Mechanic IV

Hidalgo County, TX • Hidalgo, TX

117d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED), supplemented by technical courses in automotive maintenance and repair.
• Three (3) years or more of experience in motor vehicle repair and maintenance work.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in automotive, diesel mechanics or related field.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees