Equipment Mechanic II (CDL Training Provided) - Empire

Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

CDOT has a vacancy for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic II in the shop located in Empire, CO.

• This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).
• New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

Are you interested in working on heavy equipment? Are you interested in obtaining a Colorado Commercial Driver's License Class A or B? If so, consider turning your passions into a career as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. CDOT has a vacancy in our equipment shop in Empire, CO.

Starting total annual compensation for this position ranges between $73,848-$83,808/year ($49,848-$59,808 base pay and $24,000 housing stipend).

This position requires that you obtain your CDL Permit within 30 days of hire and your CDL Class A or B within 120 days of hire as a condition of continued employment. This position will require either a pre-employment drug test (if you currently have a regular driver's license) or a DOT drug test (if you already have your CDL Permit or CDL) as a pre-employment step. As part of the process to obtain yourCDL permit, you will be required to take a DOT physical and DOT drug test.

About CDOT

Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans' lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you'll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit ourcareers pageto learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellentbenefitspackage!

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CDOT's strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience and ultimately create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socioeconomic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

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The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

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Description of Job

About the Position

Performs routine maintenance services and tire repair/replacement to light and heavy trucks and specialized snow, ice, and road repair equipment (e.g., tandem trucks, loaders, dozers, motor graders, lay down (paving) machines, mowers, etc.). Maintenance services will include various system, such as engine/transmissions, cooling, brake, fuel, and hydraulic. Under the guidance of the shop foreman and Heavy Equipment Mechanic IIIs, this position assists with specialized mechanic repairs, and rebuilds, maintains, modifies, and installs special systems on a variety of types of heavy and/or comparable specialized equipment. Performs maintenance on various small engines, pumps and hand tools. Ensures the equipment's safe and productive operation, both in the shop and in the field under potentially adverse weather conditions.

Major duties andresponsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance services per CDOT policies and procedures, including oil changes, servicing transmissions, servicing differentials, etc.;
• Perform DOT/CDOT inspections on equipment;
• Perform minor repairs during maintenance services or inspections, such as wipers, lights, fastening loose hoses and wiring, etc.;
• Perform on-site flat tire repairs on various trucks, including tandem axle trucks, single axle trucks, and 1-ton trucks;
• Perform roadside tire repair/replacement;
• Replace worn out tires with new tires;
• Install special equipment such as warning lights, radios, AVL hardware, and safety equipment;
• Route electrical wiring related to the removal and installation of devices;
• Install reflective tape on truck boxes and equipment when either new or repainted;
• Decommission vehicles and equipment by removing aftermarket equipment, decals, and other identifying markings;
• Order and procure filters, supplies, and materials for preventative maintenance services;
• Complete documentation on all units, track equipment maintenance, and keep federal DOT inspection records;
• Create, prepare, review, and edit work orders in the SAP system;
• Continuously learn and develop job knowledge and skills;
• Learn to diagnose and repair a variety of heavy equipment systems;
• Learn to fabricate, machine, and weld special-use parts and accessories;
• Instruct operators in the use and care of vehicles and equipment;
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment through cleaning and ensuring proper storage and disposal of waste;
• Follow all safety procedures, wear appropriate safety equipment, and report any safety concerns;
• Respond to emergencies and travel to remote locations in adverse weather and road conditions to perform mechanical repairs on CDOT equipment;
• Use computers with various software applications for data input, records management, and e-mail in support of job assignment;
• Other duties as assigned.

What CDOT Provides

• Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools
• Full payment for your CDL physical, after your first year with CDOT
• Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal, after your first year with CDOT
• CPR and first-aid training
• Variety of career training opportunities
• 40-hour work weeks, with opportunity for overtime during weather emergencies
• Opportunities to learn new equipment
• Opportunities for advancement

Work Environment:

• Expected work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30, but may be subject to change at any time.
• May be required to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays
• Some on-call time is required
• Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where he/she can be reached for the purpose of responding to an emergency
• Required to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Required to bend, kneel, climb in/out of trucks when maintaining and repairing equipment
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles and heavy equipment
• Must be able to read, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions
• Frequent travel during work day to perform field repairs, as well as to attend trainings and meetings
• May be required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time - hot and cold
• Exposure to loud noises
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin
• Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600V) and electrical shock
• Must be able to hear and communicate via cell phone and state radio to relay information and respond to field calls
• Due to locations of some of the equipment, must be physically able to work at 9-12,000 feet altitude
• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Experience

Experience Only:

• Two (2) years of relevant experience including repairing, overhauling, general maintenance, and rebuilding of engines, accessories, systems, auto bodies, and other

mechanical units. Work ranges from minor service to complete system overhauls on heavy construction equipment.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience:

• A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years.
• Education/apprenticeship in automotive and diesel equipment mechanics or heavy equipment mechanics will be considered with submission of a transcript.
• Experience in repairing, overhauling, general maintenance, and rebuilding of engines, accessories, systems, auto bodies, and other

mechanical units will be considered.

Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

Transcripts:If you are using education or apprenticeship to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report m