Automotive/Diesel Mechanic - Tools Provided! - David City

State of Nebraska • David City, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join their mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system. As a Diesel Technician, you will be part of a supportive team that takes great pride in ensuring equipment is on the road, where it belongs, to help support the incredible freedom of travel throughout the State of Nebraska. This role involves solving a wide range of mechanical problems and offers new challenges. The pay rate is $22.756 per hour, with potential for added pay differentials for those holding a CDL and utilizing it for regular functions.

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, including instruction in computerized diagnostic equipment and in automotive/diesel mechanical maintenance and repair practices, equipment, and technologies.
• A Valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with O Restriction and tanker endorsement is required within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be paid for by the Department.
• Must be able to be placed on-call and respond accordingly during non-scheduled work hours including holidays and weekends for emergencies and special events.
• Work is performed in adverse weather conditions and during traffic management activities and traffic safety incidents including snow removal, sanding, and de-icing.
• Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
• Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 40 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an "on-call" status.
• Ability to work and communicate with a team.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Safety oriented.
• Self-motivated.
• High integrity.
• Trainable.
• Ability and willingness to learn and accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes.
• Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties.
• Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors.
• Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Automotive Diesel Mechanics, with experience in the repair of 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 our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be covered by the department.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly skilled and complex diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of multiple makes and models of heavy-duty trucks, and road construction and maintenance equipment containing multiple, computerized systems/sensors, as well as medium and lightweight vehicles, and other motorized equipment.
• Fabricate and repair equipment and parts by using a variety of welders, welding materials, and methods to adapt incompatible parts, replace unavailable parts, secure attachments, and repair damage.
• Calibrate various systems on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment that distribute various materials as they pertain to road and weather conditions and allow operators to drive the vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect new equipment to ensure that it meets specifications and set up new equipment to ensure it is 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 a state of safe and operational state.
• Maintain hydraulics systems; install and monitor electrical systems; repair steering systems; repair suspension systems, brake systems, drive trains, and fuel systems, and repair/overhaul and/or replace diesel and/or gasoline engines.
• Perform varied snow removal tasks; preventative maintenance on equipment; and assist in general upkeep and maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree