Salem Field Technician

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

3d•$6,276 - $7,968•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician 2 – Salem Field Technician to join their Delivery & Operations Division – Maintenance & Operations Branch Fleet Services Section / Fleet Repair in Salem. This role involves performing all phases of diagnosis and repair, as well as preventive maintenance on highway maintenance and construction equipment. The technician will ensure equipment is ready for use at the Salem shop during critical periods, maintaining quality, timely, and cost-effective repairs to support Oregon's transportation system.

Requirements

Four (4) years of independent mechanical experience diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, and fabricating medium and/or heavy-duty equipment and/or power generation equipment.
OR Completion of a two-year certificate program in Diesel or Heavy Equipment Mechanics AND 30 months of independent mechanical experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing medium and/or heavy-duty equipment and/or power generation equipment.
OR Equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills to perform the job.
This position requires a maximum 45 minute response time to 455 Airport Rd SE, Building K, Salem, OR 97301 for emergency call-outs.
You must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with a tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions, OR have the ability to acquire a class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire and a CDL-A with a tanker endorsement and restrictions removed within six months of hire (ODOT will cover training costs) to be considered eligible for this position.
A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.
We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks, including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse registration and full query check for our final candidate(s) and annual query for current employees.

Nice To Haves

Ability to learn and navigate computer-based fleet management systems and email efficiently.
Effective time management skills with handling multiple repairs while working without assistance.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Demonstrated problem solving skills as it pertains to equipment repairs including troubleshooting engine faults codes with diagnostic software, navigating through diagnostic procedures and overall understanding of equipment repair.
Proven ability to maintain a preventative maintenance program across a diverse fleet of equipment.
Strong fabrication skills in various types of welding processes for mild steel, stainless and aluminum with the ability to design, build and fabricate objects without a drawing and minimal input to gain desired outcomes.
A current, valid commercial driver’s license A (CDL-A) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work in a mobile, field environment driving a heavily-loaded service truck and all types of light and heavy duty equipment daily.
Conduct inspections and diagnostic tests to troubleshoot issues and repair equipment to specification.
Troubleshoot, adjust, modify, repair and/or replace components and systems on highway trucks, snow removal equipment and vehicle engines, emission controls, transmission, drivetrain, air and hydraulic brakes systems and electrical and climate controls.
Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on all ODOT fleet.
Troubleshoot, adjust, repair and/or replace components to complex computer controlled hydraulic systems, variable displacement pressure compensating systems, electric hydraulic control valves on snow removal equipment and a wide variety of construction equipment.
Use computers, electronic testing equipment, precision measuring devices and various vehicle and equipment diagnostic software.
Conduct repair and fabrication work to highway maintenance equipment using mobile and stationary welding and cutting equipment, arc and wire feed welders, acetylene torches and plasma arc cutters.
Track daily hours spent on jobs by tasking work orders in the fleet management system.