not limited to retirement (2:1 matching), health/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation, sick and medical leave, funeral leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, life insurance and longevity pay.