Heavy Equipment Mechanic III / Shop Mechanic (CDL Training Provided w/ Permit) (OCont.) - Pueblo, CO

Department Information

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This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).

This announcement is posted until the position is filled. Applications will be considered as they are received. It's in your best interest to apply early.

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

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 our careers page to 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 excellent benefits package!

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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 Unit

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic III works in the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Region 2, Maintenance Unit. The Unit exists to maintain the Colorado Department of Transportation highway system and facilities to as near original conditions as constructed utilizing available resources, personnel, equipment and material to ensure a safe roadway for the traveling public.

About the Position

This Journey level Equipment Mechanic position inspects, diagnoses, troubleshoots, modifies, and repairs light and heavy trucks and specialized snow, ice, and road repair equipment to preserve and assure the entire fleet of equipment is in safe operating condition following the rules and policies of the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). Diagnoses, services and repairs various systems that are found on pieces of heavy equipment such as transmissions, brake systems, electrical systems, ignition systems, fuel systems, hydraulic systems. Vehicles and equipment include, but are not limited to, 10-ton tandem snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines, 6X6 and 4X4 trucks, Snow blowers and mower tractors with mower decks tow behind and side arm.

All tools needed will be paid for and provided to you by CDOT.

Your duties and responsibilitieswill include, but are not limited to, the following:

Testing and Diagnostics

• Visually inspect equipment for defects and/or leaking fluids.
• Use scan tools and diagnostic computers.
• Read error messages and codes and clear codes when repaired.
• Diagnose equipment components for defects or malfunctions, utilizing a wide range of test equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electronic controlled equipment components; engines, brakes, transmissions, cab components, hydraulic controls, sanders, liquid de-icing, AVL and oil distributors.
• Gather information from operators verbally, email, or SAP to identify specific equipment problems. This will include test driving vehicles and operation of equipment and components.

Repair and Rebuild

• Brakes: Repairs or replaces shoes, pads, drums, hoses, calipers, cylinders, lines, chambers, control valves and linkage. Cooling: Pressure test, flush radiators, replace hoses and thermostats, repairs or replaces radiator and water pumps, fan drives, test for DCA treatment, air intercoolers and oil coolers.
• Drive: Repair and replace drive shafts, differentials, axles, manual, automatic and sophisticated computer-controlled transmissions, clutches, transfer cases, power take-off systems, transmission reversers, all-wheel drive steering axles and final drives.
• Electrical: Trace circuits and schematics. Repair or replace fuses, batteries, lights, instruments, warning devices, controls and switches, computer controls, modules, alternators, starters, shorted or open circuits and wiring.
• Hydraulic: Repairs or replaces pumps, hoses, valves, motors and cylinders.
• Air: Repairs or replaces compressors, air dryers, brake valves, air tanks and hoses.
• Steering and Suspension System, repairs or replaces tie rods, drag links, wheel bearings, ball joints, gear boxes, shock absorbers, springs, steering linkage, kingpins, power steering, hoses, pumps, walking beam suspensions and airride suspensions.
• Engines : Diagnose, replace, repair and rebuild components of engines, fuel systems, exhaust systems and emission systems.
• Computer controlled sanders and liquid de-icing systems.
• Tires and wheels: Repair flat tires. Replace tires as needed with approval. Dismount, mount and balance tires. Inspect wheels for cracks or damage. Sipe tires as required.
• AVL systems; such as Geotab and Network fleet- running and managing reports for maintenance and repairs.

Record Keeping, Purchasing and SAP Transactions

• Order and procure parts, supplies, and materials to keep equipment functional.
• Prepares work orders and cost materials estimates.
• Responsible for maintaining records and creation of reports pertaining to repair and maintenance of all equipment utilizing appropriate softwareincluding credit card purchases.
• Create,prepare, review and edit work orders accurately in SAP. Describe work performed enter parts ordered, supplies and materials for the needed repairand amount of worked hours on the piece of equipment.
• Perform record keeping and documentation on all assigned units, track equipment maintenance, repair and keep Federal DOT Inspection records on all equipment.
• Accurately report work activities, time spent, location, equipment used, materials, personnel involved on work orders.
• Code invoices to proper cost center, work order and material group.
• Complete Personal Fuel log for fuel purchases made and submit to EMS Coordinator.
• Review and process equipment notifications and annual and emissions inspections.

Training

• Continuously learn and develop job knowledge and skills through on-the-job training and training courses both on line and in person.
• Participate in regional trainings, work unit meetings, informal exchanges, committees, and task forces.
• Attend and participate in the required Maintenance Training Academy week or weeks each year.
• Attend new equipment commissioning trainings held by equipment vendors.
• Maintain technical knowledge of equipment, tools, and materials and adapt to any changes, updates, and any technology improvements or changes.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, standards, statutes, regulations, and other reference materials. Equipment maintenance manuals; Federal DOT guidelines.
• Communicate with supervisor on what specific training is needed to perform duties. Request specific training courses or opportunities.
• Use computer software and programs to complete online training and certification courses.
• Lead training on proper service and maintenance of equipment.

Work Environment

• Expected work schedule is 5 8-hour days.
• Approximately 40% of the time is spent in the field and 60% spent in the equipment shop.
• Required to respond to emergenciesoutside 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties.
• This position is required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with air brake within 6 months of hire (CDOT will provide training).
• New employees are required to take two weeks of maintenance training, while veteran CDOT employees are required to take one week of training each year. This training is completed in Aurora.

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