Mechanic Assistant

Posted March 14, 2025 | Open until filled

About the role

The City of Corsicana is seeking an experienced Mechanic Assistant to perform skilled mechanical work on a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. This position is responsible for diagnosing issues, completing repairs, and maintaining a preventative maintenance program for City vehicles and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical problems on City vehicles and equipment
• Perform skilled repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, steering components, and other systems
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules
• Order and acquire parts and materials for repairs
• Operate trucks up to 2½-ton capacity within yard or shop area
• Perform cleaning and detailing of equipment using power washers and other tools
• Document maintenance and repair activities accurately
• Follow all safety regulations and procedures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, kneel, crawl, twist, and raise arms for prolonged periods
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and work in confined spaces
• Must be able to lift, carry, and push/pull up to 100 lbs
• Frequent use of hand tools, air tools, power tools, and small parts
• Ability to climb on and under vehicles for inspection and service
• Exposure to inclement weather, dust, grease, fumes, and loud noise
• Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong mechanical knowledge of engines, transmissions, and vehicle systems
• Experience with diagnostic tools and mechanical servicing techniques preferred
• Knowledge of current vehicle models and servicing methods
• Must have and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and clean driving record

Conditions of Employment

• Pass a criminal history check, background investigation, work fitness physical, and drug screen
• Maintain a valid Texas driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance equal to 1X the employee’s annual base salary up to $100,000 and Supplemental Death Benefit equal to 1X the annual base salary, reduced to $7,500 after retirement through the retirement system (TMRS)
• Optional additional insurance policies
• Retirement through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7% employee contribution and a 2:1 City match
• Optional tax deferred supplemental 457B plan
• Sick leave accrual at a rate of one workday for each month employed
• Vacation leave accrual at rates dependent upon years of service
• One day each fiscal year for personal leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Longevity pay equal to $6.00/month times length of service with the City of Corsicana
• Wellness pay
• Bereavement Leave

Pay

$19.126/hr.