Automotive/Diesel Mechanic - Lincoln - Tools Provided!

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring an Automotive/Diesel Mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair its vehicles and equipment. The position supports NDOT’s statewide transportation system by helping keep equipment safe and operational. The hiring rate is $23.268 per hour, with additional hourly pay differentials for employees who hold a CDL and regularly perform CDL functions: $1 after one year of continuous service, an additional $1 after three years, and another $1 after five years. The position involves preventive maintenance and repairs on gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, including computerized, electrical, hydraulic, transmission, and fuel systems. Work also includes welding and fabrication, field repairs, equipment inspection and testing, parts procurement, recordkeeping, and operating trucks or heavy equipment during new-equipment check-in. The role may also involve obtaining bids and ordering fuel. Work may take place in adverse weather and during traffic management or safety incidents, including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing. The employee must be available on call outside scheduled hours, including weekends and holidays, and respond to emergencies and special events. A Class A CDL with an O restriction and tanker endorsement must be obtained within 90 days of hire through NDOT’s in-house training program; the department pays the permit costs.

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 covering computerized diagnostics and maintenance and repair practices, equipment, and technologies.
Two years of practical experience in maintenance, repair, and service of diesel- and gas-powered equipment.
Practical experience or an associate degree in Automotive or Diesel Technology.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to diagnose, anticipate malfunctions, troubleshoot, and repair gas- and diesel-powered equipment using hand tools, diagnostic testing equipment, and verbal descriptions.
Ability to work with limited supervision and be self-motivated.
Ability to lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds, manually or with mechanical means.
Obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with an O restriction and tanker endorsement within 90 days of hire through the department’s in-house CDL training program.
Be available for on-call work and respond during non-scheduled hours, including weekends and holidays.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in diesel technology with five years of experience repairing vehicles and heavy equipment.
Welding and fabrication experience.
Working knowledge of welding and fabrication.

Responsibilities

Inspect and process new vehicles and equipment for acceptance by NDOT Fleet Management.
Perform preventive maintenance on NDOT vehicles and equipment.
Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment electrical and computerized systems, computerized fuel systems, and gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment.
Diagnose and repair transmissions, final drives, and hydraulic systems, and rewire electrical systems.
Perform minor and major repairs on vehicles and equipment, including field breakdown diagnostics and repairs.
Perform welding, metal fabrication, and major repairs on snowplows and trucks.
Disassemble equipment, inspect parts for wear, and repair, overhaul, or replace parts using precision measuring instruments.
Purchase parts and obtain bids for parts needed to repair engines.
Maintain accurate computer and manual records of time and materials expended.
Operate tandem axle trucks and other heavy equipment during new-equipment check-in.
Test drive equipment to identify problems and verify repairs.
Use metal shears, press brakes, welders, and other shop equipment as assigned.
Potentially obtain bids and order E85 and Gasohol fuel, maintain a daily log, and complete required paperwork.
Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects.
Respond on call to highway emergencies, special events, and other incidents, including outside scheduled work hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

State-matched retirement contribution of 156%.
13 paid holidays.
Generous leave accruals beginning immediately.
Military leave.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility through the federal government.
Health insurance plans with 79% employer contribution.
Dental and 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.
Supportive work environment and teammates.