Mechanic IV

Hidalgo County, TX • Hidalgo, TX

58d

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
• 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

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

Benefits

• The County of Hidalgo offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. For more information, please Click Here

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