Position Information

TxDOT's Fleet Operations Division is looking for an Equipment Mechanic III based in San Antonio, TX.

We have a diverse workforce of almost 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!

At TxDOT we supply the diagnostic, hand, and power tools you need to get the job done, so you will not be required to provide your own tools.

This position may be eligible for a recruitment bonus of up to $5,000 for a selected candidate who is currently not employed by The Texas Department of Transportation.

We offer company-sponsored Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training with $0 upfront monetary commitment. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided if necessary.

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

Position Description

Performs highly advanced repair/maintenance and inspection related work for fleet vehicles and equipment in the Fleet Operations Division Shop. Inspects work performed by shop mechanics and/or contracted vendors. Work may require maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in the construction of highways/bridges. Serves as a lead worker and trains less experienced technicians. Work may require contact with other governmental agencies and private contractors. Employees at this level perform independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Performs duties of the Shop Coordinator in their absence.
• Leads and trains less experienced technicians.
• Adjusts brakes and replaces brake system parts to include air brake and anti-locking systems.
• Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic equipment information.
• Handles and disposes of environmentally hazardous materials in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Checks lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning of headlights, spotlights, tail lights and parking lights.
• Completes repair order paperwork and accurately enters data into fleet information management system.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges.
• Performs annual state safety inspections on vehicles to include DOT required inspections.
• Performs emergency spot repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment; as required moves items related to these activities.
• Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares vehicles for use by checking for required safety features such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers and mobile radios.
• Travels and performs work in other shops throughout the state as required.
• Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.
• Uses computerized diagnostic analyzer systems and performs complex diagnostic work on vehicles/equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: 7 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).

• Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 year's experience.
• Certificates of course completion from a Technical Training Institute in Automotive and Diesel Technology may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
• Mtr Veh St Inspector-Licensed. If performing State safety vehicle inspections must have or obtain a State Inspector's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commercial driver's license (CDL)
• Construction equipment diagnostics and repair

Competencies:

• State procurement guidelines for parts purchases and P-card use
• Mechanical equipment operation and maintenance
• Vehicle air conditioning and heating systems
• Automatic and manual shift transmission repair
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
• Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials
• Diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications
• Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems
• Brake repairs to include anti-locking systems, mechanical brakes, air brakes and hydraulic brake systems
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade
• Mechanical repair procedures for diesel, gasoline, CNG and LPG engines
• Diagnosing problems and repairing equipment to include electronic and mechanical components and subsystems according to defined codes and specifications
• Maintaining a safe working relationship
• Reading and interpreting equipment repair and parts contracts
• Using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: S tandard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Will be required to work alternate schedules during an emergency response situation such as adverse weather events.
• Will be required to travel to other district/division shops within the state as needed.