Equipment Technician - Diesel and Electrical Systems

State of South Dakota; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits (SDRS)

Paid leave and holidays

Dental and Vision

Job summary

State of South Dakota is seeking an Equipment Technician in Mitchell, SD. The role involves installing, diagnosing, and repairing diesel and automotive systems in a shop setting, with occasional outdoor work and exposure to weather.

The incumbent will perform major/minor repairs, weld as needed, and ensure preventive maintenance is completed. Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in automotive technology or equivalent, and have experience with diagnostic tools and repair of

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in automotive technology or completion of a post-secondary technical training program (30+ credit hours, ~1 year).
• 1 year of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, and repair diesel/automotive electrical, hydraulic, and computer systems on vehicles/equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and major/minor repairs; fabricate/modify components; and weld as needed.

Skills

Diesel technology

Electronic diagnostics

Internal combustion engines

DVOM / diagnostic tools

Welding / fabrication

Education

Associate's degree in automotive technology

Tools

Laptop diagnostic software

Scan tools

DVOM

Job description

State of South Dakota is seeking an Equipment Technician in Mitchell, SD. The role involves installing, diagnosing, and repairing diesel and automotive systems in a shop setting, with occasional outdoor work and exposure to weather.

The incumbent will perform major/minor repairs, weld as needed, and ensure preventive maintenance is completed. Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in automotive technology or equivalent, and have experience with diagnostic tools and repair of