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Mechanic III or IV

Pueblo County

Pueblo, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$23.37–$35.06 Per Hour
SKILLS
ASE, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Child Protection/Welfare, Diesel Engine, Driver's License, Electricity, Emergency Response, Emergency Services, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fast Food, Fitness, Fleet Management, Flexible Spending Accounts, Forklift, Government, HVAC, Health Insurance, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Job Requisition Posting, Leadership, Maintenance Services, On Site Support, Record Keeping, Retirement Plan, Safety Equipment, Social Work, Staff Requirements, Telephone Skills, Training/Teaching, Two Way Radio, Vehicle Fleets, Vision Plan, Welding
LOCATION
Pueblo, CO
POSTED
4 days ago
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Pueblo, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 02837
Department: Fleet/Equipment Management
Opening Date: 05/18/2026
Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: PW/FAC/FLT

POSITION SUMMARY

Mechanic III:Salary Range $23.37- $35.06/Hourly
Under limited supervision, performs a variety of unskilled and skilled maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and equipment installation on County vehicles and equipment.

Mechanic IV:Salary Range $25.71- $38.56/Hourly
Underlimited supervision, performs lead duties over Mechanic staff in the Fleet Department. Performs a variety of highly skilled maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and equipment installation on County vehicles and equipment. May fill in for supervisor in their absence.

****THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS****
LOCATION: 701 W 4th St, Pueblo, CO 81003
WHAT YOU WILL DO

Mechanic III:
  • Performs maintenance and repair for all types of vehicles and equipment, including engine repairs and major overhauls and installation of radio and other safety equipment.
  • Diagnoses equipment and determines costs.
  • Repairs vehicles and equipment. Works on all aspects of vehicle repair from engines and major overhauls to brakes, steering, electrical, suspension, HVAC systems, tires, etc.
  • Installs two-way radio equipment for all County vehicles.
  • Checks and installs other safety equipment, striping and lighting.
  • Conducts safety inspections.
  • Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.
  • Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.
  • Transports vehicles for estimates and outside repairs.
  • Maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.
  • Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.
  • Answers phone and radio calls.
  • Orders and picks up parts.
  • Provides instruction on equipment operation.
  • Makes welding repairs.
  • Performs on-site service and emergency calls.
  • Fills in for other staff as necessary and/or required.
Mechanic IV:
  • Performs maintenance and repair for all types of vehicles and equipment, including engine repairs and major overhauls, and installation of radio and other safety equipment.
  • Diagnoses equipment and determines costs.
  • Repairs vehicles and equipment. Works on all aspects of vehicle repair from engines and major overhauls to brakes, steering, electrical, suspension, HVAC systems, tires, etc.
  • Installs two-way radio equipment for all County vehicles.
  • Checks and installs other safety equipment, striping, and lighting.
  • Conducts safety inspections.
  • Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.
  • Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.
  • Transports vehicles for estimates and outside repairs.
  • Maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.
  • Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.
  • Answers phone and radio calls.
  • Orders and picks up parts.
  • Provides lead instruction on equipment operation.
  • Makes welding repairs.
  • Performs on-site service and emergency calls.
  • Fills in for other staff as necessary and/or required.
WHAT YOU HAVE

Mechanic III:
EDUCATION:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalency preferred
EXPERIENCE:
  • Three (3) years or more experience performing vehicle maintenance and repair required
LICENSE/CERTIFICATE:
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license upon hire required
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, Forklift Operator Certification within 120 days of hirerequired
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain ASE Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certificationpreferred
  • Possession of, one to three (1-3) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Automotive required at hire in: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance, and/or Light Vehicle Diesel Engines.
  • Automotive Service Excellence Master in Automotive Certification preferred

Mechanic IV:
EDUCATION:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalencypreferred
EXPERIENCE:
  • Five (5) years or more of progressively responsible experience performing vehicle maintenance and repair required
LICENSE/CERTIFICATE:
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license upon hire required
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, Forklift Operator Certification within 120 days of hire required
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain ASE Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certificationrequired at hire
  • Possession of four (4) or more current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Automotive required at hire in: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance, and/or Light Vehicle Diesel Engines.
  • Automotive Service Excellence Master in Automotive Certificationpreferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, BOTH LEVELS:
  • NOTE: Similar or related Manufacturer Certification(s) will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certifications
  • NOTE:For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience including supervisory experience.
  • Must successfully pass background check required
  • Must be able to pass post job offer physical screening required
  • Must maintain License and Certifications current required
WHAT PUEBLO COUNTY OFFERS
• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY

2026 PAID HOLIDAYS
  • New Year's Day - January 1st
  • Day after New Year's Day - January 2nd
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - January 19th
  • Memorial Day - May 25th
  • Employee Appreciation Day - June 3rd
  • Juneteenth Day - June 19th
  • Independence Day (observed) - July 3rd
  • Day before Labor Day - September 4th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
  • Labor Day -September 7th
  • Francis Xavier Cabrini Day - October 5th
  • Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day - October 12th
  • Veteran's Day - November 11th
  • Day before Thanksgiving - November 25th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
  • * Thanksgiving Day - November 26th
  • * Day after Thanksgiving -November 27th
  • * Christmas Eve Day - December 24th
  • * Christmas Day - December 25th
  • Day before New Year's Day - December 31st (Early Release at 12:00pm)
  • One Personal Day (County employees will have one paid personal day off in 2026. This paid day off is to be chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Official or Department Director.)

