Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Sign-On Bonus

State of Idaho; Rigby (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Idaho Transportation Department in Rigby, ID is seeking an experienced Mechanic to repair and maintain heavy-duty road maintenance equipment and light vehicles. This role requires diagnosing a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with diagnostic techniques, and a CDL Class A within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures relating to mechanical equipment and repair shops.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing gasoline and/or diesel automotive and construction type equipment; reading technical service manuals.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within 60 days of hire and pass pre-employment and random drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair a variety of equipment and vehicles used by the District, including heavy-duty road maintenance gear and light-duty vehicles.
• Repair electrical and electronic systems, including computer control components in trucks and equipment.
• Repair and maintain heating and air conditioning systems in vehicles and machinery.
• Fabricate and weld mechanical parts and components for equipment as needed.
• Mount and balance tires; repair steering and suspension systems on District vehicles.
• Maintain repair records using word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Diagnose and fabricate hydraulic systems used on district equipment.

Job description

Idaho Transportation Department in Rigby, ID is seeking an experienced Mechanic to repair and maintain heavy-duty road maintenance equipment and light vehicles. This role requires diagnosing a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with diagnostic techniques, and a CDL Class A within 60 days of hire.