Heavy Equipment Mechanic; Park and Recreation PKR Dept., Non-Civil Service

## Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Park and Recreation [PKR] Dept., Non-Civil Service)
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October 20, 2026 (14 days left to apply):
26-29168
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** Job Summary
** The Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of mechanical repairs and maintenance services on gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment to maintain equipment in operational readiness.
** Job Description
** Overview The Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of journeyman level mechanical repairs and maintenance services on gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment to maintain equipment in operational readiness.  
** Essential Functions
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** Performs preventive maintenance and diagnoses on malfunctions of heavy equipment using electronic or mechanical testing equipment and performs repairs for restoring operational readiness of heavy equipment; performs maintenance and repair of heavy equipment including parts of excavating, forklifting, earthmoving operators, skid-steering loaders, compactors, graders, and other systems to ensure safe and operational condition.
** 2.
** Uses welding equipment to repair or fabricate items for heavy equipment, tools, signs, and other equipment; drives a heavy equipment truck to retrieve or repair broken equipment or vehicle in the field.
** 3.
** Removes, disassembles, rebuilds, repairs, assembles, and installs units such as transmissions, engines, differentials, hydraulic control units, pumps, seals, hoses, clutches, and brakes on heavy equipment using power hoists and other tools.
** 4.
** Tunes and adjusts parts and settings to enhance the performance of equipment; troubleshoots electrical systems using schematics to perform repairs as needed.
** 5.
** Drives heavy trucks and trailer rigs to transport earth moving or other medium to large sized heavy automotive equipment to job sites; adheres to all safety and equipment standards.
** 6.
** Documents and tracks daily labor completed and work orders addressed; monitors inventory of parts and equipment and places orders when necessary or required.
** 7.
** Trains and serves as lead worker for lower level mechanics to ensure maintenance and repair of city vehicles are performed according to safety and quality guidelines; demonstrates skill and expertise for handling large heavy equipment.
** 8.
** Performs state mandated inspections to ensures appropriate work is completed
** 9.
** Performs other work as required or assigned.
** 10.
** Availability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays.  
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* EDUCATION:

** High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.  
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* EXPERIENCE:

** Three (3) years of experience in maintenance and repair of heavy equipment involving diesel engines and/or hydraulic systems.  
** LICENSES AND

CERTIFICATIONS:

*** Must have a Texas Driver's License with a good driving record.
* Must have a Texas Vehicle Inspection License.
* Must be able to obtain Texas A or B Commercial Driver's License during the probationary period or as required.
* Must be able to obtain EPA Section 609 (recovery of automotive refrigerants) License during the probationary period or as required.
* Must be able to obtain Air Brakes Coursework or ASE exam T-4 during the probationary period or as required.
* Must be able to obtain Truck Steering and Suspension Coursework or ASE exam T-5 during the probationary period or as required.  
** OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
*** Must be able to lift up to seventy-five (75) pounds.
* Requires thorough knowledge of materials, tools, and principles used in the repair of heavy construction, landfill, or emergency fire equipment.
* Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays.  *
* * Minimum Qualification Notation:
All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments-for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.*
* ** Knowledge and Skills
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** Knowledge of hand, pneumatic, and electric tools used in automotive…