Highway Equipment Mechanic: Diagnostics & Repairs

Murray County; Slayton (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray County is seeking a full-time Mechanic for the Highway Department. The position involves semi-skilled to skilled mechanical work on a range of highway maintenance vehicles and equipment, plus duties as a Maintenance Worker as required.

Minimum qualifications include an A.S. degree in heavy equipment/truck maintenance or equivalent experience, with ability to obtain various endorsements and certifications within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• A.S. degree in heavy equipment and truck maintenance or related field and two (2) years of progressive qualified work experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled and skilled mechanical work on highway maintenance vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems on light, heavy, and specialized highway maintenance equipment.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs, replacements, and modifications on equipment.
• Fabricate metal parts to repair or outfit equipment for the department.
• Perform annual MN certified commercial vehicle inspections.
• Maintain grounds by mowing, trimming, and snow removal.
• Load culverts, signs, posts, and materials for other entities.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diagnostics & repair

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

Education

A.S. degree in heavy equipment & truck maintenance

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Murray County is seeking a full-time Mechanic for the Highway Department. The position involves semi-skilled to skilled mechanical work on a range of highway maintenance vehicles and equipment, plus duties as a Maintenance Worker as required.

Minimum qualifications include an A.S. degree in heavy equipment/truck maintenance or equivalent experience, with ability to obtain various endorsements and certifications within specified timeframes.