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NEOGOV · 3 days ago

Mechanic - Iowa Falls

Iowa Falls - 50126 - Hardin County, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$56K/yr - $73K/yr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Mechanic for the Iowa Department of Transportation. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and heavy equipment to ensure the safety and efficiency of transportation services in Iowa.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, and electrical systems on DOT trucks and heavy equipment

Perform preventative maintenance to keep snowplows, dump trucks, loaders, and other specialized vehicles running strong

Troubleshoot breakdowns quickly to get equipment back in service

Maintain detailed maintenance and repair records

Conduct diesel emissions testing and compliance checks to meet state and federal environmental standards

Use diagnostic software and tools to identify and resolve complex diesel engine issues, including fuel injection systems, turbochargers, and aftertreatment systems (DEF, DPF, SCR)

Perform cold-weather diesel system preparation and maintenance, ensuring reliability during Iowa’s harsh winters

Collaborate with team members to share knowledge and stay current on emerging diesel technologies and best practices

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with DOT safety protocols

Qualification

Diesel engine repairHeavy equipment maintenanceDiagnostic software usageClass A CDLPreventative maintenanceSafety protocolsTeam collaborationCustomer focus

Required

Three years of full-time work experience in automotive or heavy equipment mechanic work

A total of three years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where 30 semester hours of post-high-school education in automotive or heavy equipment mechanics equals one year of full-time experience

Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Mechanic Helper

A Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for this role

Possession of a valid Commercial Learner's Permit upon hire

Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, a valid Commercial Driver's License with the required endorsements and applicable restrictions must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment

In conjunction with Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (parts 40 and 382), positions in this job class require a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program and will be subject to the regulations regarding the Federal drug and alcohol testing program

Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer, pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties assigned

Employees must be able to travel and may be required to stay away from home overnight during assignments

Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority, field maintenance employees are required to reside within a defined driving time, during normal conditions, from assigned work location

Employees must respond to emergency situations as required

Employees must have knowledge of winter maintenance operations such as anti-icing and deicing principles, snow and ice principles, and the effects of de-icing equipment on vehicles

Employees must also have skill in calibrating and maintaining electronic and hydraulic controls to ensure proper amounts of materials are applied to the roadway

Employees must be able to work up to 16 consecutive hours