Mechanic III

Salary: $51,272.00 - $53,435.20 Annually

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2700332

Department:
Aviation

Division: AV-Airfield Maint

Opening Date: 09/25/2026

Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit: BL

Perform complex and difficult maintenance and repair work of mechanical engines and equipment including internal combustion equipment and diesel systems; perform diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and electronic computer-controlled systems and maintain and repair a variety of equipment as assigned.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Perform complex and difficult maintenance and repair work of mechanical engines and equipment including internal and/or spark combustion equipment and diesel systems; demonstrate a full understanding of applicable maintenance policies, procedures, methods and techniques.
• Assist in training less experienced staff within the Mechanic series; provide information and guidance on applicable maintenance policies, procedures, methods and techniques; respond to questions and assist in reviewing work products.
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic defects and problems in automobiles, buses, motorcycles, heavy equipment, fire apparatus and/or other mechanical equipment.
• Perform diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and computer-controlled systems on gasoline and diesel engines; ensure operational status of such equipment is within applicable standards.
• Perform accurate tests to determine measurement and tolerance on equipment and tools; calibrate equipment and tools accordingly.
• Perform diagnosis and repair or overhaul transmissions and final differential assemblies.
• Replace component parts on vehicles and equipment; perform engine tune-ups; rebuild and overhaul engines; perform safety inspections on vehicles and equipment.
• May perform preventive maintenance on police department vehicles, fire department vehicles (ladders, pumpers and rescue) and fire-fighting equipment; design equipment for K-9 units, SWAT team or shooting range.
• Perform welding and fabrication duties including damaged frames and parts; perform maintenance on specialized equipment including trolleys and alternative fueled vehicles.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; recommend the requisition of materials as necessary.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematic wiring diagrams, hydrostatic systems and components.
• Operate shop machinery including lathes, presses, grinders and blasters.
• Maintain and update records of preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles; input information onto the computer; prepare statistical maintenance reports as necessary.
• May drive commercial class vehicles in the public right of way during delivery, pickup and road test.
• May deliver and pickup City automobiles, buses, fire trucks and heavy equipment from outside repair vendors.
• May perform emergency road calls of disabled vehicles, diagnose operational problems and perform repairs as required.

• Assist in the general maintenance and cleaning of automotive shop area.
• May coordinate and lead the work of mechanical maintenance staff; maintain efficient operation of the shop as necessary.
• Perform…