Automotive/Diesel Mechanic - Norfolk - Tools Provided!

State of Nebraska • Norfolk, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring an Automotive/Diesel Mechanic to help maintain equipment that supports transportation throughout Nebraska. The role involves diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing heavy-duty trucks, road construction and maintenance equipment, medium and lightweight vehicles, and other motorized equipment. Equipment may include multiple computerized systems and sensors. The position also includes welding and fabrication, calibrating equipment systems, inspecting and preparing new equipment, and repairing mechanical, electrical, computer, and hydraulic components.

The listed pay rate is $23.268 per hour. Employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions receive additional hourly pay differentials after one, three, and five years of continuous service. The department provides tools and offers an in-house CDL training program; the cost of obtaining the permit is covered by the department. The employee must be able to report outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies.

Requirements

• Practical work experience performing automotive/diesel maintenance and repair, including use of computerized diagnostic instruments and equipment; OR post-high-school vocational or technical coursework in automotive/diesel mechanics that includes computerized diagnostic equipment and automotive/diesel maintenance and repair practices, equipment, and technologies.
• Ability to work and communicate with a team and work with minimal supervision.
• Safety-oriented, self-motivated, high-integrity, and trainable approach to work.
• Ability and willingness to learn, accept challenges, and adjust to new technology and processes.
• Quality- and results-oriented sense of urgency in performing duties.
• Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors.
• Ability to interact positively and treat coworkers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make sound decisions using judgment, processes, and purpose.
• Ability to report to work outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Automotive Diesel Mechanics.
• Experience repairing trucks or heavy equipment.
• Experience in welding and fabrication.
• Basic computer experience.
• Possess or be able to obtain a Class A CDL within 90 days of hire through the department's in-house CDL training program. The department covers the cost of obtaining the permit.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair multiple makes and models of heavy-duty trucks, road construction and maintenance equipment, medium and lightweight vehicles, and other motorized equipment.
• Fabricate and repair equipment and parts using various welders, materials, and methods to adapt incompatible parts, replace unavailable parts, secure attachments, and repair damage.
• Calibrate systems on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment that distribute materials according to road and weather conditions.
• Inspect new equipment to ensure it meets specifications and set it up to be road-ready.
• Evaluate equipment to identify adjustments needed to accommodate auxiliary attachments, equipment, and operating systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical, electrical, computer, and hydraulic system components to restore equipment to safe, operational condition.
• Maintain hydraulic systems; install and monitor electrical systems; and repair steering, suspension, brake, drivetrain, and fuel systems.
• Repair, overhaul, or replace diesel and/or gasoline engines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Report to work outside scheduled hours for snow and other highway emergencies.

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately.
• Work-life balance culture.
• Military leave.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges.
• Eligibility for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
• Health insurance plans that are 79% employer-paid.
• Dental insurance plans.
• Vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Training and development based on career aspirations.
• Job security and stability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Friendly and supportive work environment with inviting teammates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed