Mechanic Foreman

Overview

The Mechanic Foreman will manage personnel and repairs in a Heavy Equipment and Light Equipment mechanic shop. The shops are composed of Service Writers and Mechanics who specialize in various Mechanical Equipment Fields. This role communicates with vendors and City Departments regarding work to be performed, research pricing for parts and outside repair costs. The Foreman will attend meetings with upper management and City departments on repairs status. This position reports directly to the General Foreman with all personnel and mechanical repair issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize staff to ensure proper operations, repairs and maintenance to vehicle and equipment

• Supervise maintenance repairs by establishing work priorities

• Communicate with City Department personnel concerning repairs to department fleet

• Make periodic inspections of all equipment repairs

• Provide operational and technical updates to the General Foreman

• Oversee diagnosis of vehicles and equipment, supervise adjustments made to specifications

• Ensure mechanical work is performed within manufacturer specifications and safety regulations

• Provide proper training and direction while managing assigned staff to achieve the city's goal

• Oversee maintenance records of all equipment

• Develop maintenance requirements and schedules for equipment

• Monitor purchases of parts, tools and materials used for mechanical repairs

• Coordinate with Service Writers to obtain bids and quotes for vendor labor and repairs

• Facilitate sending vehicles and equipment to external repair shops

• Monitor and control external repair costs to ensure they remain within the approved budget

• Develop fair and equitable performance standards for subordinates and evaluate work performance

• Make selections for subordinate positions

• Notify General Foreman of any disciplinary actions required

• Inspect safety of shop and oversee implementation of safety or job sites

• Approve and monitor all actions required to ensure compliance with all Manufacturer specifications

• Maintain all professional and technical knowledge and skills required to keep the repairs shop productive

• Verify all mechanical licenses and certifications are current

• Other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

• Must be available to work additional hours as needed

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Five (5) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring

Within one (1) year of Employment

• Class A commercial Driver's License with X Hazmat Endorsement

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• FBI Background Check: No

• Police Background Check: No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: April 30, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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