* = Regular Part-Time Employees who are scheduled to work on a 2026 Holiday will receive Holiday Pay for two (2) of the Holidays of their choice (marked with the single asterisk * above) as approved by their Elected Official or Department Director
  • When a holiday falls on a Saturday, Friday will be celebrated as the County holiday
  • When a holiday falls on a Sunday, Monday will be celebrated as the County holiday
  • Early releases are at the discretion of the Elected Official or Department Director and may vary based on the operational needs of their offices/departments.
  • All time off work taken by County employees for the days designated as Early Release shall be considered holiday time off for purposes "worked time" in determining Overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
  • If an employee is absent the day preceding or following the holiday without prior approval, the employee will not be paid for the holiday
  • The following time off types will not contribute to the daily or weekly overtime calculation: Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, and Unpaid Early Release Days.
  • Any employee that is required to work by their supervisor on a designated Unpaid Day Off,
    a designated Unpaid Personal Day or during a designated Unpaid Early Release period shall be paid for work required and performed during such days and periods.
  • No employee may work during an Unpaid Day Off, an Unpaid Personal Day, or during an Unpaid Early Release period without the express authorization of their supervisor. This Resolution contemplates and authorizes supervisors to direct work during Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, or Unpaid Early Release Periods for community safety and County government essential activities such as snow removal, social worker visits for child welfare and other family emergencies, response to emergency calls by facilities and fleet employees, and required court appearances by County employees.
  • For weeks in which an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release takes place, County Exempt employees are designated as Non-Exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Those employees so designated will be required to clock in and out of work via email to their Director for all days worked during weeks that include an Unpaid Day Off.
  • No employees shall be permitted to work over 40 hours during a week that includes an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release without the express written authorization of their Director or Elected Official.
*** The above 2026 Holiday Schedule Resolution was originally approved by the Board of County Commissioners on December 15th, 2025 and then revised on February 12th, 2026 & March 12th, 2026***

DEPARTMENTS SCHEDULED TO WORK ON HOLIDAYS
Due to operational requirements, some employees will be required to work on holidays. The employee must take the holiday by the end of the month following the holiday at a date approved by their Elected Official or Department Director

SICK LEAVE
Regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 960 hours.

VACATION LEAVE
  • Upon initial date of hire: earn eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 144 hours.
  • After 5 years: earn twelve (12) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 216 hours.
  • Ater 10 years: earn sixteen (16) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 288 hours.
RETIREMENT
All Regular Full-Time employees and Elected Officials are required to participate in the County Retirement Plan upon completion of one (1) month of continuous employment. A pre-tax deduction of 8.25% will be deducted from the employee's monthly pay.

EMPLOYER MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION
Pueblo County's contribution toward the purchase of your benefit options on a tiered approach and based on which medical plan you elect.

If Benefit Selections:
  • Are greater than the employer contribution dollar amount, the difference is deducted from paycheck
  • Are equal to the employer contribution dollar amount, there is no effect on pay
  • Are less the employer contribution dollar amount, additional pay or cash back is not optional
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MEDICAL INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)
Medical, Dental, & Vision Rates are for the 2026 Plan Year (effective January 1st, 2026)

HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLANEmployee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $823.00 $1,543.00 $2,12900
Employer Contribution $852.00 $1,428.00 $1,938.00
Employee Contribution $-29.00 $115.00 $191.00
PPO
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $889.00 $1,713.00 $2,351.00
Employer Contribution $860.00 $1,453.00 $1,969.00
Employee Contribution $29.00 $260.00 $382.00

HMO/DedEmployee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $999.00 $1,926.00 $2,661.00
Employer Contribution $876.00 $1,484.00 $2,014.00
Employee Contribution $123.00 $442.00 $647.00

LOW HMOEmployee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $1,038.00 $2,002.00 $2,768.00
Employer Contribution $881.00 $1,495.00 $2,030.00
Employee Contribution $157.00 $507.00 $738.00

DENTAL INSURANCE - AMERITAS (optional)

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $27.00 $60.00 $91.00
Employer Contribution $7.00 $17.00 $25.00
Employee Contribution $20.00 $43.00 $66.00

VISION INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $6.00 $12.00 $19.00
Employer Contribution $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Employee Contribution $6.00 $12.00 $19.00

Note: There is no Employer Contribution to Vision Insurance

LONG TERM DISABILITY - THE STANDARD (required)
Coverage pays 60% of your wages up to $4,800 with a 90-day waiting period.
Your monthly cost = (monthly pay)/100 x 0.410

BASIC LIFE AND AD&D BENEFIT (required)
Employees are required to purchase the basic option for $3.10, however, they may elect to purchase additional coverage.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (optional)
This benefit allows you to pay for certain expenses (medical and/or dependent care needs) with "pre-tax" dollars. You specify the dollar amount you would like deducted from your monthly paycheck (minimum of $25), then when you incur an eligible expense, you pay it. Then you submit a claim form and original receipt for reimbursement.

Note: According to IRS rules, any funds left in your FSA account(s) at the end of the year cannot be returned to you. They are considered "use or lose" funds.

ADDITIONAL INSURANCES/BENEFITS (optional)
  • Optional Life Insurance
  • Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance
  • Other Self-Funded Retirement Plans
*** These are post-tax benefits. ***

For hiring related questions, please contact WPC - Workplace Policy & Compliance; HR Staffing at:
hrstaffing@pueblocounty.us
For benefits related questions, please contact TPS - Talent & People Services; HR Benefits at:
hrbenefits@pueblocounty.us
01

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalency?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have the minimum three (3) years or more experience performing vehicle maintenance and repair?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have a valid Colorado driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No, willing to obtain

04

Do you have a Forklift Operator Certification?
  • Yes
  • No, willing to obtain

05

Do you have an ASE - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification?
  • Yes
  • No

06

Do you have an Automotive Service Excellence Master in Automotive Certification?
  • Yes
  • No

07

Do you have one to three current ASE Certifications (or similar Manufacturer Certifications) in Automotive?
  • Yes
  • No

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