"Auto Mechanic"

Job Details

Location: San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Auto Mechanic

Posting Number: 2026228

Location: San Marcos

Department: Transportation & Fleet Services

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $3,173-$3,250

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of: State laws regarding vehicle inspections; shop equipment safety; vehicle repair procedures; and basic math.
• Skill in: Interacting courteously with others.
• Ability to: Understand written instructions; read and interpret technical manuals; communicate effectively; and use basic auto mechanic tools and shop equipment.
• Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with automotive mechanic tools and diagnostic equipment
• Experience tracking maintenance work using a computer program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical/Vocational training (ASE certifications)
• Golf Cart/Utilities Vehicle diagnosis and repair
• Associate’s degree in automotive related field

Job Description:

The Auto Mechanic is responsible for basic vehicle maintenance and repair of the fleet as needed or required.

Job Duties:

• Provides automotive diagnostics, repair, and routine maintenance.
• Handles work-order documentation, parts requisitioning, and inventory duties.
• Controls the maintenance, repair, replacement, and installation of various automotive components.
• Performs skilled work such as engine performance diagnosis, repair, and tune-ups; vehicle preventive maintenance servicing; and various other repairs and maintenance of all University vehicles and equipment.
• Performs vehicle state inspections.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Must obtain a State of Texas Vehicle Safety Inspector License within 120 days from date of hire.

Job Open Date: 12/22/2025

Job Close Date: 01/09/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:
Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55484

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55484 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.