Motor Vehicle Technician III in Carlsbad, TX

Description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Motor Vehicle Technician III 
Job Title: Motor Vehicle Technician III 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Motor Pool 
Posting Number: 10476 
Closing Date: 11/21/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Installation, Repair, and Maintenance 
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-16 
Salary Range: $3,409.83 - $5,094.16 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location: San Angelo State Supported Living Center 
Job Location City: CARLSBAD 
Job Location Address: 11640 US HWY 87 N 
Other Locations:  
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Brief Job Description:

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. 

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

Performs complex (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. May provide guidance to others. Works under general supervision

with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. 

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

• Performs maintenance, diagnosis, repair, or replacement of defective components on motor
• vehicles.
• Performs safety and emissions inspections.
• Exchanges, rebuilds, and overhauls motors, transmissions, differentials, carburetors, and other
• motor vehicle components and systems.
• Distributes motor vehicle supplies.
• Inventories, parts and equipment.
• Maintains records on work performed and parts used.
• May maintain and repair heavy construction equipment.
• May provide guidance to others.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance and repair techniques, of safety practices and principles, of departmental policies and record-keeping procedures, and of electrical and computerized systems and emission control systems.
• Skill in locating and diagnosing defective mechanical problems. 

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must possess a valid Texas driver's license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver's license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

May require a certification from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence.

May require a Texas Motor Vehicle Safety Inspector license. 

Initial Screening Criteria:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation or GED or completion of an accredited vocational/technical program in automotive repair or a related field.

Five (5) years of related work experience in the repair and maintenance of motor vehicles. 

Additional Information:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).

All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to Random drug testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position.  The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.