Master Mechanic

State of Delaware; Delaware; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Delaware's Maintenance & Operations division seeks a Master Mechanic to perform expert-level mechanical and reclamation work across light, heavy, watercraft, and all-terrain equipment. You will diagnose, repair, rebuild, modify and install major systems and mentor junior mechanics, contributing to annual equipment budgeting.

Ideal candidates have multi‑engine diagnostics, welding, machining expertise and a valid driver’s license; CDL may be required.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding and calibrating light and heavy-duty engines and related equipment.
• Three years' experience in gas and electric welding.
• Three years' experience in machining or milling parts to manufacturer specifications.
• Knowledge of staff supervision gained through coursework or leadership experience; or supervising a team.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance: lubricating, cleaning, servicing, inspecting and testing equipment.
• Uses diagnostic equipment to evaluate, troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
• Repairs or replaces parts and assemblies with power and hand tools.
• Interprets schematics/blueprints for inspections, wiring and maintenance.
• Operates systems to research parts, prepare records and analyze malfunctions.
• Fabricates parts and performs gas/electric welding; conducts body repairs.
• Responds to road service requests and assists tow/trucks.
• conducts road tests to verify issues and post-maintenance status.
• Cleans/tools and shop facilities; adheres to safety and EPA rules.

Skills

Engine diagnosis

Gas welding

Machining

Staff supervision

Driver's license

Job description

Introduction

The mission of Maintenance & Operations is to provide excellence in transportation by keeping the state's road transportation network in a state of good repair through the careful and consistent application of personnel, equipment and financial resources.

Summary Statement

This is mechanical and machinist repair and reclamation work at the expert level. At this level, positions will conduct/oversee maintenance, fabricate, repair, rebuild, maintain, modify, and install major systems on a variety of light, heavy duty/watercraft/ and/or all-terrain equipment. Incumbents will be relied upon to provide advanced training to lower level mechanics, make recommendations to repair or replace equipment and provide information used to set fiscal year equipment budget.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Performs preventive maintenance to include lubricating, cleaning, servicing, inspecting, and testing equipment.
• Uses manual and computerized diagnostic equipment to evaluate, troubleshoot, make adjustments and diagnose equipment malfunctions or defects.
• Repairs/replaces various parts and assemblies using mechanic power and handtools.
• Interprets schematics and blue prints to perform inspections, diagnosis, wiring procedures, and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, ignition, lighting, warning, and injection assemblies and component systems.
• Operates computers, interprets parts, service, and automated equipment management system/ manuals to perform research, order parts, prepare records, and analyze equipment malfunctions.
• Fabricates parts, performs gas/electric welding and makes body repairs.
• Responds to road service requests and/or assists with tow trucks/wreckers.
• Conducts road test/operational checks for diagnostic purposes to determine equipment deficiencies and for post-maintenance tests.
• Cleans and cares for tools, equipment and shop facilities.
• Follows safety rules and practices, and complies with Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA) standards in the performance of duties.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Master Mechanic Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Three years' experience in diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding and calibrating light and heavy-duty engines, power trains, stabilizing mechanisms and related equipment requiring multiple integrated calibrations.

• Three years' experience in gas and electric welding.
• Three years' experience in machining or milling parts to comply with manufacturer specifications.
• Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Conditions of Hire

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid CDL Class A or B drivers license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving) OR obtain one during the initial 90‑day probationary period.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources . DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov .

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com .

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail] .

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.