H8123 - Equip Repair Tech Sr Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation • Staunton, VA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Perform and oversee a combination of advanced skilled equipment repairs and preventative tasks in an equipment shop environment. Provide technical and directional guidance to floor technicians in conjunction with the shop supervisor. Perform special duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend technical repair manuals, schematics, perform mathematical calculations, read gauges and testing devices.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work with electronic diagnostic equipment and computer-based technical reference materials.
• Knowledge of general shop practices.
• Knowledge of the functionality of complex vehicle components.
• Skill in using computerized diagnostic shop equipment and working with electronic components.
• Skill in using traditional hand and power tools.
• Skill in welding and fabricating equipment components.
• Skilled in using computers and maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor and operate various types of equipment.
• Ability to read, comprehend technical repair manuals, schematics, gauges, and testing devices, as well as use computerized diagnostic shop equipment.
• Certification in ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialists – Light Duty or ASE L2 Electronic Diesel Diagnosis Specialists-Heavy Duty.
• Certification in ASE Master Automobile or ASE Master Medium-Heavy Truck.
• Certification in AWS Welding Mild Steel certification for Stick and MIG or IFPS Certified Mobile Hydraulics Mechanic.
• Knowledge of proper hazardous waste disposal, OSHA, VOSH regulations, and general shop safety practices.
• Possession of and ability to maintain CDL and DOT medical card.
• Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Possession of and ability to maintain a Virginia State Inspection License.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill and proficiency in diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance on all types of highway maintenance equipment and vehicles.
• Skill in using computerized diagnostic shop equipment and working with electronic components.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Roadway Maintenance, Construction Activities, or related field desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as assigned.
• Provide Guidance : Assist shop supervisor by organizing workflow and shop productivity through management of on-road technicians.
• Manage out-sourced work with dealers and contractors.
• Identify the contractors and vendors, handle the procurements, and ensure work is acceptable in terms of quality and strict deadlines to complete the projects.
• Lead preventative maintenance monitoring, scheduling, and follow-up on repeat repairs to identify why vehicle came back and what needs to be done to correct the issues.
• Technical Expertise : Identify, diagnose, and repair all types of deficiencies on state-owned equipment and vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and propane engines; manual, automatic, hydrostatic, and power shift transmissions; computerized central hydraulic systems, engine computers, body control modules, electronic ignition, and fuel injection systems; air conditioning; hydraulic, electric, and air brake systems; steering, suspension, electrical wiring, and engine cooling systems.
• Use electronic and computerized testing equipment to diagnose, service and repair complex and specialized mechanical, hydraulic and electronic components of highway maintenance equipment and vehicles.
• Forecast and meet timeframes on repairs.
• Repair, rebuild, or replace major components such as engines, transmissions, differentials, final drives, transfer cases, and trans-axles.
• Perform preventative maintenance and state inspection on vehicles.
• Maintain records.
• Welding, Fabrication and Special Repairs : Design, fabricate, modify, and weld components and perform advanced specialized hydraulic repairs.
• Perform heating, cutting, welding and fabrication of components and perform advanced level specialized hydraulic repairs as needed to repair equipment.

Benefits

• Pre-employment screenings may include: Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check, DMV Record Check, Work History Verification, References, Pre-employment physical, Drug screen

What This Job Offers

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