DOT Heavy Equipment Mechanic: Diesel & Snowplows

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

IPERS Retirement Package

401A plan with employer contributions

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Iowa Department of Transportation in Sioux City is seeking a skilled Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines and heavy equipment, including snowplows and dump trucks. You will use diagnostic tools and maintain detailed service records while ensuring safety and reliability of transportation assets.

The role requires a CDL permit, Class A CDL within 5 months of hire, and on-call responsibility during emergencies.

Qualifications

• 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 above), 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.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and electrical components for trucks and heavy equipment.
• Leverage computer-based diagnostic tools and maintenance software to troubleshoot issues, document repairs, and stay current with evolving vehicle technologies.
• Perform proactive preventative maintenance to ensure optimal performance of snowplows, dump trucks, loaders, and other specialized vehicles.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns, identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate and detailed service records to track maintenance history and support compliance standards.
• Operate snow-removal equipment to clear snow, ice, and frost from roadways, ensuring safe and accessible travel conditions.

Job description

Iowa Department of Transportation in Sioux City is seeking a skilled Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines and heavy equipment, including snowplows and dump trucks. You will use diagnostic tools and maintain detailed service records while ensuring safety and reliability of transportation assets.

The role requires a CDL permit, Class A CDL within 5 months of hire, and on-call responsibility during emergencies.