MECHANIC - Precinct

Job in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, 76102, USA

Listing for: Tarrant County

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-12

Job specializations:

Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 - 65000 USD Yearly USD 45000.00 65000.00 YEAR

Perform mechanical/electrical/preventive maintenance on gasoline/diesel powered vehicles, engines and construction equipment. The incumbent must be familiar with and be able to perform basic operations on all heavy and light duty construction equipment.

Performs preventive maintenance (P/M) on construction equipment.

Responsible for the daily fueling and maintenance of construction equipment.

Performs repair on equipment including basic electrical and mechanical, minor tune‑ups and belts, hoses and a/c.

Maintains records related to P/M, oil inventory (usage), waste oil and fuel consumption.

Responsible for onsite inspections of equipment to ensure equipment is in proper operating condition; has the authority to take equipment out of use.

Performs pre-state inspections.

Forecasts inventory needs and tracks usage.

Responsible for advising supervisors of any equipment misuse.

Responsible for instructing equipment operators on the proper procedures for maintaining equipment.

Responsible for teaching new employees how to perform equipment maintenance and pre-trip inspections.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED.
An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for a high school diploma.
One (1) year of experience as a full‑time automotive mechanic required heavy truck/offroad mechanic experience strongly preferred.
Certificate of graduation from an accredited Mechanic Trade School may substitute for one year of experience.
A current and valid Class C driver license is required upon hire.
A Class A CDL with a combination tanker and hazmat endorsement is required within eight (8) months of hire.
May require certification in a specific trade or training such as an A/C mechanic.

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to stoop, bend, climb, pull and push. Daily exposure to dust, hazardous materials, fumes, noise, cold and heat.