Senior Heavy Mechanic 2026-01716

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide support and maintenance of fleet vehicles and equipment as well as Federal Excess Personal Property (FEPP) and Firefighter Property (FFP). Travel to remote locations to perform these duties, as needed. In the absence of the supervisor, provide supervision of three mechanics. Provide direction on a daily basis to mechanics by the direction of the supervisor on maintenance, repair and inspections of fire apparatus, shop equipment and fleet vehicles, and fabrication of new equipment.

Requirements

Use of diagnostic scanners for automotive repairs.
Possess a high level of mechanical ability.
Ability to troubleshoot various mechanical issues with a given piece of equipment.
Ability to gas and arc weld using cutting torches and plasma cutters and also design parts.
Ability to use hand and power tools.
Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, welding/fabrication, auto body/paint.
Knowledge of repair methods and techniques including diesel, heavy equipment and light duty vehicles.
Bachelor's Degree
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic
Ability to obtain a CDL
May be required to work in all objectionable conditions: outside, cold, heat, wind, roadside, etc.
May be required to work with hazardous materials in the repair of equipment which requires the use of special protective equipment, respirator, rubber suit, gloves, goggles, etc.
May encounter health and safety hazards from mechanical, chemical, electrical, fire and explosive hazards in the performance of duties.
Must be physically capable of long periods of hard manual labor and heavy lifting plus being able to perform these tasks while wearing a respirator.
Will be on call 24 hours a day and must reside within a maximum response time of 45 minutes to the shop.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.
3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic

Responsibilities

Evaluate mechanical problems, perform diagnostic tests, interpret the results and decide the best course of action needed.
Diagnose and repair special computerized equipment.
Travel for field repairs and annual services.
Inspect and maintain shop equipment and train staff on how to use new equipment.
Run reports to ensure that preventive maintenance is accomplished on equipment.