Equipment Mechanic I or II - Marshall, TX

Texas Department of Transportation•Marshall, TX

About The Position

Equipment Mechanic I Performs repair/maintenance and inspection related work for fleet vehicles and equipment in the Fleet Operations Division Shop or a District Maintenance Section. Work may require maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in construction of highways/bridges and inspecting work performed by contracted vendors. Work may require contact with other governmental agencies and private contractors. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments, however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Equipment Mechanic II Performs advanced repair/maintenance and inspection related work for fleet vehicles and equipment in the Fleet Operations Division Shop or a District Maintenance Section. Inspects work performed by shop mechanics and/or contracted vendors. Work may require maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in the construction of highways/bridges. Work may require contact with other governmental agencies and private contractors. Employees at this level perform independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Requirements

2 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 90 calendar days from date of employment.
4 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 year's experience.
Certificates of course completion from a Technical Training Institute in Automotive and Diesel Technology may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
Knowledge of: Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
Mechanical repair procedures for diesel, gasoline, CNG and LPG engines
Brake repairs to include anti-locking systems, mechanical brakes, air brakes and hydraulic brake systems
Diagnosing problems and repairing equipment to include electronic and mechanical components and subsystems according to defined codes and specifications
Using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
Skill in: Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
Read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics
Automatic and manual shift transmission repair
Diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications

Nice To Haves

Commercial driver’s license (CDL)

Responsibilities

Adjusts brakes and replaces brake system parts to include air brake and anti-locking systems.
Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic equipment information.
Check lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning of headlights, spotlights, tail lights, and parking lights.
Completes repair order paperwork and accurately enters data into fleet information management system.
Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges.
Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment; as required, moves items related to these activities.
Prepares vehicles for use by checking for required safety features such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and mobile radios.
Troubleshot, tests, and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions, and fuel injection systems.
Uses computerized diagnostic analyzer systems and performs complex diagnostic work on vehicles/equipment.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment.