Equipment Mechanic I or II - Carthage, TX

Job Summary

Position:
Equipment Mechanic I or II (Level A16/A18) at TxDOT Atlanta District, Carthage, TX.

Salary: $40,918 – $61,130 per year for Equipment Mechanic I or $45,521 – $71,055 per year for Equipment Mechanic II.

Work Calendar: 4/10s – Monday to Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; 10 % travel required.

Location:

Carthage Maintenance Section, 861 S. Shelby Street, Carthage, TX 75633.

• Repair, maintenance, and inspection of fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment, moving related items as necessary.
• Use computerized diagnostic equipment, analyze data, and apply diagnostic results.
• Complete repair order paperwork and accurately enter data into the fleet information management system.
• Maintain heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges.
• Adjust brakes, replace brake system parts (air brake, anti‑locking systems), troubleshoot electrical systems, and repair electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.
• Prepare vehicles for use by ensuring safety features such as first aid kits and fire extinguishers are present and functional.
• Inspects work performed by shop mechanics or contract vendors (Equipment Mechanic II). Perform quality assurance and analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment (Equipment Mechanic II).
• Work independently on assignments; refer unusual issues to supervisor.
• Travel to other district or division shops within the state as needed.

• Experience:
  
  2 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair.
• Knowledge of electronic and mechanical components, brake systems, diesel/gasoline/CNG/LPG engines, and safety standards.
• Skill in using hand and power tools, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), and interpreting electrical diagrams and schematics.

• Experience:
  
  4 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair.
• Includes all Equipment Mechanic I duties and competencies.
• Additional knowledge of automatic and manual shift transmission repair, advanced diagnostics, and Microsoft Office.
• Skill in performing quality assurance and analysis on repaired equipment.

• Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 years of experience (I).
• Certificate of completion from a Technical Training Institute in Automotive and Diesel Technology may substitute for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Valid driver’s license;
  Class "A" Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required, or to be obtained within 90 calendar days of employment.

• Commercial driver’s license (CDL).

• Environmental conditions (weather exposure, temperature changes).
• Noise, vibration, and exposure to outside and inside conditions.
• Medium work: lift up to 50 lb. at a time, frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lb.; stooping, kneeling, crouching required.
• Visual acuity for measurement devices, machine operation, and facility inspection.
• Physically demanding; pre‑employment physical required.
• Must pass drug test; subject to random drug testing.
• Must be available on a 24‑hour basis for emergency response; may be required to work alternate schedules during adverse weather events.
• Travel to other district/division shops within the state as needed.

• Retirement plans.
• Alternative and/or flexible work schedules.
• Paid leave and holidays.
• Health premiums paid at 100 % for full‑time employees.
• On‑the‑job training.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Holistic wellness program with leave incentives.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Family‑friendly policies and programs.

• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time, regular, standard (non‑management).
• Schedule:
  
  Day shift; 4/10s – Monday to Thursday.
• Shift Details: 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Location Flexibility:
  Onsite.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities following the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.