Heavy Equipment Mechanic III - Kremmling (CDL Training Provided, $1000/mo housing)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic III is a journey-level position in the Colorado Department of Transportation’s Region 3, Section 6 Maintenance Unit, located in Kremmling. The unit maintains CDOT’s highway system and facilities to support safe travel. The mechanic inspects, diagnoses, troubleshoots, modifies, and repairs light and heavy trucks and specialized snow, ice, and road-repair equipment, ensuring the fleet is in safe operating condition and meets applicable federal and state requirements. CDOT provides tools for mechanics. The position offers a $1,000 monthly housing stipend; CDOT-owned housing may also be available. Starting base pay is typically $64,428–$67,848 per year, or $76,428–$79,848 per year with the stipend. The work covers equipment such as tandem snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines, 4x4 and 6x6 trucks, snow blowers, and mower tractors. The mechanic diagnoses and repairs mechanical and computer-controlled systems, performs preventive maintenance and annual DOT safety inspections, maintains records and work orders, procures parts, and fabricates or modifies equipment and tools. The role prioritizes safety, requires ongoing learning and training, and includes responding to emergency field calls. The expected schedule is four 10-hour days. Work is approximately 40% in the field and 60% in the equipment shop. The mechanic must respond to emergencies outside regular hours, work overtime including weekends and holidays, and participate in some on-call time. The position requires obtaining a Colorado Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with air brakes within six months of hire. New employees attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora; veteran CDOT employees attend one week of annual training.

Requirements

Four years of progressively responsible experience in automotive and heavy equipment repair, including at least one year diagnosing and repairing heavy diesel equipment, with current journey-level proficiency; or an equivalent combination of related education, apprenticeship, and relevant experience totaling four years.
A current, valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with air brakes must be obtained within six months of hire.
Willingness to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to provide the supervisor with a telephone number for emergency contact.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, bend, kneel, and climb in and out of trucks.
Ability to operate CDOT vehicles.
Ability to read, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions.
Ability to travel during the workday for field repairs, training, and meetings.
Ability to work for extended periods in extreme hot and cold temperatures and weather conditions.
Ability to work around loud noises, fumes, odors, gases, dust, high voltage, and electrical shock hazards.
Ability to hear and communicate by cell phone and state radio.
Ability to use computers for everyday work duties.
Ability to pass pre-employment screening, which may include identity, criminal, court, education, and driving-record checks; may also be required to pass a controlled-substance test and DOT physical.
New employees must complete two weeks of maintenance training; veteran CDOT employees must complete one week of training each year.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver’s License Class A with no air-brake restriction.
Extensive experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing automotive and heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment up to 10 tons.
Experience designing and fabricating parts and special tools for unique or emergency situations.
Medium/Heavy Truck ASE certifications in Diesel Engine, Drive Trains, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, and Heating, Ventilation and A/C.
Effective interpersonal, relationship-building, oral communication, and customer-service skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, reasoning, analytical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to use innovative repair approaches while considering resources, budget, time, efficiency, and safety.
Flexibility, commitment to safety, positive attitude, self-motivation, conscientiousness, organization, and reliability.
Ability to learn quickly with minimal direction and adapt to changing assignments and environments.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of computers for vehicle diagnosis, data entry, record keeping, and email, with ability to learn software quickly.
Demonstrated success performing the duties described in the job posting.
State service experience related to the duties of the position.
High work and personal ethics and integrity.

Responsibilities

Diagnose problems, disassemble units, inspect components, analyze failures, repair or replace parts, and reassemble equipment systems.
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, adjustments, fluid and filter changes, lubrication, and engine servicing.
Maintain service logs, maintenance and repair records, and Federal DOT inspection records for assigned equipment.
Complete annual DOT safety inspections and certify vehicles for 49 CFR 396 compliance.
Diagnose component defects using test equipment, scan tools, and diagnostic computers; visually inspect equipment and test-drive vehicles as needed.
Fabricate, modify, install, and set up special equipment, replacement parts, brackets, tooling, and other components to meet CDOT needs.
Use machining, arc welding, oxygen-acetylene cutting and welding, plasma cutting, MIG, and TIG processes for fabrication and repairs.
Prepare preventive maintenance work orders, SAP work orders, and materials estimates.
Order and procure parts, supplies, and materials needed to keep equipment functional.
Follow safety laws, regulations, policies, manuals, and procedures; attend safety training and participate in tailgate safety talks.
Maintain and develop technical knowledge of equipment, tools, materials, safety procedures, and technology changes through training and work-unit activities.
Respond to emergency field calls and perform field repairs.
Perform other duties as assigned.