H5255 - Equipment Repair Technician Wage No CDL

Virginia Department of Transportation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking an Equipment Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, inspect and maintain a wide range of motorized and mechanical equipment used in construction, highway maintenance, and grounds work. Work locations vary, and duties include diagnosing failures, performing repairs, adhering to PM schedules, and recommending outsourcing when needed.

The role requires reading manuals, following instructions, and using electronic testing devices; welding and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of diagnosing and repairing diesel and gasoline engines.
• Ability to read and interpret repair manuals.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicle, equipment, or asset failures using electronics and manuals and online resources; recommend outsourcing for major repairs when needed.
• Perform repairs and overhauls on engines, drivetrains, electrical and climate systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to PM schedule and guidelines; repair or recommend outsourcing as needed.
• Weld, fabricate, modify components to repair or replace parts.
• Perform duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Diagnostic testing

Manual reading

Troubleshooting electrical

Manual labor

Computer usage

Education

Training in Equipment Repair

ASE certification desired

Tools

Electronic testing equipment

Shop computers

Job description

Diagnose, repair, inspect and maintain motorized and mechanical equipment related to construction, highway maintenance, grounds, and automotive equipment of all types and in varied locations. Perform special duties as assigned.

How you will contribute:

• Diagnosis and Repair: Diagnose vehicle, equipment or asset failures using electronic testing equipment, service and equipment repair manuals and on-line resources. Recommend outsourcing for major repairs when needed.


• Perform Repair Work : Perform repairs and overhauls to all types of automobiles, equipment, and tools to include engines, transmissions, driveline components, electrical and computer systems, fuel injection systems, air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic components and air brakes.


• Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.


• Preventive Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment, or assets according to PM schedule and guidelines. Make repairs as needed when deficiencies are found or recommend outsourcing.


• Welding Repair and Fabrication: Design, fabricate, modify, and weld components to repair, rebuild, or replace parts.

What will make you successful:

• Ability to comprehend service and repair manuals, gauges, and testing devices.


• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.


• Ability to independently perform major repairs and maintenance on a variety of diesel and gasoline trucks and equipment.


• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations.


• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.


• Ability to read and comprehend service and equipment repair manuals, gauges, and testing devices.


• Knowledge of cutting, welding and fabrication operations.

Additional Considerations:

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Equipment Repair or related field desired.


• ASE certification desired.

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

VDOT Code of Ethics

Standards of Conduct