Equipment Technician

the South Dakota State Government•Custer, SD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be expected to diagnose and repair computer and mechanical malfunctions in wheeled vehicles, industrial, and construction equipment to ensure safety of operators, safety to peripheral contacts, efficient operation, and the integrity of the equipment; sets-up new equipment by attaching auxiliary equipment, making necessary adaptations and adjustments; and running diagnostic tests of computer and mechanical systems to ensure equipment is in full operating condition. Equipment Technicians work on heavy equipment and are required to lift heavy objects, sometimes in awkward positions; work at all angles, under and on top of equipment; in confining spaces, often between elements are heavy and on jacks, are subject to falling equipment; work around high-pressure hoses and connections, high voltage electricity, power presses, welders, and cutting torches; are exposed to fumes from exhaust systems, welding, solvents, paints, and other fluids; work with a wide variety of tools, many of which require extensive physical strength and manual dexterity; work side-by-side with no separating walls and in small areas and are at risk from moving vehicles; repair or recover stalled and broken down equipment on the road in high traffic areas and in adverse weather conditions; and some weekend work may be required for special events such as bike rally and buffalo roundup or emergency situations. Incumbent must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) within 30 days of hire date to retain employment. Employee will be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable-suspicion, post-accident, follow up, and return-to-duty drug and alcohol testing. This is a full-time position with the Department of Game Fish & Parks. For more information on the Department of Game Fish & Parks, please visit https://gfp.sd.gov/ .

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) within 30 days of hire date.
Knowledge of the standard principles, methods, tools, and equipment of the automotive and diesel technology trade.
Knowledge of the principles of internal combustion engines, different drive trains, gear boxes, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
Knowledge of computer hardware and software.
Knowledge of the principles of automotive computer technology, diagnostics, and repair methods.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the mechanics' trade.
Knowledge of variances of design among manufacturers.
Knowledge of electrical monitors and meters.
Knowledge of welding technology.
Knowledge of safe handling and disposal methods for hazardous materials.
Ability to diagnose malfunctions and determine corrective actions.
Ability to operate computer software applications.
Ability to diagnose and resolve network problems.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
Ability to determine necessary tensile strength of fabricated parts.
Ability to operate diagnostic equipment and interpret results.
Ability to visualize an end product from an idea.
Ability to operate equipment and determine if it is functional and safe.
Ability to weld.
Ability to use a variety of machine shop tools and equipment.
Ability to establish working relationships with coworkers and customers.

Nice To Haves

A Class A commercial driver license (CDL)
Current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications
Metal fabrication skills

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair computer and mechanical malfunctions in wheeled vehicles, industrial, and construction equipment.
Ensure safety of operators, safety to peripheral contacts, efficient operation, and the integrity of the equipment.
Set-up new equipment by attaching auxiliary equipment, making necessary adaptations and adjustments.
Run diagnostic tests of computer and mechanical systems to ensure equipment is in full operating condition.
Repair or recover stalled and broken down equipment on the road in high traffic areas and in adverse weather conditions.