Equipment Mechanic , II, or III - Fleet Operations Division

Job Description - Equipment Mechanic I, II, or III - Fleet Operations Division (2600138)

Position Information

TxDOT's Fleet Operations Division is looking for an Equipment Mechanic I, II or III based in Lubbock, TX. We have a workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide and offer tools, potential recruitment bonuses, and company‑sponsored CDL training.

Salaries range by level:

• Equipment Mechanic I: $50,000 - $61,130
• Equipment Mechanic II: $50,000 - $71,055
• Equipment Mechanic III: $55,000 - $81,351

Work Location:

Lubbock District Headquarters, 135 S. Laton Road, Lubbock, 79404. Travel:
Yes, 25 % of the time. Shift: Day (Mon‑Fri 7:30‑4:00). Onsite.

Benefits and Perks:

• 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

For a complete list of our total compensation package, visit Total Compensation Package. Benefits available to all State of Texas employees can be viewed at Benefits at a Glance.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair, maintenance, and inspection of fleet vehicles and equipment, including heavy equipment used in highway and bridge construction.
• Adjust brakes and replace parts (air brakes, anti‑locking systems).
• Analyze computer diagnostic data and complete repair order paperwork.
• Check lighting and wiring for proper function.
• Perform preventive maintenance and quality assurance on motor vehicles/equipment.
• Prepare vehicles for use, ensuring safety features are present.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, electronic ignitions, and fuel injection systems.
• Use diagnostic analyzer systems for complex diagnostics.
• Maintain accurate data in the fleet information management system.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
• For Equipment Mechanic II:
  Train less experienced technicians.
• For Equipment Mechanic III:
  Lead and train technicians; step in as Shop Coordinator in absence.
• Travel to other shops throughout the state as required.

Experience:

• Equipment Mechanic I – 2 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics.
• Equipment Mechanic II – 4 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics.
• Equipment Mechanic III – 7 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics.
• Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 years of experience.
• Certificates of completion from a Technical Training Institute may substitute one year of experience for each year of experience.

• Valid driver’s license. Must drive a state vehicle.
• Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required or to be obtained within 120 calendar days from course registration. Two attempts allowed.

• Commercial driver’s license (CDL).

• Proficient in hand and power tools, diesel, gasoline, CNG, and LPG engine repair.
• Diagnose and repair equipment, including electronic and mechanical components.
• Proficient in computer use and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Follow safety standards.
• Communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of automatic and manual transmission repair.
• Calibrate electronic and mechanical components.
• Brake repair skills (anti‑locking, mechanical, air, hydraulic).
• Diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications.

• Extensive knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance.
• Expert brake repair skills.
• Expert troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of electronic/mechanical components.
• Coordination of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Reading and interpreting repair contracts.
• (III only) Expert diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications.

• Extreme cold and heat; temperatures below 32 or above 100 degrees…