ODOT Master Mechanic (District 4 Headquarters Garage), PN 20055361

State of Ohio•Akron, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization. ODOT's Mission Statement: To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.

Requirements

48 mos. exp. in repair & maintenance of variety of vehicles &/or agency-identified equipment
Valid commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio revised code
24 months exp. as ODOT Mechanic, 52152
Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above, except for mandated licensure
Final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use
Final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check
Selected applicants for this position are required to register as a driver in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Automotive Technical Skills: Automotive, Vehicle Maintenance, CDL
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Teamwork

Responsibilities

Perform major overhauls of gasoline &/or diesel engines
Provide on-the-job training to lower-level ODOT mechanic(s)
Diagnose, troubleshoot, replace, &/or repair electronic systems

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Excellent work/life balance
Regular pay increases; 1st increase after 6 months
Extensive benefits package
Growth opportunities within organization
Employee tuition reimbursement programs
Pension plan with 14% employer contribution