Mechanic I

Mechanic I

Salary

$19.79 - $23.75 Hourly

Location

Tarrant County, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

11121

Department

Precinct 4 - Commissioner

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary

Perform mechanical/electrical/preventive maintenance on gasoline/diesel powered vehicles, engines and construction equipment. The incumbent must be familiar with and be able to perform basic operations on all heavy and light duty construction equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance (P/M) on construction equipment.
• Responsible for the daily fueling and maintenance of construction equipment.
• Performs repair on equipment including basic electrical and mechanical, minor tune-ups and belts, hoses and a/c.
• Maintains records related to P/M, oil inventory (usage), waste oil and fuel consumption.
• Responsible for onsite inspections of equipment to ensure equipment is in proper operating condition; has the authority to take equipment out of use.
• Performs pre-state inspections.
• Forecasts inventory needs and tracks usage.
• Responsible for advising supervisors of any equipment misuse.
• Responsible for instructing equipment operators on the proper procedures for maintaining equipment.
• Responsible for teaching new employees how to perform equipment maintenance and pre-trip inspections.
• 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.
• One (1) year of experience as a full-time automotive mechanic required, heavy truck/offroad mechanic experience strongly preferred.
• Certificate 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 an A/C mechanic.

Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to stoop, bend, climb, pull and push. Daily exposure to dust, hazardous materials, fumes, noise, cold and heat.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Smith at (817) 884-1227.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have one (1) year of experience as a full-time automotive mechanic?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a current and valid Class C driver license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Tarrant County

Address 100 E. Weatherford Suite 301

Fort Worth, Texas, 76196-0105

Phone (817) 884-1188

Website http://www.tarrantcountytx.gov