Senior Heavy Mechanic 2026-02046

State of Wyoming•Gillette, WY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is actively seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team in Gillette, Wyoming. This full-time position offers a fantastic opportunity for a skilled mechanic to make a real impact while working on automotive equipment and heavy-duty vehicles. In this role, you will be responsible for performing diesel and gasoline engine overhauls and tune-ups, as well as brake, steering, transmission, and hydraulic repairs to ensure all equipment remains in optimal working condition. Gillette is located on the rolling hills midway between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park, and is one hour from Devil’s Tower National Monument. The Powder River Basin, a geological structural basin, produces over one-third of our nation’s coal. You’ll have easy access to: hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, and other outdoor activities in the Black Hills or Big Horn Mountains. Enjoy all Wyoming has to offer - including no state income tax! This position offers: $2,000 Hiring Bonus See Notes section for eligibility. This position offers: $2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future Flexible schedules and work-life balance options Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: Keri Griffith / 307-674-2318 / [email protected]

Requirements

Knowledge of basic computer operation.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of diesel, heavy equipment, and light-duty vehicle maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of electronic principles and how to use diagnostic tools.
Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques.
Knowledge in decision-making.
3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic
Ability to obtain a CDL
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic
Must be able to obtain a Welding Certification Card.

Nice To Haves

Completed any equipment certification exams
Skills in using fleet maintenance software
Specialized automotive repair training

Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs trucks, plows, and various pieces of construction equipment.
Evaluate mechanical problems, perform diagnostic tests, interpret the results, and decide the best course of action needed.
Diagnoses and repairs special computerized equipment.
Orders parts and processes payments.
Schedules repairs of equipment.
Hold safety meetings and provide training on the use of all shop equipment used in fabrication and machining.
Runs reports to ensure that preventive maintenance is accomplished on equipment.
Performs journey-level skilled machining and fabrication of hard and soft metal alloys.
Acts as a supervisor in the absence of the supervisor.