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County of El Paso, TX

SHERIFF'S OFFICE - FLEET MECHANIC

County of El Paso, TX, Texas City

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Salary : $45,016.50 Annually
Location : TX 79938, TX
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number:
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Sheriff's Office Administration
Opening Date: 09/05/2025
Closing Date: 9/12/ :59 PM Mountain
Minimum Qualifications
Acceptable Experience and Education
High school graduation, or its equivalent, and at least three (3) years of experience in automotive, diesel, or heavy equipment repair;
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certificates and Licenses Required
Must have or obtain by date of hire a Texas Class B commercial driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certificates in automotive repair preferred.
May require other certification in a specific trade as needed.
Subject to federal drug and local drug and alcohol testing regulations, which include pre-employment, post accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return to duty and follow-up testing.
Typical Duties
Essential Duties
Performs preventive and scheduled maintenance on vehicles and equipment, to include oil changes, battery checks, repairing and replacing tires and tubes, tire and lubrication checks; replaces oil and air filters; washes and cleans vehicles; repairs electrical and air conditioning systems;
Repairs drive trains, including engine overhauls, transmission rebuilds, and clutch replacement;
Repairs and maintains vehicle air conditioning units and cooling systems, including radiators, compressors, water pumps, thermostats, belts, etc.;
Troubleshoots and repairs vehicle ignition and electrical systems, including wiring, solenoid relays, alternators, etc;
Repairs and maintains braking systems, including master cylinders, rotors, brake pads, drums, etc;
Repairs and maintains vehicle fuel systems, including fuel pumps, fuel filters, fuel lines, fuel gages and fuel injectors;
Performs vehicle suspension repairs and tire balancing;
Tests vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation by using various test equipment and tools;
Overhauls, tears down, rebuilds, repairs and maintains gasoline engines; overhauls and repairs small gasoline engines;
Orders and picks up parts and supplies, as directed;
Repairs and maintains diesel engines and related equipment;
Performs field repairs on various vehicles and equipment;
Overhauls hydraulic and air brake systems; repairs engine cooling systems, transmissions, axles, electrical systems and HVAC systems;
Replaces and adjusts shock absorbers and suspension systems; makes necessary adjustments to gasoline and diesel components; road tests equipment as needed;
Cleans and maintains tools, diagnostic equipment, and garage;
Transports vehicles using towing units;
Fills out work orders;
Performs body work, welding, and fabrication work;
Maintains a safe work area and environment;
Substitutes, if assigned, during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations;
Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and
Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.
Other Important Duties *
Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.
Job Summary
The Fleet Mechanic, under direct supervision of the Fleet Mechanic Foreman, performs preventive and corrective maintenance on County's fleet, including performing engine rebuilds and repairs of hydraulic, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems, drive trains, body work, etc.
Additional Information
Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: mechanical process and techniques used in the inspection, repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel automotive equipment and construction machinery; engine repair and overhaul; safety procedures; HVAC systems; the construction, operation, and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy duty motorized equipment; hydraulic and electrical equipment; diagnostic equipment and software; various tools related to job performance. Skill/Ability to: read and understand automotive repair and installation manuals; operate diagnostic equipment; troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment with accuracy and speed; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and superiors; perform overhauls; use hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments related to job performance; apply proper and applicable safety practices, procedures, and regulations; diagnose problems and determine appropriate service or repair; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Pass a Criminal Background Investigation;
Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:
  • Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
  • Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
  • Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
  • Maintain strict confidentiality;
  • Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
  • Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence.

El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package (some benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following:
HOLIDAYS
16 holidays per year as recognized.
VACATION
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.
10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)
15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)
20 days (15 years of service or over)
SICK LEAVE
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.
MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES
Military Leave - 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service
Bereavement Leave - 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.
MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS
Plan Costs - Biweekly Rates
Effective January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
Medical
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
No Discounts

EE Only $5.34
EE & Spouse $145.30
EE & Children $101.93
EE & Family $238.07
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.24
EE & Spouse - $142.39
EE & Children - $99.89
EE & Family - $233.31
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.14
EE & Spouse - $139.49
EE & Children - $97.85
EE & Family - $228.55
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.04
EE & Spouse - $136.58
EE & Children - $95.81
EE & Family - $223.79
Core Plan
No Discounts
EE Only - $35.70
EE & Spouse - $226.41
EE & Children - $174.96
EE & Family - $358.61
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $34.98
EE & Spouse - $221.88
EE & Children - $171.46
EE & Family - $351.44
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $34.26
EE & Spouse - $217.35
EE & Children -$167.96
EE & Family - $344.27
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $33.56
EE & Spouse - $212.83
EE & Children - $164.46
EE & Family - $337.09
RETIREMENT
Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.
LIFE INSURANCE
Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY
The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.
RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.
SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM
The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT
Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP)
Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.
EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER
The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.
01
Do you have possession of a valid state of Texas Class B commercial driver's license or can obtain one by date of hire, and driving record in accordance with El Paso's County Vehicle use and Traffic Accident Policy? Must read policy before preceding to answer. Use and Traffic Accident.pdf
  • Yes
  • No

02
Are you a U.S. citizen?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Are you a current El Paso County Employee?
  • YES
  • NO

04
Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor offense in the last five years?
  • Yes
  • No

05
Have you been convicted of a felony offense in the last ten years?
  • Yes
  • No

06
Are you currently under indictment for a criminal offense?
  • YES
  • NO

07
Have you ever been convicted of ANY family violence offense?
  • YES
  • NO

08
Which of the following best describes your experience in automotive, diesel, and heavy equipment maintenance and repair?
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to less than 2 years
  • 2 to less than 3 years
  • 3 or more years

09
Which of the following best describes the highest level of education?
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree
  • None of the above

10
Do you possess Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certificates in automotive repair?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question