Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Who We Are: 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. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. 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. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: 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 ) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. The selection process for this position will include a structured interview. Candidate responses to the interview questions will be scored and the selection will be made in accordance with the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract. This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards. All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one (1) year probationary period. The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is also subject to federal testing regulations pursuant to 49 CFR Part 40 (Federal Drug and Alcohol Regulations) and 49 CFR Part 382 (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) which prohibits the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position. In accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations 382.703, selected applicants for this position are required to register as a driver in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse at the following link\: https\[\]://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register Permanent ODOT Mechanic, Shelby County, PN 20060809 What You Will Do\: You will perform preventative maintenance and service on cars, trucks, and equipment. You will perform minor repairs or other related mechanical work. You will maintain records of repairs & maintenance. Benefits to you: Enjoy an excellent work/life balance. Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave. Receive 11 paid holidays per year. Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 6 months. Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period. Experience growth opportunities within organization. Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs. Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution. For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits, please visit the Total Rewards website ! Official Position Description: Performs routine maintenance & service (e.g., checks fluid levels &/or batteries; lubricates joints, hinges &/or latches; changes oil & replaces filters; replaces spark plugs; performs tire changes; services the cooling system; dispenses fuel &/or fluids as needed) & assists higher-level ODOT mechanics with complex maintenance (e.g., tunes gas &/or diesel engines; inspects engines checking for leaks, worn or close components, belt & hose conditions &/or mounting; inspects underbody checking for leaks, loose or worn components in suspension, steering &/or drive train; inspects brakes looking for loose or worn components, proper adjustments &/or leaks; operates electronic system scope) on cars, trucks & all types of agency-identified equipment & repairs, rebuilds &/or replaces major parts (e.g., carburetor, alternator, water or fuel pump, clutches, brake systems, exhaust systems) on cars, trucks, motorcycles &/or all types of agency-specific equipment; assists lower-level mechanics with routine work activities (e.g., job shadowing opportunities, required paperwork, work order submission). Performs minor repairs or miscellaneous mechanic work (e.g., inspects tires/wheels looking for damage, leaks, or wear; cleans or replaces diesel injectors; adjusts valves; performs body repair work; replaces shocks; repairs or replaces hydraulic pumps or systems; installs snowplow blades; repairs hydraulic systems, heavy/heaviest equipment). Maintains records of repairs & maintenance; (e.g., daily time sheets); orders &/or picks up parts; provides service & repair of vehicles & equipment on emergency basis; &/or makes onsite service/outpost calls (e.g., replaces flat tire; repairs air leak in brake system; repairs wear items on heavy equipment; performs guardrail replacement); operates welding torches in order to repair snow plow blades, frames, dump & flatbed truck bodies &/or related equipment, cleans garage area, equipment &/or tools; mows grass &/or operates snow plow, tow truck or other equipment/heavy equipment; pumps fuel; attends training schools; safety meetings, mechanic meetings or related meetings; operates motor vehicle in order to transport equipment/materials/supplies to & from job sites.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
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