Equipment Mechanic II — CDL Training + Heavy Equipment

Texas Department of Transportation

Sherman (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative/Flexible schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health premiums paid (full-time)

On-the-Job Training

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Sherman, TX seeks an Equipment Mechanic II to perform advanced repair, maintenance and inspection of fleet vehicles and heavy equipment used in highway/bridge construction. You will diagnose with computerized systems, ensure safety features, and may travel to other shops within the state.

Applicants should have 4 years of relevant diagnostics/repair experience and hold a Class A CDL; a valid State Inspector's license is a plus.

Qualifications

4 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair.
Associate's degree may substitute for 2 years experience; certificates may substitute year-for-year.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic information.
Adjusts brakes and replaces brake system parts including air brakes and anti-lock systems.
Handles hazardous materials per federal/state laws and disposes properly.
Checks lighting and wiring for proper operation of headlights, spotlights, and taillights.
Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance.
Orders and delivers parts and operates equipment including heavy machinery.
Performs preventive maintenance and inspections on motor vehicles/equipment; moves items as needed.
Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles/equipment.
May travel to other shops within the state as required.
Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems and fuel injection systems.
Uses computerized diagnostic analyzers for complex diagnostics.
Prepares vehicles with safety features (first aid kits, fire extinguishers, radios).