Performs advanced (senior-level) motor vehicle maintenance and equipment repair work. Work involves estimating repairs, requisitioning parts and supplies maintaining records of work performed, and overseeing the operation of a motor vehicle and equipment repair shop. May assign and/or supervise the work of others; Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
To be considered an applicant for this position, we require that you upload copies of the following documents. Applicant package will not be considered complete until we receive all of the required documents that are listed below. ** Please upload each document separately**
1. ** Please upload/attach a copy of the following:
- Please upload a copy of your high school diploma, GED or college transcript.
2. **Please download the link below. Make sure to get this form notarized and uploaded as an attachment to your application:
- Authority To Release Information Form
3. ** Please DO NOT upload or attach any other documents not listed above. Attaching other documents will delay the processing of your application.
Coordinates or performs various phases of motor vehicle repair such as paint, body, and mechanical repairs.
Coordinates wrecker service to pick up wrecked or disabled vehicles.
Oversees the repair and maintenance of various types of motors and mechanical equipment.
Exchanges, rebuilds, and overhauls motors, transmission, differentials, and other major vehicle components and systems.
Requisitions supplies, checks deliveries, maintains records of purchases and requisitions, and distributes supplies.
Diagnoses and repairs all functions and controlling system of the vehicle.
Discusses malfunctions, warranties, parts, and service with mechanics, drivers, and manufacturing representatives.
Instructs mechanics in proper repair procedures and use of automated testing equipment.
Inspects vehicles and estimates repairs.
Prepares periodic reports and purchase orders.
May assign and/or supervise the work of others.
Performs related work as assigned.
Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED), supplemented by technical courses in automotive maintenance and repair
Preferred: Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in automotive, diesel mechanics or related field
Three (3) years or more of experience in motor vehicle repair and maintenance work
Certificates, Licenses and Registration:
Certification from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license
Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier
Knowledge of automotive diagnosis, repair, and maintenance techniques; of welding; of departmental policies and record keeping procedures; of fleet management principles; of safety practices and principles used within an automotive repair facility; and of electrical and computerized systems and emission control systems.
Skill in locating and diagnosing defective mechanical problems.
Ability to work with electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment; to apply mechanical knowledge to the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
Maintain accurate records.
Assign and/or supervise the work of others.
Knowledge of electrical repair and reading schematics.
Ability to utilize emission test equipment and computer test activities.
Skill in word processing and basic computer programs.
Knowledge of on-board automobile computer systems.
Skill in the care of mechanical systems, electrical systems, testing equipment, and specialized tools relating to mechanical repairs
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with others
Employee may be assigned other duties in addition to those listed; duties may change according to the changing needs of the County.
