Heavy Equipment Mechanic- Dallas Fire (Civil Service)
Core
Performs mechanical repairs, maintenance, and diagnostics on gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, graders, etc.) to maintain operational readiness for city operations.
Role type
Journeyman Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Builds
Operational readiness of heavy equipment fleet for municipal services
Domain
Municipal services / Heavy equipment maintenance
Required skills
mechanical diagnostics, hydraulic system repair, welding, heavy equipment operation, electrical system troubleshooting, inventory management, crew training, state inspection compliance
Preferred skills
ASE certification, EPA Section 609 certification, CDL Class A/B
Technologies
welding equipment, power hoists, electronic testing equipment, hydraulic control units, transmission systems, brake systems
Responsibilities
Perform preventive maintenance and repair on heavy equipment; use welding to fabricate or repair parts; disassemble and rebuild engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems; drive heavy trucks to transport equipment to job sites; document labor and monitor parts inventory; train entry-level mechanics; perform state-mandated inspections
Seniority
Journeyman, hands-on IC