Vehicular/Equipment Mechanic (Automotive/Light Trucks) (City of Saraland)

Vehicular/Equipment Mechanic

This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of a variety of vehicular equipment.

Jurisdiction - Starting Salary

City of Saraland* - $45,775

*Amended 6/23/2026

Minimum Qualification Requirements Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test. And completion of an apprenticeship or trade school program in automotive or diesel repair, and a minimum of one year journeyman level experience in maintenance and repair in one of the following areas: (1) automotive/light truck/miscellaneous; (2) medium/heavy truck or (3) construction equipment; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Must possess a commercial driver's license or a valid driver's license from state of residence. All jurisdictions except Mobile County Health Department, must obtain a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements, including air brake endorsement, prior to completion of the six month working test period.

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