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Automotive Mechanic
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Customs and Border Protection
- Department: Department of Homeland Security
- Location: Indio, California
- Salary: $33.93 – $39.53/hr
- Hiring Path: Fed Transition
- Number of Openings: 1
- Security Clearance: Not Required
- Date Posted: 2026-09-24
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-30
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Job Summary
Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, El Centro Sector, Indio Station, located in Indio, CA.
Key Responsibilities
This position is involved with troubleshooting, repairing, and overhauling major components and systems such as engines, transmissions, differentials and transaxles, electronic fuel injection systems, emission control systems, and related electrical, electronic, hydraulic, fuel, and other assemblies. This position starts at an hourly rate of $33.93 (WG-10, Step 1) to $39.53 (WG-10, Step 5).
Typical duties of this assignment include: Making independent judgements and determining the type and extent of repairs needed, and completing repairs with little or no checks during their progress or upon completion. Completing repairs and adjustments in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and ensuring vehicle systems function in accordance with safety regulations.
Troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, adjusting, and performing operational checks on a wide variety of major components and systems. Performing troubleshooting tests and techniques using a wide variety of test equipment, inspections, and auditory tests.
Requirements & Education
Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.
Contact
cbphiring-applicantinquiry@cbp.dhs.gov · 855-500-3722
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $33.93 – $39.53/hr.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-30.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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