Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:

esponsible for maintaining and repairing electronic equipment in County vehicles. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

• Diagnoses and repairs electrical equipment such as radios, sirens, light bars, radar, etc.
• Designs, fabricates and installs equipment for vehicles.
• Services county vehicles when needed and performs preventative maintenance.
• Maintains a record of work performed on equipment and vehicles; prepares reports for department.
• Installs and welds new and used parts and accessories.
• Coordinates equipment orders with department liaison to ensure timely project completion.
• Orders parts and supplies as needed for projects.
• Plans and schedules work of other employees; assists other employees with their duties. 
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

• High School Diploma/GED;
• Two years technical school and/or specialized training in electronics and welding.
• Five years job related experience.
• Strong knowledge of automotive diagnosis and repair.
• State Inspection certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

SALARY RANGE: $19.71 - $24.63 hourly based on qualifications

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE: October 1, 2023
CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.