Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2

State of Washington

Vancouver (WA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks 2 Heavy Equipment Mechanics to maintain and repair a wide range of heavy equipment used for highway operations across the state. You will diagnose, service, and repair diesel, electric, and alternative‑fuel systems, ensure safety, reliability, and readiness of essential vehicles and equipment.

You will work variable shifts, respond to emergencies, and support team safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

Heavy equipment maintenance on vehicles over 26,000 GVW and related diagnostics.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair diesel, gasoline, electric, and alternative‑fuel motors and engines.
Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot transmissions, gear boxes, and drives.
Repair hydraulic and control systems including pumps, valves, and hydrostatic drives.
Repair braking systems including ABS and hydraulics.
Diagnose and repair light and heavy equipment components (powertrain, HVAC, CANBUS).
Perform diagnostic and repair work on snow removal and other highway equipment.
Troubleshoot, fabricate, weld, and install equipment components; protect equipment from corrosion.

Skills

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Fabrication

Electrical/electronic systems

Teamwork

Tools

Welders

Hoists

Air tools

Saws

Job description

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award‑winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world’s longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

Description

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking 2 Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2’s to help keep the vehicles and equipment essential to highway operations safe, reliable, and ready for use. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining the equipment WSDOT crews depend on to keep roadways safe and accessible for the traveling public. Your work will directly support safe and efficient transportation operations across the state. Join WSDOT and contribute your skills to a team committed to safety, service, and maintaining a transportation system that supports Washington communities and economic vitality.

What To Expect

Core business hours are from 6:30AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Thursday of Tuesday through Friday. Weekends and holidays may be required to respond to non‑scheduled call‑out emergencies. Must be able to report in service to assigned duty station within 60 minutes of an after‑hours call. Work alternate and emergency shifts, including night work as needed. May be called upon to respond to emergency situations any time of the day or at night, after shift and on weekends. Occasional standby and call‑back may be required.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role you will:

Maintain and repair diesel, gasoline, electric, and alternative‑fuel motors and engines, including diagnostics, adjustments, removal, and installation.
Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot manual, computer‑controlled, automated, and automatic transmissions, gear boxes, differentials, angle boxes, reduction boxes, transfer cases, torque converters, and hydrostatic drives.
Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot hydraulic and control systems, including hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, hydrostatic drives, and related components.
Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot braking systems and related components, including air, mechanical, hydraulic, ABS, pilot‑operated, power‑assist, traction control, and stability systems.
Diagnose and repair light and heavy equipment components and systems, including steering, cooling, HVAC, ventilation, powertrain, tires and wheels, electrical/electronic systems, CANBUS, and other specialized components.
Perform diagnostic and repair work on snow and ice removal, highway, construction, marine, material handling, paving, asphalt, excavating, catch basin cleaning, mobile traffic control equipment and maintain refueling sites.
Troubleshoot, repair, fabricate, weld, and install equipment and components, including safety lighting, hydraulic systems, hitches, reinforced bumpers, brackets, guards, snowplows, snow blowers, graders, excavators, sweepers, and other highway and construction equipment; protects equipment from corrosion and cleans equipment as needed.
Use the M‑5 Fleet Management System to create and adjust work orders, enter labor, charge parts, and review vehicle and equipment history records using a personal computer.

Qualifications

To be considered the following is required:

Heavy Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance: Demonstrated experience independently performing preventive maintenance, mechanical repairs and fabrication on heavy equipment and/or vehicles over 26,000 GVW as well as light- or medium‑duty vehicles; must be able to test drive or operate vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes and ensure operational status. Working knowledge of diesel, gasoline, electric, and alternative fuel engines, including principles of mechanical operation, diagnostics, and repair.
Shop Operations and Tools: Skilled in operating and maintaining a variety of automotive mechanic tools and shop equipment including welders, grinders, hoists, air tools, saws, forklifts, hand tools, jacks, etc. Safety Awareness and Compliance: Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and commitment to following safety policies, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling. Must be able to participate in the creation and implementation of safety plans and safety training.
Technical and Administrative Proficiency: Experience using electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, vehicle and equipment history, plus fleet and inventory management. Knowledge of researching and ordering parts, creating work orders, charging accounts for parts and labor. Proficient in standard computer applications including Microsoft Office and email communication.
Licensing and Certification: Possession of a valid driver’s license and attainment of a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N endorsement, within twelve (12) months of hire.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Experience contributing to a work environment that fosters a culture of respect and equal opportunity.
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Service‑Oriented: Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.

It Is Preferred That Qualified Candidates Also Have

Successful completion of vocational or technical training in heavy equipment and/or industrial/commercial equipment repair, including welding or journey‑level standing as heavy equipment and/or industrial/commercial mechanic as demonstrated by completion of a recognized apprenticeship or by journey‑level standing as recognized by a labor union.
ASE Certifications in Automotive and/or Heavy‑duty equipment.
DOT Brake Certification
Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems, including CAN bus and multiplex systems, with the ability to diagnose and repair faults.
Experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment such as graders, plows, loaders, excavators commonly used in highways, construction, or logging.

Important Notes

Typical schedule is 6:30.AM - 5:00 PM, Monday- Thursday or Tuesday- Friday, possibly varying shifts seasonally.
This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position is not eligible for remote work.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union‑represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non‑represented positions can be found in Chapter 357‑28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
WSDOT does not use the E‑Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

Work‑Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full‑time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Sidra.Fields@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference HEM2-41604m in the subject line.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That’s why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available for full‑time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full‑time work (e.g. part‑time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full‑time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer‑contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not‑for‑profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full‑time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part‑time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro‑rated basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full‑time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro‑rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357‑58‑175, an employer may authorize a lump‑sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357‑31‑165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave