MECHANIC III - Precinct 3

MECHANIC III - Precinct 3

Salary

$25.77 - $30.92 Hourly

Location

Tarrant County, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

10961

Department

Precinct 3 - Facilities Maintenance

Opening Date

05/18/2026

Closing Date

5/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary

Repairs complex and specialized heavy off-road track construction equipment and provides on-site repair supervision on equipment used in the road building industry. Responsible for making independent decisions on equipment repairs at the job site.

BENEFITS

Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits & 13 County Holidays

For more information, please click on the link below:

http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html

This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directly and indirectly supervises specialized road equipment repair.
• Repairs specialized off-road track equipment in the field, independently or with a Mechanic I.
• Monitors off-road engine, hydraulic and preventative maintenance requirements.
• Tests equipment for proper operation.
• Monitors the work of the technicians and verifies by operational quality of repairs made.
• Diagnoses repair of equipment.
• Provides training to Mechanics I and II in electrical, hydraulic and diesel repairs.
• Ensures safety of work site for employees.
• Serves as shop foreman in the absence of the equipment maintenance supervisor.
• Reads and understands repair manuals, electrical and hydraulic schematics for all off-road and track equipment.
• Designs, fabricates, and builds special projects for vehicles and equipment.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Certification in a specific trade or training such as A/C or ASE coursework preferred
• 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
• Ability to train employees
• Thorough knowledge of road construction equipment and specialized requirements
• Ability to organize, plan, and make decisions

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for a high school diploma
• Certification of graduation from an accredited Mechanic Trade School may substitute for one year of experience
• Four (4) years of heavy truck/off-road or diesel mechanic experience required
• Current and valid Class C driver license is required upon hire
• Class A CDL with a combination tanker and hazmat endorsement is required within eight (8) months of hire

Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, crawl, walk, twist, lift, stoop, and bend.

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.

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED? (An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for a high school diploma).

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have four (4) years of heavy truck/off-road or diesel mechanic experience? (Certification of graduation from an accredited Mechanic Trade School may substitute for one year of experience)

• Yes
• No

03

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

• Yes
• No

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Can you describe your experience diagnosing and repairing complex off-road or track construction equipment in the field?

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What experience do you have reading and interpreting electrical, hydraulic, or CAN-based schematics?

06

Have you trained or supervised junior mechanics or technicians? If so, what methods did you use to ensure quality and skill development?

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