Equipment Technician Series - Brookfield Maintenance Facility

State of Missouri; Brookfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking an equipment technician in Brookfield, MO to maintain and repair light vehicles and heavy construction equipment. The role progresses from entry-level to senior levels based on skill and experience, with salary bands posted above and strong career ladder opportunities.

The position requires a relevant technical education or training and experience in automotive/heavy equipment repair, plus CDL prerequisites and a valid inspection license.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or completion of a formal post-secondary diagnostic/repair program in automotive/heavy equipment.
• One year of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair OR two years of related work experience.
• Passing grade on CDL written test; must pass driving portion with tanker endorsement and specific status within 60 days of hire.
• Valid vehicle inspection license within 60 days of hire.
• Completion of a work simulation and a medical-physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and performs basic repairs to automobiles, trucks, tractors, loaders, motor graders, and other heavy equipment.
• Inspects, services, repairs, and overhauls transmissions, engines, clutches, drivelines, and other systems; tunes motors and fabricates parts as needed.
• Inspects, repairs, overhauls, and assembles automotive components like alternators, distributors, and starters.
• Completes mandated fleet inspections to ensure OSHA standards and safety compliance.
• May weld and modify equipment and fabricate parts.

Skills

Automotive repair experience

CDL exam requirement

Vehicle inspection license

Education

Associate’s Degree in Diesel Mechanics/Auto Mechanic/Automotive Technology

Technical training program in automobile/heavy equipment repair

Two years automotive/heavy equipment repair experience

Job description

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Brookfield, MO

Why You’ll Love This Position

The equipment technician performs entry-level skilled work in the maintenance and repair of light vehicles and heavy construction equipment. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position. The entry salary is posted above, with the Intermediate starting salary of $52,172.40, and a Senior starting salary of $56,346.24.

What You’ll Do

• Maintains and performs basic repairs to automobiles, trucks, tractors, loaders, motor graders, and other heavy equipment.
• Inspects, services, repairs, and overhauls transmissions, engines, clutches, drivelines, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies and ignition systems; repairs and installs hydraulic controls; tunes motors using standard testing equipment; dismantles, repairs, and reassembles air compressors, hydraulic jacks, pumps, cylinders, and related equipment.
• Inspects, repairs, overhauls, and assembles automotive components such as alternators, distributors, and starters.
• Completes mandated fleet inspections and ensures all equipment meets OSHA standards and all repairs and modifications are done in accordance with operational specifications and safety standards.
• May weld and modify equipment and fabricate parts.

Minimum Qualifications

All you need for success:

• Associate’s Degree in Diesel Mechanics, Auto Mechanics, Automotive Technology, OR
• Completion of a formal post-secondary technical training program in automobile or heavy equipment‑related repair (of at least 30 credit hours or one school year in duration) AND one year of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair, OR
• Two years of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair.
• A passing grade on the written portion of the commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam is required prior to the hire date. Must pass the driving portion of the Class B CDL exam with tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, and interstate status (either Excepted Interstate [EI] or Non-Excepted Interstate [NI]) within 60 days of hire into the position.
• Valid vehicle inspection license within 60 days of hire into the position.
• Successful completion of a work simulation examination and medical-physical examination.

Special Working Conditions

• Job requires significant physical stamina and endurance.
• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

More Reasons To Love This Position

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open‑minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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