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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic III - SE Denver (CDL required)

Greenwood Village, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $80K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic for the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) based in Greenwood Village, CO. The role involves providing skilled mechanic services for a variety of heavy equipment, including diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles to ensure their operational safety.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Diagnoses and repairs Heavy Truck and construction equipment malfunctions on all major systems

Overhauls and rebuilds components and equipment on heavy truck and construction equipment

Uses test equipment to diagnose defects or malfunctions on heavy truck and construction equipment

Works on heavy truck and construction equipment such as 3.5-ton single axle and 10-ton tandem axle, tractor-trailers, front end loaders, motor graders, asphalt paving machines, and 15' mower tractors

Performs preventative maintenance and annual safety inspections

Designs and fabricates parts and special tools

Orders and procures parts and supplies

Uses computers to track vehicle repairs

Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment

Other job duties as assigned

Qualification

Heavy equipment repairDiesel engine diagnosisCDLB licensePreventative maintenanceASE certificationsSafety commitmentInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailTeamworkSelf-motivated

Required

A combination of four years of experience in automotive AND heavy equipment repair; AND/OR education in automotive or diesel equipment mechanics. (Must provide copy of transcript.)

At least ONE year of this experience must be with the diagnosis and repair of heavy diesel equipment such as 10-ton double axle snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines and/or 15' mower tractors

A current valid Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes that allows operation in Colorado

Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks

Some on-call and shift work may be required

May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider

Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays

Must be physically able to perform this position's essential job duties

Essential Services Designation – Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare

New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora, while veteran CDOT employees are required to attend training one week out of each year in Aurora

Preferred

Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section

Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position

Extensive experience with troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of automotive and heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment. Experience with equipment up to 10 tons is highly desirable

Medium/Heavy truck ASE Certifications in Diesel Engine, Drive Trains, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and A/C is preferred

Effective interpersonal and customer service skills

Self-starter and motivated to accomplish assigned tasks

Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations

Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy

Strong commitment to safety

Must have knowledge and know-how to use computers for vehicle diagnosing, data input, record keeping and email, and have the ability to quickly learn other software