Fleet Mechanic III

About the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis

There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners along with an elected county judge serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court the administrative head of the countys government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.

With approximately 1.17 million residents Harris County Precinct One is a diverse urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct Ones multi-racial multi-ethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American 38 percent Latino 21 percent Anglo 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other or multiple races. Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precincts territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex Toyota Center Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College Rice University Texas Southern University the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks 10 community centers numerous hike-and-bike trails three maintenance service centers and several area offices all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis Office Mission Precinct One:

Commissioner Rodney Ellis Office is committed to becoming a national model for delivering responsive public service that utilizes inclusive innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. Key Areas of focus for our organization include but are not limited to:

• Advancing more effective fair and equitable criminal justice system.

• Furthering economic justice equity and opportunity for all Harris County residents especially those often and historically left behind by government programs.

• Ensuring equitable outcomes in health and access to quality affordable healthcare

• Fighting for environmental and climate justice that keeps all communities safe and healthy.

• Equitably investing in developing and maintaining resilient infrastructure and transportation for the 21st century

• Building and defending voting rights and a democracy that ensures equitable representation.

• Progressing equity and social and racial justice as common threads through all areas of public policy and public service.

Job Summary:

The Fleet Mechanic performs skilled mechanical work in the inspection maintenance and repair of county vehicles and equipment including light-duty heavy-duty emergency and specialized units. This role ensures that all fleet assets operate safely efficiently and in compliance with county policies and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues conducting preventive maintenance completing repairs maintaining accurate service records and supporting day-to-day operational readiness. The Fleet Mechanic works closely with fleet management equipment operators and vendors to minimize downtime improve asset performance and extend the life cycle of county-owned vehicles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on county-owned vehicles and equipment including light- medium- and heavy-duty units

• Ensure all repairs and maintenance comply with county policies manufacturer specifications and applicable safety and environmental regulations

• Respond to field service calls and perform roadside repairs as needed to minimize downtime

• Maintain a clean safe and organized work area; properly handle tools equipment and hazardous materials

• Maintain accurate records of all repairs parts used labor hours and completed services in the fleet management system

• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule and responds to field service requests as required.

• Other Duties Assigned

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Seven (7) years of relevant experience

Certificates/Licensures:

• Automotive trade school certificate or equivalent in experience

• Valid Texas State Commercial Drivers License

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Methods techniques and best practices for diagnosing maintaining and repairing gasoline diesel hybrid and alternative-fuel vehicles.

• Performing complex repairs efficiently and with a high degree of workmanship.

• Reading and interpreting technical manuals schematics diagrams service bulletins and diagnostic codes.

• Operating specialized equipment such as lifts scanners welders and power tools.

• Prioritizing tasks managing time effectively and completing work with minimal supervision.

• Communicating clearly with supervisors operators and vendors regarding repair needs and equipment status.

• Maintaining detailed and accurate service records within a fleet management database.

• Working safely in a shop environment and adhering to established safety protocols

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

• Completion of a formal automotive or diesel technology training program from an accredited trade school technical college or community college is preferred.

• Knowledge of regulatory standards relevant to fleet operations (DOT OSHA state inspection requirements) preferred.

• Additional coursework or certifications in automotive technology diesel technology heavy equipment repair or related fields is highly desirable.

Locations:

• 7901 El Rio St. Houston TX 77054

• 5530 Miller Rd. 1 Houston TX 77049

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• The work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments including maintenance shops vehicle yards and field locations.

• The position involves regular exposure to loud noises fumes chemicals lubricants moving mechanical parts and varying weather conditions.

• Work may be performed on uneven surfaces around heavy equipment and in areas requiring adherence to strict safety protocols.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and provided.

• The role requires frequent standing walking bending kneeling crawling and working in awkward or confined positions.

• The employee must be able to lift carry push and pull tools parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with occasional lifting of heavier items using assistance or mechanical aids.

• The position requires climbing ladders entering and exiting vehicles and working underneath vehicles on lifts or creepers.

• Work may require responding to emergency repairs or field service calls sometimes outside normal business hours.

• Visual acuity is necessary to inspect parts read gauges and perform detailed mechanical tasks.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.