Equipment Technician II (Lube Tech)

Salary : $18.01 Hourly

Location : Beaumont, TX

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 5629

Department : Finance Department

Division : Fleet Management

Opening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions : Serves as skilled mechanic in the basic repair of electrical and hydraulic circuits; preventative maintenance and minor repair of a variety of gasoline and diesel powered heavy truck and construction equipment; performs complete brake overhauls on heavy trucks; uses various types of tools and testing equipment; maintains record of time and parts used; may make road calls; may perform welding duties.

Other Job Functions : Welding, fabricating, hydraulic cylinder and A / C repair. Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Working Conditions

THIS POSITION WILL WORK : MONDAY - THURSDAY, 2 : 30 PM - 11 : 00 PM and FRIDAY, 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30 PM

Works inside and outside in all types of weather; is exposed to drafts, cold and hot temperature, noise, fumes, vehicle fluids, as well as mechanical, electrical, explosive, fume / odor and chemical hazards; subject to 24 hour call-out; must be available to work day or evening shifts.

Minimum Essential Qualifications

Knowledge : Extensive knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the maintenance and repair of heavy truck and construction equipment; knowledge of shop safety procedures.

Skills / Abilities : Ability to use basic troubleshooting equipment; ability to perform minor repairs or replace all parts associated with gasoline and diesel equipment including engine, chassis, electrical and hydraulics; ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematic; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to read and interpret basic technical manuals; ability to supervise subordinate mechanics; ability to make basic independent decisions and to complete assigned tasks with little supervision; ability to operate shop equipment such as hydraulic jacks, overhead cranes, winches and forklifts; ability to make yearly progress toward ASE Master Technician rating; ability to operate large trucks and construction equipment.

Physical Requirements : Constantly hears and sees; frequently stands, bends, writes by hand, operates a fax machine, answers telephone, climbs, crouches, drives, reaches, stoops, cleans, carries, lifts, pulls, and drags objects weighing up to 100 lbs.; uses measuring equipment, physical dexterity; requires stamina.

Education / Experience : Graduation from high school or equivalent; minimum two (2) years experience in repair of heavy duty truck and construction equipment; training in automotive and heavy equipment repair and experience in electrical troubleshooting preferred.

Other

THIS POSITION WILL WORK : MONDAY - THURSDAY, 2 : 30 PM - 11 : 00 PM and FRIDAY, 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30 PM

Must meet tool box requirements. Must possess a valid Class C driver's License with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Class A / CDL preferred, ASE certification in all service areas for heavy duty trucks desirable. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug / alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.

The City may consider all related education and / or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.

All Full-Time Civilian employees have the option to receive medical, prescription, and dental insurance.

Did you receive a high school diploma or an equivalent?

Do you possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record or another state valid driver's license equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record? Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license.

Do you have a minimum two (2) years experience in repair of heavy-duty truck and construction equipment?

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