Heavy Equipment Service Advisor

Salary: $26.00 - $34.92 Hourly
Location : 6939 W. LOOP 1604 N., SAN ANTONIO, TX 78254, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-01021
Department: Solid Waste Management
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Job Summary


Under general supervision, is responsible for serving as the initial point of contact with City employees whose trucks, equipment, and vehicles experience performance/mechanical problems requiring service. Coordinates and monitors all repairs and ensures quality workmanship is performed. Working conditions are primarily in an outside or shop environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust, damp/wet surfaces, high noise levels, oily surfaces, and hazardous heavy equipment. May require shift work, weekends, nights, and holidays. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location:
Northwest Fleet Shop - 6939 W. Loop 1604 N San Antonio, TX 78254

Work Hours:

• Monday - Friday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Greets incoming customers/vehicle operators at entrance of repair facility; assists in the preparation or review of driver's report; and opens work order.
• Determines the need and extent of repairs and service to vehicles by road test, use of diagnostic devices, visual inspection of vehicle, or questioning of drivers about performance problems.
• Assists mechanics in logging on and off of computers (work order system), updates vehicle repair status, and closes out work orders.
• Maintains daily availability logs.
• Coordinates and maintains parts inventory.
• Monitors the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other safety equipment by all personnel on the shop floor.
• Serves as lead mechanic in absence of supervisor; assigns and reviews completed work.
• Assists supervisor in the coordination of the Preventive Maintenance Program.
• Contacts vendors that are servicing vehicles for status updates and coordinates pick-up. Ensures that vendors have repaired vehicles to specifications. Monitors vehicles throughout the repair process and provides updates to departments as needed; test drives vehicles and notifies customers when repairs are completed.
• Resolves customer complaints and provides quality customer service.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Six (6) years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic.
• Previous experience as a government fleet or dealership service advisor preferred.
• Must possess a Texas Class "A" Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in a team lead role, demonstrating leadership, accountability, and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast paced work environment.
• Experience preparing daily, weekly, or monthly operational reports related to maintenance activities, equipment availability, or repair status.
• Experience coordinating repairs between technicians, parts personnel, vendors, and customers to ensure timely completion of work.
• Prior experience utilizing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to create, update, and track repair orders.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the operation of a variety of automotive systems, accessories and parts of systems and how they are removed, installed and maintained.
• Knowledge of various types of motors and equipment and their operation.
• Knowledge of procedures for diagnosing the reasons for motor or systems failure and the steps necessary to correct the condition.
• Knowledge of mechanical tools and testing devices used in a heavy equipment maintenance operation.
• Skill in diagnosing automotive related problems.
• Skill in performing mechanical repairs to the heavy equipment and vehicles assigned to the service center.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to utilize hand tools, power tools and equipment used in automotive, and truck repair.
• Ability to organize preventive maintenance and mechanical repair work based on information gathered from operator or department.
• Ability to use Fleet Management/Work order system.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.
01


Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02


Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04


What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05


Which one of the following Driver's Licenses do you have?

• Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
• Class "B" Commercial Driver's License
• Class "C" Driver's License
• None of the above.

06


If you do not have a valid Class "A" Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL), do you understand that you must obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment?

• Yes
• I already have a valid Class "A" Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• N/A

07


How many years of experience do you have as a heavy equipment mechanic

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

08


How many years of experience do you have as a government fleet or dealership service advisor?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

09


How many years of experience do you have in a team lead and/or supervisory role?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

10


How many years of experience do you have with preparing daily, weekly or monthly operational reports related to maintenance activities, equipment availability, or repair status?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

11


Select any of the following heavy equipment you have experience providing service advice, maintenance, or quality control regarding mechanical or performance issues.

• 10 CY Dump Truck
• 12 CY Dump Truck
• Asphalt Paver
• Bulldozer
• Cranes
• Double Drum Roller
• Excavators
• Flat Wheel Roller
• Front End Loader
• Graders
• Milling Machines
• Motor Grader
• Oil Distributor
• Patch Truck
• Paving Machines
• Plate Tamper
• Pneumatic Roller
• Skid Loader
• Street Sweeper
• Tractor Trailers
• None of the above

12


Describe a time when you made a mistake that impacted operations or customer service. What was the situation? What steps did you take the resolve the issue? What was the outcome? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A
13


Describe a time when you were responsible for ensuring a repair, project or assignment was completed. What actions did you take to track progress and follow up with all parties involved to ensure that the task was completed successfully? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A
14


This position requires managing multiple repairs, vendor activities, emails and operational requests simultaneously. Describe your approach to staying organized and ensuring tasks are completed on time. If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A
15


I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I acknowledge

16


I understand that for this position I will be required to pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a City of San Antonio medical provider and receive a minimum of a 1-year medical certification card as a condition of employment. I further understand that this requirement applies to current City employees applying for CDL positions and if I am a current City employee, I will no longer be grandfathered under the Driver Safety Program Administrative Directive 4.8 if I apply and am selected for this position.

• I acknowledge

17


I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question