Heavy Shop Mechanic

City of Garland

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Fleet Services Until 9/8/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 10, 2026 Last posted July 10, 2026
Job description

Summary

Responsible for repairing and maintaining the operation of all City trucks and Heavy Duty equipment. May also be required to repair small engine equipment, electric and gas carts, fork lifts, tractors, riding mowers, trailers, blowers and many other items

Pay Range: $20.72 - $23.30 (Depending on experience and qualifications)

Work Schedule & Uniforms

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer the following work schedule options:

  • 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday – Friday)

  • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Monday – Friday)

We've Got You Covered!

We provide all necessary uniforms and protective gear to ensure you’re comfortable and safe on the job, including:

  • Steel-toe boots (annually, up to a $200 value)

  • Winter gear – Coveralls, hats, beanies, and sweatshirts

  • Summer wear – T-shirts for warm weather

Join our team and enjoy a supportive work environment with the right gear to get the job done!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Perform preventative maintenance on city trucks and Heavy Duty equipment as well as any number of city owned equipment and assets

  • Diagnose and repair city trucks and Heavy Duty equipment and smaller equipment

  • Order necessary parts as needed.

  • Maintain a clean and orderly Fleet Shop.

  • Complete work labor and task information.

  • Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and twenty-four/seven (24/7) emergency call-out.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

  • 2 years related experience

  • Must own basic hand and air tools

  • Ability to lift over 50lbs

  • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

  • 6 months to 1 year advanced training in Diesel mechanics

  • 2-4 years experience in automotive shop repair and diagnosis

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • General knowledge of truck and or small engine and equipment repair and diagnostics

  • General knowledge of Fleet software processes

  • Skill in utilizing Cummins software

  • Skill in performing preventative maintenance on Diesel trucks and Heavy Duty equipment

Licenses and Certifications

  • Must obtain 1 Truck ASE Certification within one year of hire

  • Valid Class A or B Commercial Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

Working Conditions & Hazards:

  • Subject to kneeling, stooping, crawling, extended standing, lying on a creeper, and other strains on the body.

  • Often works in a non-climate controlled environment exposed to noise, petroleum distillates, dust, and dirt.

  • May be exposed to hazards such as chemicals, electricity as well as physical danger associated with automotive repair.

  • Works in shop area or in the field.

  • Exposed to temperature extremes, all weather conditions, noise, fumes from vehicles, dirt, and grease.

  • Stands and lies on hard surfaces or in muddy areas in the field.

  • Subject to lifting and handling of heavy components and parts.

  • Walks, lifts, climbs, pushes, pulls, bends, and stoops.

  • Must work safely to avoid injury while using tools and repairing vehicles.

About this role

Summary

Repair, diagnose, and maintain city trucks and heavy equipment; perform preventative maintenance.

Job title

Heavy Shop Mechanic

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

public sector

Location requirements

Fleet services in Texas; on-site work required.

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

hand toolsair toolsdiagnosticspreventative maintenance

Preferred skills

fleet softwarecummins softwarediesel mechanics training

Specializations

diesel enginesheavy equipmentdiagnosticspreventative maintenance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site