Transportation Mechanic

Salary: See Position Description

Location: Alvin College

Job Type: 01. Full-Time

Job Number: FY2526-160

Divison: Office of Administrative Services

Department: Physical Plant

Opening Date: 02/27/2026

Minimum Salary $37,123.24.

Salary offer commensurate with education and related experience.

The Transportation Mechanic performs skilled fleet maintenance and repair to ensure the safe, reliable operation of all college vehicles, mechanical systems, lawn care equipment, and custodial machinery. Diagnoses and resolves mechanical issues, conducts preventive maintenance, and collaborates with other trades to support efficient campus operations and minimize equipment downtime.

• The essential duties listed below are representative of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned based on the needs of the Physical Plant department and/or position.

APPLICATION STATUS
Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Ability to work irregular hours, overtime, and rotating standby duty, including weekends, holidays and emergency situations.
Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Services and maintains all college vehicles and equipment

• Provides recommendations on viability of equipment and replacement if necessary
• Responsible for general cleanliness of all college vehicles
• Performs all preventive maintenance on the emergency diesel generators
• Other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee regularly works around moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. Noise levels may be loud at times. Will be exposed to intense light, dust, dirt, air-conditioning, grease, dampness, electric shocks, hydrocarbon fumes, cleaning agents, lubricants and various other chemicals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina. Frequently lifts assets and equipment weighing fifty (50) or more pounds. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service buildings.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• One (1) year related work experience
  1. Or a combination of education and related work experience
  
  
• Must have valid driver’s license and automobile insurance at all times

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate from a trade school, junior college, or other similar institution in auto-mechanics
• Two (2) or more years work experience in auto mechanics
• Bilingual – English/Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must have the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain issues with the college’s vehicles and equipment
• Self-motivated with minimum supervision
• Ability to work irregular hours, overtime, and rotating standby duty, including weekends, holidays and emergency situations.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other technicians and campus departments in a safety-sensitive environment where coordinated efforts are essential.
• Ability to travel locally as needed on behalf of the College to support Physical Plant service activities and/or deliveries.

Benefits

Welcome to Alvin, Texas! Located twenty five miles southeast of Houston in northeast Brazoria County, on land originally granted to the Houston Tap and Brazoria Railroad, Alvin is home to 28,377 residents and has much to offer our citizens and visitors alike.

The College
Alvin College is a public community college in Brazoria County, Texas. We provide educational opportunities in workforce training, academics, technical fields, adult basic education, and personal development.

Alvin College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees and certificates.

Vision Statement

“Alvin Community College envisions a college that inspires lifelong learning, cultivates innovation, and serves as a vital partner in strengthening the economic and cultural vitality of our region-empowering students and communities to thrive in a rapidly changing world.”

Mission Statement

“Alvin College improves lives by offering affordable, accessible, innovative, high-quality academic, career and technical education to meet the needs of students, workforce and the community.”

Benefits
Alvin College provides comprehensive, competitive, and affordable benefit programs to meet the needs of our employees. The College offers a variety of health insurances, retirement, optional retirement plans, generous paid leave and holidays, wellness leave, an employee assistance program, and more. For most plans there is a 60 day waiting period for enrollment. Feel free to reach out to Human Resources at hr@alvincolleg.edu if you have questions.

Please view our Benefits Page for more information and eligibility requirements.