Heavy Fleet Mechanic & Welder

Jefferson County, Mo Local Government; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Government in Missouri is seeking a Mechanic/Welder for the Heavy Fleet to maintain vehicles, operate heavy equipment, and weld metal components for roads and storm drainage systems.

The role requires 4+ years in vehicle and equipment maintenance, plus experience with automotive diagnostic software; Class B CDL is required, with Class A preferred. The job entails outdoor work in varying weather and physical labor as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in the maintenance of vehicles, machinery and heavy equipment.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with automotive diagnostic software, preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate vehicles and equipment for repair, preventive maintenance, and servicing.
• Operate diagnostic instruments, hand, electric, and air-driven tools.
• Inspects, repairs and services vehicles and equipment.
• Cuts and welds various metals.
• Operates heavy equipment of various sizes and types including loader, backhoe, grader, oil distributor, hilift, etc.
• Maintains a variety of records relating to maintenance records, bids, inventory, parts, materials hauled, etc.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automotive diagnostic software

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

Jefferson County Government in Missouri is seeking a Mechanic/Welder for the Heavy Fleet to maintain vehicles, operate heavy equipment, and weld metal components for roads and storm drainage systems.

The role requires 4+ years in vehicle and equipment maintenance, plus experience with automotive diagnostic software; Class B CDL is required, with Class A preferred. The job entails outdoor work in varying weather and physical labor as needed.