Heavy Equipment Mechanic — Diesel & Hydraulic Systems

State of Wyoming; Torrington (WY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

FMLA

Holidays

Pension and 457B retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Work-life balance

Meaningful work

Job summary

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) in Torrington is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair a wide range of heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment essential to keeping Wyoming’s roadways safe and operational.

Under direct supervision, you’ll perform skilled mechanical work including diesel and gasoline engine overhauls and tune-ups, brake and steering repairs, transmission and hydraulic system maintenance, and other essential mechanical tasks.

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants who have completed any equipment certification exams.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and industry standards is expected.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Conducts preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Performs safety inspections on automotive components and equipment.
• Reads and interprets technical manuals to diagnose problems.
• Rigs and fabricates new equipment to district standards.
• Creates repair orders and manages inventory of shop supplies.
• Designs and fabricates parts for tractors, mowers, and machinery for specialized applications.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Diesel and gasoline engines

Diagnostics tools

Welding and fabrication

Safety procedures

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) in Torrington is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair a wide range of heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment essential to keeping Wyoming’s roadways safe and operational.

Under direct supervision, you’ll perform skilled mechanical work including diesel and gasoline engine overhauls and tune-ups, brake and steering repairs, transmission and hydraulic system maintenance, and other essential mechanical tasks.