Heavy Equipment Mechanic III - Platteville (CDL Required)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic III is a journey-level position in the Colorado Department of Transportation’s Region 4 Maintenance Unit. The unit maintains the highway system and facilities to help ensure safe roadways for the traveling public. The mechanic inspects, diagnoses, troubleshoots, modifies, services, and repairs light and heavy trucks and specialized snow, ice, and road repair equipment, maintaining the fleet in safe operating condition in accordance with Federal DOT and CDOT rules and policies. Equipment includes tandem snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines, 6x6 and 4x4 trucks, snow blowers, and mower tractors. The position fabricates and modifies parts and tools, performs welding and precision cutting, installs equipment to CDOT specifications, maintains repair and federal inspection records, orders supplies, prepares SAP work orders and materials estimates, and attends training. CDOT provides and pays for mechanics’ tools. The regular schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (four 10-hour days), year-round. Work is approximately 40% in the field and 60% in the equipment shop. Emergency response and overtime, including weekends and holidays, are required; on-call time and emergency shift changes may also be required. The role involves physical work and exposure to varied weather, noise, fumes, dust, electrical hazards, and shop fluids. A current Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with air brakes is required, with no restrictions on air brakes or manual transmissions for operation in Colorado at application. New employees attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora; veteran CDOT employees attend one week annually.

Requirements

Four years of progressively responsible experience in automotive and heavy equipment repair, including at least one year diagnosing and repairing heavy diesel equipment at current journey-level proficiency; or an equivalent combination of related education, formal apprenticeship, and/or relevant experience totaling four years.
A current, valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with air brakes; no restrictions on air brakes or manual transmissions that would prevent operation in Colorado.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and bend, kneel, and climb in and out of trucks while maintaining and repairing equipment.
Ability to operate CDOT vehicles and read, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions.
Ability to travel during the workday for field repairs, training, and meetings.
Ability to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures and weather for extended periods, with exposure to loud noise, fumes, odors, gases, dust, high voltage (over 600V), electrical shock, cleaning chemicals, and lubrication and cooling fluids.
Ability to hear and communicate by cell phone and state radio, and use computers to perform everyday work duties.
Willingness and ability to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime, including weekends and holidays; provide a telephone number for emergency contact; and attend required maintenance training.
Must pass applicable pre-employment screening, which may include social security number trace, criminal and public court records, education, and driving record checks; may be required to pass a controlled substance test and DOT physical.
If using education toward qualifications, provide transcripts or a certificate of completion; the required work experience must be documented in the application.

Nice To Haves

Experience and accomplishments demonstrating success with the duties listed in the job description.
State service experience related to the position’s duties.
High ethical standards and integrity.
Current, valid CDL Class B with no air-brake restriction.
Extensive troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair experience with automotive and heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment up to 10 tons.
Extensive experience designing and fabricating parts and special tools for unique and 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, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Innovative repair approaches that consider available resources, budget, time, efficiency, and safety.
Flexibility, strong commitment to safety, positive attitude, motivation, reliability, organization, and ability to learn quickly with minimal direction.
Ability to adapt to changes in assignments and work environments and to work effectively independently and in a team.
Knowledge of computer use for vehicle diagnosis, data entry, record keeping, and email, and ability to learn software quickly.

Responsibilities

Diagnose equipment defects and malfunctions using test equipment, scan tools, and diagnostic computers.
Visually inspect equipment for defects and leaking fluids; test-drive vehicles and test equipment and component operation.
Service, repair, and modify automotive and heavy equipment systems, including transmission, brake, electrical, ignition, fuel, and hydraulic systems.
Fabricate, modify, and install special equipment and replacement parts, including custom parts, mounting brackets, tooling, and specialized tools for unique or emergency needs.
Use MIG, TIG, arc, and oxy-acetylene welding techniques, and operate plasma cutters and other precision cutting and machine equipment.
Set up and install new equipment by fabricating or modifying it to meet CDOT specifications.
Maintain records and documentation for assigned equipment, including maintenance, repairs, and Federal DOT inspections.
Order and procure parts, supplies, and materials; prepare SAP work orders and materials estimates.
Prioritize safety for self, coworkers, and the traveling public; follow safety laws, regulations, policies, manuals, and procedures and participate in training and safety talks.
Maintain and develop technical knowledge of equipment, tools, materials, and safety guidance; attend training, meetings, and equipment commissioning sessions.
Respond to field repairs and emergencies, including outside regular hours, and perform other duties as assigned.