Equipment Mechanic I or II

Texas Department of Transportation•Saginaw, 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

Experience: 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).
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.
Experience: 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.
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of application and obtain a Class "N" endorsement within 90 calendar days from date of employment.
Mtr Veh St Inspector-Licensed, if performing State safety vehicle inspections must have or obtain a State Inspector's license.
Mechanical equipment operation and maintenance
Vehicle air conditioning and heating systems
Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
Automatic and manual shift transmission repair
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Using applicable electronic test equipment
Diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
Reading and interpreting equipment repair and parts contracts
Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials
State procurement guidelines for parts purchases and P-card use
Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems
Brake repairs to include anti-locking systems, mechanical brakes, air brakes and hydraulic brake systems
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Mechanical repair procedures for diesel, gasoline, CNG and LPG engines
Diagnosing problems and repairing equipment to include electronic and mechanical components and subsystems according to defined codes and specifications

Responsibilities

Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic equipment information.
Handles and disposes of environmentally hazardous materials in accordance with federal and state laws.
Checks 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.
Orders, picks up and delivers parts, materials, tools, and operates equipment and vehicles to include heavy equipment.
Performs acetylene and electric arc welding repairs.
Performs annual state safety inspections on vehicles to include DOT required inspections.
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.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Trains less experienced technicians.
Repairs vehicle air conditioning systems.
Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.