EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIAN

State of Arizona Enterprise Technology (ASET); Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Transportation is seeking an Equipment Repair Technician to join their skilled team. This position involves maintaining and repairing a variety of light and heavy-duty machinery, focusing on diagnostics and mechanical repairs. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Class B CDL and have strong experience in mechanical repair processes, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the state fleet. Competitive salary with excellent benefits, including paid time off and training assistance.

Benefits

13 days paid vacation

10 paid holidays

Educational assistance

Uniforms provided

Personal Tool Allowance

Safety-toe Shoe reimbursement

Qualifications

• Three years of journey-level experience in diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty trucks.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and maintenance practices.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and pass a physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on fleet vehicles and construction equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and keep accurate records.
• Drive to job sites for repairs and road test vehicles after maintenance.

Skills

Diagnosis and repair of gasoline and diesel engines

Electrical systems inspection and repair

Computerized diagnostic analyzer use

Fabrication and modification of equipment

Education

Valid Class B CDL

EPA Section 609 Certification

Job description

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EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIAN

Job Location:

Address: GAME AND FISH SHOP

5000 W. CAREFREE HIGHWAY, PHOENIX, AZ 85086

Posting Details

Salary: $44,034.12 - $54,034.12

Anticipated Salary: $49,034.12

Grade: 17

Closing Date: 06/24/2025

If you are a skilled and experienced mechanic with a passion for problem solving and diagnosing, and you want to be part of an elite team working on a variety of automotive and medium/heavy duty construction equipment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! This Equipment Repair Technician position offers a great opportunity for you to combine your journey level mechanical experience and your excellent diagnostic skills in maintaining the Light/Heavy Equipment Fleet for ADOT. You’ll stay challenged with a diverse set of job duties and enjoy working in a fast-paced and supportive work environment. CDL training will be provided by Equipment Services and ADOT.

We offer weekends off with 13 days paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, excellent benefits including health, dental & vision plans, employee assistance program, educational assistance, career stability and a culture that values opportunity for growth and professional development where your skills will be recognized and rewarded!

This position is eligible to participate in the ASE Stipend Pay Program, employees can earn up to $14,400 a year with qualifying certifications. We reimburse 100% of the cost for passed tests and offer training assistance!

Uniforms provided to shop employees at no charge and are eligible to participate in the Safety-toe Shoe reimbursement program (100% of cost up to $250.00 every other calendar year)

Personal Tool Allowance of $1000.00 per calendar year and Personal Tool Insurance Coverage 100% for qualified losses on state premises

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm

Anticipated hiring salary is $23.5741 hourly ($49,034 annually) with a potential to earn up to $30.4971 hourly ($63,434 annually) when ASE Triple Master Certified Technician status is obtained.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for performing highly skilled diagnostic, inspections, and mechanical repairs of electrical, electronic, and/or hydraulic systems on a wide variety of automotive/heavy construction equipment.

Duties

Diagnose and repair gasoline and diesel powered internal combustion engines. Diagnose operational, mechanical, hydraulic, & electrical malfunctions of Equipment.

Inspect a wide variety of automotive and/or heavy construction equipment in accordance with safety/scheduled preventative maintenance checklists.

Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, engines, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, tractors, welding machines, paint stripers, arrow boards, paint pumps and guns, rollers, trenchers, and weed sprayers.

Operate vehicles and/or equipment requiring a commercial driver’s license. Road test equipment after repair and maintenance has been completed and maintain daily records.

Fabricate and modification of equipment, drive shop truck to various job sites to perform repairs.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Power/drive train system inspection, diagnosis and repair procedures.
• Electrical systems inspection, diagnosis, and repair procedures.
• Electronic control systems inspection, diagnosis, and repair procedures.
• Computerized diagnostic analyzer use procedures and practices.
• Hydraulic systems inspection, diagnosis, and repair procedures.
• Operating principles of gasoline and diesel powered internal combustion engines.
• Fleet maintenance shop safety principles and practices.
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Cutting, welding and fabrication.
  
  

Skill

• Repairing and maintaining mechanical, electrical, electronic and automotive/heavy construction equipment.
• Operating computerized diagnostic analyzer equipment.
• Estimating time cost of repair maintenance work for a wide variety of automotive/heavy construction equipment.
• Scheduling/coordinating automotive/heavy construction equipment service and repair to maximize utilization.
  
  

Ability

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Interpret repair manuals, service bulletins and recall bulletins.
• Utilize a PC and PC programs such as Google Workspace and Microsoft office.
• Manage time effectively.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull 90 lbs; pass a physical exam.
  
  

Selective Preference(s)

Three years of journey level experience diagnosing and repairing a variety of Light/Medium/Heavy Duty Trucks and/or Construction Equipment. Automotive Service of Excellence (ASE) Master Certification in Medium-Heavy Duty Truck preferred but not required.

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

Position requires possession of a valid Class B CDL or the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within six months of employment. Must retain said license and any endorsements during the period of employment. Additional endorsements may be required during the period of employment to meet shop mission requirements.

EPA Section 609 Certification or the ability to obtain the certification within six months of employment.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  
  

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at [e-mail] or phone call at [phone] option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone] option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration and IT Services and IT Consulting

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