City of Albuquerque, NM
Salary : $50,273.60 - $52,395.20 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2501227
Department: Transit
Division: TR-ABQ Ride Inspect and Maint
Opening Date: 05/27/2025
Closing Date: 8/15/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: BL
Position Summary
Perform complex and difficult maintenance and repair work of mechanical engines and equipment including internal combustion equipment and diesel systems; perform diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and electronic computer-controlled systems and maintain and repair a variety of equipment as assigned.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
High school diploma or GED supplemented by two (2) years technical training in automotive maintenance and mechanical repair; and
Three (3) years of experience in minor and major automotive maintenance and mechanical repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Possession of valid ASE Certifications preferred.
Brake repair experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B with a Passenger (P) endorsement within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of an AC recovery and CNG fuel within six (6) months from date of hire.
Preferred Knowledge
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays? Check
Paid parental leave? Check
Paid birthdays off? Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.
01
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
02
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
03
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
04
Do you possess brake repair experience?
05
Do you possess a valid ASE Certification?
Required Question
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2501227
Department: Transit
Division: TR-ABQ Ride Inspect and Maint
Opening Date: 05/27/2025
Closing Date: 8/15/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: BL
Position Summary
Perform complex and difficult maintenance and repair work of mechanical engines and equipment including internal combustion equipment and diesel systems; perform diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and electronic computer-controlled systems and maintain and repair a variety of equipment as assigned.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
High school diploma or GED supplemented by two (2) years technical training in automotive maintenance and mechanical repair; and
Three (3) years of experience in minor and major automotive maintenance and mechanical repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Possession of valid ASE Certifications preferred.
Brake repair experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B with a Passenger (P) endorsement within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of an AC recovery and CNG fuel within six (6) months from date of hire.
Preferred Knowledge
- Methods and techniques of mechanical inspection, maintenance and repair of internal combustion and diesel engines
- Operational characteristics of automotive and heavy equipment
- Operational characteristics of electronic fuel and computer-controlled systems
- Operational characteristics of electrical and hydraulic systems
- Methods, equipment and materials used in the overhaul, repair and maintenance of automobiles, buses and heavy equipment
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
- Perform the most complex and difficult mechanical maintenance and repair work
- Operate a variety of automotive and mechanical repair equipment and machines relative to assigned area of responsibility
- Diagnose problems and repair automotive, hydraulic, fire apparatus and/or other mechanical equipment
- Perform minor adjustments to gas and diesel engines
- Perform major and minor tune-ups
- Perform the most complex diagnostic and repair services
- Repair electronic components
- Work independently in the absence of supervision
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Communicate clearly and concisely
- Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays? Check
Paid parental leave? Check
Paid birthdays off? Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.
01
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
- No High School Diploma
- High School Diploma or GED
- Non/degree accredited- Some College
- Associates
- Bachelors
- Masters
- Juris Doctorate
- Doctorate
02
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
- No experience
- 1 to less than 6 months
- 6 to less than 12 months
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 7 years
- 7 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years to less than 9 years
- 9 years to less than 10 years
- 10 years to less than 11 years
- 11 years to less than 12 years
- 12 years to less than 13 years
- 13 or more years
03
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you possess brake repair experience?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess a valid ASE Certification?
- Yes
- No
Required Question