Fleet Heavy Equipment Mechanic II, III or IV

Pueblo County • Pueblo, CO

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

This posting is for multiple openings for Fleet Heavy Equipment Mechanic II, III, or IV. The budgeted starting salaries are: Heavy Equipment Mechanic II: $29.22/hour (Grade 7: $23.37 - $35.06/hour). Heavy Equipment Mechanic III: $32.14/hour (Grade 8: $25.71 - $38.56/hour). Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV: $35.35/hour (Grade 9: $28.28 - $42.41/hour). The Heavy Equipment Mechanic II performs a variety of unskilled and skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light duty, medium duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment under general supervision. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic III performs a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light-duty, medium-duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment under limited supervision. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV performs lead duties over Heavy Equipment Mechanic staff in the Fleet Department, performing a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light duty, medium duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment, and may fill in for the supervisor in their absence.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency preferred.
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic II: Two (2) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic III: Three (3) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV: Six (6) years or more of progressively responsible experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of hire required (II, III).
• Possession of, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement at hire required (IV).
• Possession of, a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of hire required (IV).
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Forklift operator certification within 120 days of hire required.
• Possession of, one to three (1-3) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium/Heavy Truck (III).
• Possession of, four (4) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium/Heavy Truck (IV).
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening.
• Must maintain licenses/certifications current.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in Automotive and/or Diesel repair preferred (IV).
• Possession of, a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement preferred (III).
• Possession of an ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Master Certification preferred (III, IV).
• Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification required (III).
• Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification at hire required (IV).
• Similar or related Manufacturer Certification will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certification.
• Similar or related Manufacturer Certification(s) will be considered in lieu of the other required ASE Certifications (IV).

Responsibilities

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components (transmissions, differentials, and drive units).
• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends; balances tires, adjusts drive lines and repairs damaged vehicle bodies.
• Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.
• Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.
• Performs general in-shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two-way radio system installations, cooling system problems, and fuel system problems.
• Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.
• Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin screw rear axles, and compressor systems.
• Performs engineering, layout, fabrication, and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment.
• Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents, and disposes of trash and waste as required.
• Maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.
• Answers phone and radio calls.
• Orders and picks up parts.
• Provides instruction on equipment operation.
• Makes welding repairs.
• Performs on-site service and emergency calls.
• Performs lead duties over Heavy Equipment Mechanic staff (Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV only).
• May fill in for supervisor in their absence (Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV only).

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED