ODOT Mechanic, Shelby County, PN 20061906

State of Ohio•Sidney, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The ODOT Mechanic performs minor repairs and related mechanical work, carries out preventative maintenance and service on cars, trucks, and equipment, and maintains repair and maintenance records. This is a permanent, full-time classified position with the Ohio Department of Transportation, District 07, located at 2190 State Route 29 in Sidney, Ohio. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; hours may vary. The position is overtime eligible under FLSA standards and is filled pursuant to the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract. New bargaining-unit hires serve a one-year probationary period. The selected candidate must undergo a criminal background check and pre-appointment urinalysis. The position is subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations, including restrictions on marijuana use. Selected applicants must register as drivers in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. A valid Class A CDL without an air-brake restriction and with a tanker endorsement must be obtained during the probationary period and maintained thereafter. A commercial driver's license is required when the motor equipment operated is of a type and size regulated by Ohio law. The State of Ohio offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes medical coverage, dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after the eligibility period, paid time off and 11 paid holidays, childbirth/adoption/foster-care leave, education and development opportunities, public retirement systems, and optional deferred compensation. Benefit eligibility depends on applicable factors.

Requirements

At least 24 months of experience in automotive repair and maintenance involving a variety of vehicles and/or types of equipment identified by the agency; alternatively, 12 months of experience as an ODOT Mechanic Trainee (classification 52151), or equivalent experience, except for mandated licensure.
A valid commercial driver's license is required if the motor equipment is of a type and size regulated by sections 4506.01 and 4506.12 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL without an air-brake restriction, with tanker endorsement, during the probationary period and thereafter.
Submit to a pre-appointment urinalysis for illegal drug use; a positive test result precludes employment.
Register as a driver in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Perform minor repairs and other related mechanical work.
Perform preventative maintenance and service on cars, trucks, and equipment.
Maintain records of repairs and maintenance.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental insurance premiums paid after completion of the eligibility period
Vision insurance premiums paid after completion of the eligibility period
Basic life insurance premiums paid after completion of the eligibility period
Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation