LIGHT AUTO EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Pensacola, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01350
Department: Facilities & Fleet Management
Division: Central Garage
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Central


Job Description

Pay: $23.52

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• high school diploma or equivalent;
• and three (3) years of experience as a medium duty/heavy dutytruck or heavy equipment mechanic;
• or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Possession of an appropriate driver's license for equipment operated and any license, training, or certification required by law or regulation to complete assigned tasks.
• All technicians must currently hold, or acquire the 609 HVAC Certification and Airbrake Certification provided by Fleet Management within one year of employment.
• Achievement of highly related job skills (above basic requirements) will be provided compensation for skills mastered pursuant to the City of Pensacola Premium Pay Guidelines dated 10-1-2020.

Special Requirements:

• Must provide a basic minimum set of mechanics tools as required by Fleet Management.

JOB SUMMARY
The Light Auto/Equipment Mechanic performs skilled automotive, truck, and equipment mechanical work approaching the journeyman level.
An employee in this class is responsible for performing skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, trucks, and specialized heavy equipment. The employee is responsible for diagnosing and executing repairs needed, reporting time and supplies used on each vehicle serviced or repaired, and ordering parts. The work is assigned by means of verbal and written orders and is carried out independently by the employee in accordance with standard practices of the trade.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Communicates with supervisors, drivers, and equipment operators; to identify service needs, gather operational information, and accurately diagnose vehicle and equipment issues.
• Performs preventive maintenance services and inspections; on City-owned automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other powered equipment in accordance with established schedules and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical systems; including engines, drivetrains, steering, suspension, and braking systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Diagnoses and repairs electrical and electronic systems; by troubleshooting defective wiring, components, and controls on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts mechanical repairs; on gasoline, compressed natural gas (CNG), and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment in accordance with quality standards and accepted practices of the trade.
• Operates a wide range of shop tools and equipment; including hydraulic jacks, air- and electric-powered tools, bench grinders, brake lathes, and related diagnostic and repair equipment.
• Drives service trucks and responds to road service calls; to perform on-site diagnostics and repairs, minimizing equipment downtime and service disruptions.
• Performs minor fabrication and welding repairs; using electric arc and MIG welding equipment, acetylene torches, drill presses, grinders, and related tools as required.
• Assists and collaborates with fellow technicians; by supporting diagnosis and repair efforts on light-duty vehicles and sharing technical knowledge as needed.
• Maintains a safe, efficient work environment and documentation; by following safety procedures, maintaining work areas and tools, and performing other related duties as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the mechanic's trade.
• Knowledge of the principles and mechanics of all types of internal combustion engines and motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems operation.
• Knowledgeable of diagnostic procedures for checking fluid flow rates, pressure settings, and associated adjustments.
• Knowledge of air brake operating systems, diagnostic procedures, and performance standards.
• Ability to perform a full brake overhaul in compliance with FMCSR requirements.
• Ability to diagnose and repair defects in powered equipment.
• Ability to keep simple records.
• Ability to order parts for repairs.
• Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific problems.
• Ability to operate various powered equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools including air and electric powered wrenches, drills, and other standard tools and equipment of the mechanic's trade.
• Ability to recognize and correct potential sources of hazardous material spills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to hold or feel, reach with hands and arms, walk, talk, smell, and hear.

Employee must be able to visually inspects vehicles and parts. Specific vision abilities include near distance, far distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Employees will be required to use hearing as applicable for the troubleshooting, repair, and completion of projects.

Job requires dexterity for handling small parts and tools in tight spaces, and sufficient strength for handling larger parts and tools. Job requires employee to push, pull, reach above/at/below shoulder, stand, stoop, crouch, bend, walk, crawl, kneel, and carry/lift 10-100 lbs. Work must be completed utilizing safety glasses, steel-toed work shoes, uniform, hearing protection, and other PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
An employee in this job is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, and occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and has a risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.

The City of Pensacola has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

The City of Pensacola provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
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Did you graduate from high school or have the equivalent of a GED?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have three (3) years of experience as a medium duty/heavy duty truck or heavy equipment mechanic or a combination of education, training, and/or work experience equal to or higher than the requirements listed?

• Yes
• No

03


All technicians must acquire the HVAC 609 Certification provided by Fleet Management if they are not already 609 HVAC Certified within one year of employment. Do you already have this or can you obtain this within 1 year of employment?

• Yes
• No

04


Can you provide a basic minimum set of mechanics tools as required by Fleet Management?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you possess an appropriate driver's license for equipment operated and any license, training, or certification required by law or regulation to complete assigned tasks?

• Yes
• No

06


If you are claiming veterans' preference, A DD214 or approved documentation from your current commanding officer (for current members of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard) is required that provides service dates, discharge type (if applicable), and honorable serving status (if currently serving). If claiming disability preference, a DD214 and a letter from the Department of Veterans' Affairs that states the percentage of disability are required. By making a selection below, I understand it is my responsibility to provide documentation with this application, If I need assistance, I can call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Are you claiming veterans' preference?

• Yes
• No

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