Vehicle Maintenance Technician; Mechanic Corpus Christi, TX

Oct 14

Job Title:

Vehicle Maintenance Technician (Mechanic)
Department:
Maintenance

Reports To:

Maintenance Supervisor / Division Manager
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Position Classification:
Full-Time / Part-Time (bargaining unit)

Work Location:

CCRTA Maintenance Facility, Corpus Christi, TX

Hendrickson Transportation Group's contract with CCRTA begins January 1, 2027. The wage rate below is established under Article 19 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Hendrickson Transportation Group and Teamsters Local 657 and reflects the rate effective January 1, 2027:

A Tech (senior/journeyman): $33.10/hour

B Tech: $26.73/hour

C Tech (entry level): $24.18/hour

Utility: $18.36/hour

Maintenance Clerk: $20.36/hour

Working under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Vehicle Maintenance Technician performs inspections and repairs to engines, transmissions, air conditioning and heating systems, electrical and hydraulic systems, suspension, air brakes, and steering systems to keep the fleet in good working order. The position also performs state safety inspections as required by the Texas Department of Public Safety to ensure the fleet complies with state and federal regulations, and supports major repairs and overhauls alongside other technicians.

Perform general mechanical repairs, including engine tuning and removing/replacing components such as headlights, generators, alternators, batteries, and voltage regulators.

Perform Texas Department of Public Safety state safety inspections.

Raise equipment using jacks, hoist stands, or other equipment, following proper safety procedures.

Assist other technicians in removing, disassembling, and reassembling major components (engines, transmissions, differentials, etc.) and in major mechanical repairs and overhauls.

Make service road calls to troubleshoot and repair vehicles on-site, or tow disabled vehicles back to the shop; complete road testing of repaired vehicles as required.

Independently diagnose and repair vehicle defects under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor.

Complete all required maintenance reports and records accurately and on time.

Wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all safety regulations.

Maintain a clean, safe work area, including proper disposal of debris and cleanup of spills.

No employee will be disciplined for refusing to drive or dispatch a vehicle determined to be unsafe.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Associate degree from a two-year college and/or enrollment in an approved, accredited vehicle mechanic trade program.

Experience:

Minimum two (2) years of direct related experience in general mechanical repairs, including electrical and air-conditioning repairs and engine overhauls. At least one technician assigned to the contract must be certified at the journeyman level or higher.

License/Certification:
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and be able to obtain, within 60 days of hire, a Class B CDL with appropriate endorsements; must be certified/qualified to perform repairs on both diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles, with additional certifications as required for alternative-fuel technologies; eligible to pursue Texas DPS State Vehicle Inspector certification.

Age:
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Tools:
Must possess own hand tools.

Requires standing and walking for extended periods; grasping and twisting with both hands/wrists; pushing, pulling, holding, and carrying items; bending, kneeling, squatting, and twisting safely; and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Use…