Maintenance Mechanic I

Maintenance Mechanic I

This is moderately difficult construction, maintenance, and repair work on public housing, buildings, and equipment to prevent deterioration of the physical condition and repair related issues as they arise.

Jurisdiction - Starting Salary

Mobile County - $43,568

City of Mobile - $36,716

City of Prichard - $21,888

City of Saraland* - $41,470

City of Citronelle - $31,531

Mobile Area Water & Sewer System - $41,470

Mobile County Health Department - $39,471

Mobile Housing Authority - $43,569

City of Creola - $32,007

*Amended 06/23/2026

Minimum Qualification Requirements Graduation from a standard senior high school or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, with completion of vocational training course work in the building or mechanical trades and a minimum of one year experience in the maintenance and repair of a variety of building and mechanical equipment; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements. Special Requirement Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence.

For details, please see the Class Specifications | MAINTENANCE MECHANIC I | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com).

All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile Civil Service Job Opportunities page. As you create a JobOpps account, you will be asked for Notification Preferences (email or paper). Paper notification is not available; therefore, "email" should be selected. All notifications will be sent by email only. Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Civil Service System employment, and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile Civil Service at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Adam Bourne, Civil Service Director

The agencies we serve are equal-opportunity employers

10 days annual vacation with accumulation to 35 days (The number of days earned increases based on years in the merit system, with a maximum of 25 days per year for 25 or more years of service)

10 days paid annual sick leave with no limit on accumulation

12 paid holidays each year (some jurisdictions may vary)

Group medical plan (most jurisdictions)

Paid life insurance (in some jurisdictions)

Retirement plans

Employee Credit Union

Promotion by competitive exam

Periodic review and adjustment of salary rates to be competitive with local employees and to provide cost of living increases

Opportunities for continuing education and self-development through formalized academic and in-service training programs