Fleet - Heavy Equipment Mechanic II, III And/Or IV

Position Summary

Heavy Equipment Mechanic II:$22.91 - $34.37 Hourly

Under general supervision, performs a variety of unskilled and skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light duty, medium duty, heavy trailer, truck and road maintenance equipment

Heavy Equipment Mechanic III:$25.21 - $37.80 Hourly

Under limited supervision, performs a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light-duty, medium-duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment

Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV:$27.72 - $41.58 Hourly

Under limited supervision, performs lead duties over Heavy Equipment Mechanic staff in the Fleet Department. Performs a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light duty, medium duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment. May fill in for supervisor in their absence.

• THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS*

What You Will Do

Heavy Equipment Mechanic II:

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems and hydraulic systems.

• Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends; balances tires, adjusts drive lines and repairs damaged vehicle bodies.

• Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.

• Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.

• Performs general in shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two-way radio system installations, cooling system problems and fuel system problems.

• Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.

• Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin screw rear axles and compressor systems.

• Performs engineering, layout, fabrication and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment.

• Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents and disposes of trash and waste as required.

• Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.

• Answers phone and radio calls.

• Orders and picks up parts.

• Provides instruction on equipment operation.

• Makes welding repairs.

• Performs on-site service and emergency calls

Heavy Equipment Mechanic III:

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems and hydraulic systems.

• Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends; balances tires, adjusts drive lines and repairs damaged vehicle bodies.

• Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.

• Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.

• Performs general in shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two-way radio system installations, cooling system problems and fuel system problems.

• Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.

• Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin screw rear axles and compressor systems.

• Performs engineering, layout, fabrication and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment.

• Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents and disposes of trash and waste as required.

• Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.

• Answers phone and radio calls.

• Orders and picks up parts.

• Provides instruction on equipment operation.

• Makes welding repairs.

• Performs on-site service and emergency calls.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV:

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems and hydraulic systems.

• Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends; balances tires, adjusts drive lines and repairs damaged vehicle bodies.

• Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.

• Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.

• Performs general in shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two-way radio system installations, cooling system problems and fuel system problems.

• Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.

• Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin screw rear axles and compressor systems.

• Performs engineering, layout, fabrication and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment.

• Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents and disposes of trash and waste as required.

• Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.

• Answers phone and radio calls.

• Orders and picks up parts.

• Provides instruction on equipment operation.

• Makes welding repairs.

• Performs on-site service and emergency calls.

What You Have

Heavy Equipment Mechanic II:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.

LICENSE:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of hire required.

CERTIFICATE:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Forklift operator certification within 120 days of hire required.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Medium/Heavy Truck within one (1) year of hire in one (1) or more of the followingrequired: Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, Truck Equipment Installation and Repair, Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair, and/or Auxiliary/Power Systems Installation and Repair.

• Note:Similar or related Manufacturer Certification will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must successfully pass a background check.

• Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening.

• Must maintain licenses/certifications current.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic III:EDUCATION:* High School Diploma or GED equivalency preferred.EXPERIENCE:* Three (3) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.LICENSE:* Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of hire required.* Possession of, a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsementpreferred.CERTIFICATE:* Possession of, or ability to obtain, Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certificationrequired upon hire.* Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Forklift operator certification within 120 days of hire required.* Possession of, one to three (1-3) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium/Heavy Truck required upon hire in:Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems,Truck Equipment Installation and Repair, Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair, and/or Auxiliary/Power Systems Installation and Repair.* Possession of an ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Master Certification preferred.* Note:Similar or related Manufacturer Certification will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certification.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:* Must successfully pass a background check.* Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening.* Must maintain licenses/certifications current.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalencypreferred.

• Associate's Degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Repairpreferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Six (6) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.

LICENSE:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement required upon hire.

• Possession of, a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsementwithin 120 days of hire required.

CERTIFICATE:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certificationrequired upon hire.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Forklift operator certification within 120 days of hire required.

• Possession of, four(4) or more current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium/Heavy Truck required upon hire in:

Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems,Truck Equipment Installation and Repair, Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair, and/or Auxiliary/Power Systems Installation and Repair.

• Possession of an ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Master Certification preferred.

• Note:Similar or related Manufacturer Certification will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must successfully pass a background check.

• Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening.

• Must maintain licenses/certifications current.

What Pueblo County Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees

• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual

• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities

• County Retirement Program

• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership

• Truly inclusive and diverse environment

• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)

• 4-week Paid Parental Leave Benefit