ODOT Mechanic, Shelby County, PN 20061906

State of Ohio • Sidney, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The ODOT Mechanic performs minor repairs and related mechanical work, preventative maintenance, and servicing on cars, trucks, and equipment. The position also maintains records of repairs and maintenance. It is a permanent, full-time, classified position with the Ohio Department of Transportation in District 07, located at 2190 State Route 29, Sidney, Ohio. The schedule is generally 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, though hours may vary. The position is overtime eligible based on FLSA standards.

New bargaining-unit hires serve a one-year probationary period, and the position is filled under the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract. The selected candidate must complete required background and pre-employment drug testing and comply with applicable federal drug and alcohol testing requirements. A valid Class A commercial driver's license without an air brake restriction and with a tanker endorsement must be obtained during the probationary period and maintained thereafter.

Requirements

• At least 24 months of experience in automotive repair and maintenance involving a variety of vehicles and/or all types of equipment identified by the agency; or 12 months of experience as an ODOT Mechanic Trainee (classification 52151); or the equivalent of these minimum qualifications, 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.
• A valid Class A CDL without an air brake restriction, with tanker endorsement, must be obtained during the probationary period and maintained thereafter.
• Must complete a criminal background check and pre-employment urinalysis; a positive drug test will result in no offer of employment.
• Must comply with federal drug and alcohol testing regulations and register as a driver in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

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.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, and 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, and optional deferred compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed