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Between $19.00 and

$20.50

Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Hidalgo County $12.43 - $24.37 Per hour Motor Vehicle Technician II

LOWER

RIO GRANDE VALLEY

Occupation:

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Location:

Weslaco, TX - 78596

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

09/01/2026

Positions available: 2

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/04/2026

Expires:

10/01/2026

Job #: 17063265

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent DL

Required Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Public Transit

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HARLINGEN/WESLACO, TX

(2)

FULL-TIME

(NON-EXEMPT) $19.00 - $20.50 HOURLY Performs routine (journey-level) motor vehicle maintenance and repair work. Work involves repairing or replacing worn or broken parts; performing preventive maintenance activities; and servicing motor vehicle equipment and related gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel engine-powered equipment. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Exchanges, rebuilds, and overhauls motors, transmissions, carburetors, and other motor vehicle components and systems. Must be flexible to work evening and weekend hours as required. Performs vehicle cleaning both interior and exterior. Documents repairs and routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Performs work in emergency situations as required. Coordinates and performs wrecker service to pick-up wrecked or disabled vehicles. Checks and repairs electrical and cooling systems. Performs oil and filter changes, transmission service, brake and suspension repair, tire installation and repair, wheel alignments, air conditioning diagnosis and repair, state vehicle inspections, and other scheduled maintenance. Performs minor engine tune-ups and makes required adjustments on motor vehicles motors and engines. Performs motor vehicle body repair work and touch-up painting. Performs safety and emissions inspections. Tests motors and engines for satisfactory performance. Installs after-market accessories and equipment. Maintains records of work performed and parts used. Uses on-board or hand-held electronic diagnostic equipment and other specialized tools and equipment to isolate and adjust malfunctions. Assists in performing inventories of parts and equipment. May tear down inboard and outboard gasoline boat motors or marine diesel engines; inspect, repair, or replace defective parts; and reassemble the motors. May maintain and repair heavy construction equipment. Performs other such related duties as may be assigned. Experience in motor vehicle maintenance and repair work. Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent, supplemented by technical courses in motor vehicle maintenance and repair, is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance, of repair techniques, and of safety practices and principles. Skill in the use of tools and equipment. Ability to follow instructions, to make repairs, and to use tools and equipment. The ability to communicate in English and Spanish is preferred. Registration, Certification, or Licensure Requires a certification from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence or ability to obtain within the first year of employment. Texas Motor Vehicle Safety Inspector license and Texas Certified Tow Operator preferred. Requires a valid Texas Commercial drivers license or ability to obtain within the first year of employment. This position is classified as a safety sensitive position in accordance with FTAs rules and regulations.