MECHANIC II, Precinct 4

Job Title

Performs advanced level mechanical, electrical, preventative maintenance on gasoline, propane, and diesel-powered engines and/or heavy-duty off-road construction equipment. As a senior level mechanic, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs trucks and/or heavy off-road equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. May be responsible for the daily refueling and maintenance of construction equipment located at project site(s).
2. Performs preventative maintenance on all vehicles and construction equipment.
3. Performs state or pre-state safety inspections.
4. Performs simple to highly complex computerized diagnostic testing/evaluation procedures to diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment.
5. May direct the work of other mechanics or helpers, teaching/instructing them in appropriate procedures and practices, relays instructions from supervisor to others.
6. Tests equipment for safe and efficient operation.
7. May transport equipment.
8. Makes road calls and field repairs as necessary.
9. Orders or requests the acquisition of parts and supplies as needed.
10. Designs, fabricates and builds special projects for vehicles and equipment.
11. 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.

• Three (3) full-time years of experience as a full-time automotive mechanic required (heavy truck/offroad or diesel mechanic strongly preferred). Certification 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 A/C or ASE coursework.

• 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.

Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, walk, climb, stoop, lift, push and pull.

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.

To be considered for this position, your application must be complete and clearly demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications. Please ensure that all sections of the application are fully completed, including Education (specifying the type of degree, field of study, and graduation status), Experience, and Certifications/Licenses. Resumes alone will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will result in disqualification, as eligibility for minimum qualifications cannot be confirmed without full documentation. If selected for hire, you will be required to provide proof of educational attainment during the onboarding process.

Tarrant County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudication in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.

Job Number: 10927

Department: Precinct 4 - Commissioner

Location: Tarrant County, TX

Salary: $22.86 - $27.43 Hourly

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Opening Date: 04/27/2026