Sandoval County, NM
Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic
Sandoval County, NM, Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States, 87144
Salary :
$43,721.60 - $50,273.60 Annually Location :
Rio Rancho, NM Job Type:
Classified Full Time Job Number:
2025-00088 Division:
Public Works Opening Date:
07/31/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
General Purpose Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled maintenance and repair activities on gasoline and diesel powered automotive, heavy and light construction equipment, and other power equipment; performs other related duties as assigned/directed.
A job description is intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job. Job descriptions are not intended to list all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED Certificate from an accredited institution and one (1) year of experience as a skilled mechanic in the diagnosis, maintenance and repair of gasoline/diesel powered vehicles and/or heavy equipment that includes routine and specialized work which could include working on fire, EMS, and other light/medium duty trucks, and heavy road/construction equipment. Required Licenses or Certifications:
Valid New Mexico Driver's License Other Requirements
Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening Ability to maintain required driver's license based on assignment This is a safety- sensitive position subject to random drug testing in accordance with County policy Article XIII Drug and Alcohol Policy and Testing-Drug Free Workplace of the Sandoval County Personnel Rules and Regulation. Essential Job Functions
Performs equipment inspections, conducts diagnostics, identifies mechanical difficulties, and performs preventative maintenance and repair work on gas and diesel equipment in assigned area; performs on-site service calls as needed; test drives vehicles and equipment; and transports equipment into shop if needed in order to make repairs. Performs servicing functions to include oil changes, greasing, lubrication; repair, replacement and balancing of tires on County vehicles, road equipment and heavy equipment. Replaces or repairs faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms and related parts. Overhauls, repairs, and adjust engines, transmissions, differentials and clutches; tunes up engines, replaced ignition parts, cleans and adjusts carburetors; diagnoses and repairs computerized control systems, ignition systems, power steering, and cooling systems. Prepares and replaces components such as generators, distributors, relays, lights and switches; repairs, adjusts, and replaces brake systems including disc, hydraulic, air brakes, and machining/cutting rotors/drums; mount, dismount and balance tires; minor paint and body repair; steam clean equipment, vehicles and tools. Welds, fabricates, and assembles parts and equipment for automotive and heavy equipment; assists with purchase and inventory of equipment maintenance parts and materials; maintains work, time, and material records. Enters related vehicle/equipment records via a personal computer and work management software; cleans and maintains supplies, tools, equipment, instruments, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Assists other mechanics in the performance of mechanical repairs as needed. Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.
Sandoval County offers benefits to full-time and part-time employees working 20 hours or more a week including: Health Care, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term disability insurance, Holiday pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Deferred Compensation Plan. Sandoval County non-union, non-safety positions are part of the Municipal Plan 2. Contributing 16.55% and employees contributing 3.65% to to the Public Employee Retirement Plan. (PERA) 01
Which of the following best describes your level of education in the related field for this position?
No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Ph.D./PsyD/Ed.D/M.D./D.O/Doctorate
02
Do you have one (1) year of experience as a skilled mechanic in the diagnosis, maintenance and repair of gasoline/diesel powered vehicles and/or heavy equipment that includes routine and specialized work which could include working on fire, EMS, and other light/medium duty trucks, and heavy road/construction equipment?
Yes No
03
Briefly describe when and where you obtained your experience stated above. 04
I understand that if I do not attach a copy of my High School Diploma/GED Certificate, Degree or transcripts from an accredited institution showing degree conferred/awarded that my application will not be considered.
I Understand
Required Question
$43,721.60 - $50,273.60 Annually Location :
Rio Rancho, NM Job Type:
Classified Full Time Job Number:
2025-00088 Division:
Public Works Opening Date:
07/31/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
General Purpose Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled maintenance and repair activities on gasoline and diesel powered automotive, heavy and light construction equipment, and other power equipment; performs other related duties as assigned/directed.
A job description is intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job. Job descriptions are not intended to list all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED Certificate from an accredited institution and one (1) year of experience as a skilled mechanic in the diagnosis, maintenance and repair of gasoline/diesel powered vehicles and/or heavy equipment that includes routine and specialized work which could include working on fire, EMS, and other light/medium duty trucks, and heavy road/construction equipment. Required Licenses or Certifications:
Valid New Mexico Driver's License Other Requirements
Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening Ability to maintain required driver's license based on assignment This is a safety- sensitive position subject to random drug testing in accordance with County policy Article XIII Drug and Alcohol Policy and Testing-Drug Free Workplace of the Sandoval County Personnel Rules and Regulation. Essential Job Functions
Performs equipment inspections, conducts diagnostics, identifies mechanical difficulties, and performs preventative maintenance and repair work on gas and diesel equipment in assigned area; performs on-site service calls as needed; test drives vehicles and equipment; and transports equipment into shop if needed in order to make repairs. Performs servicing functions to include oil changes, greasing, lubrication; repair, replacement and balancing of tires on County vehicles, road equipment and heavy equipment. Replaces or repairs faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms and related parts. Overhauls, repairs, and adjust engines, transmissions, differentials and clutches; tunes up engines, replaced ignition parts, cleans and adjusts carburetors; diagnoses and repairs computerized control systems, ignition systems, power steering, and cooling systems. Prepares and replaces components such as generators, distributors, relays, lights and switches; repairs, adjusts, and replaces brake systems including disc, hydraulic, air brakes, and machining/cutting rotors/drums; mount, dismount and balance tires; minor paint and body repair; steam clean equipment, vehicles and tools. Welds, fabricates, and assembles parts and equipment for automotive and heavy equipment; assists with purchase and inventory of equipment maintenance parts and materials; maintains work, time, and material records. Enters related vehicle/equipment records via a personal computer and work management software; cleans and maintains supplies, tools, equipment, instruments, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Assists other mechanics in the performance of mechanical repairs as needed. Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.
Sandoval County offers benefits to full-time and part-time employees working 20 hours or more a week including: Health Care, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term disability insurance, Holiday pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Deferred Compensation Plan. Sandoval County non-union, non-safety positions are part of the Municipal Plan 2. Contributing 16.55% and employees contributing 3.65% to to the Public Employee Retirement Plan. (PERA) 01
Which of the following best describes your level of education in the related field for this position?
No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Ph.D./PsyD/Ed.D/M.D./D.O/Doctorate
02
Do you have one (1) year of experience as a skilled mechanic in the diagnosis, maintenance and repair of gasoline/diesel powered vehicles and/or heavy equipment that includes routine and specialized work which could include working on fire, EMS, and other light/medium duty trucks, and heavy road/construction equipment?
Yes No
03
Briefly describe when and where you obtained your experience stated above. 04
I understand that if I do not attach a copy of my High School Diploma/GED Certificate, Degree or transcripts from an accredited institution showing degree conferred/awarded that my application will not be considered.
I Understand
Required Question