Mechanic 3033951

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Valley City (ND); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Dakota Department of Transportation seeks skilled Mechanics in Valley City, ND. This full-time role repairs and maintains DOT vehicles and equipment, diagnoses complex issues, and installs radios and safety gear. Candidates must meet state licensing and education requirements and be prepared for on-call duties and variable shifts.

Starting salaries range monthly from 4,424 to 5,462 USD depending on grade, with a strong total rewards package and opportunities to grow within Team ND.

Qualifications

• Class B license required for Mechanic III.
• Two-year automotive or diesel/industrial equipment technology curriculum.
• Two years of related work experience.
• Master technology program substitution allowed for the 2-year curriculum and experience.
• Mechanic II requires Class A permit by the first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Repair vehicles and equipment to keep them ready for use.
• Diagnose and repair fleet trucks and DOT equipment.
• Install components to equipment and vehicles (radios, safety lighting, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and repair automotive systems including brakes, engines, and electronics.
• Install 2-way radios and design wiring schematics for accessories.
• Repair heavy trucks and equipment including brakes, hydraulics, and diesel engines.
• Operate heavy equipment and perform snow removal when required.
• Maintain shop tools, area, and Fleet Focus records.

Skills

Driver license

Welding

Automotive repair

Diagnostics

Radio installation

Education

Two-year automotive/diesel technology curriculum

Three-year master technology program substitution

High school diploma or GED

Class A driver license by start (Mechanic II)

Job description

Job ID 3033951
Location Valley City, ND
Salary Range From 4424.00 To 5462.00 Monthly
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
FLSA Status Nonexempt
Valley City District, Valley City Shop, Valley City, ND

Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today.

NDDOT Starting Salary for Mechanic III: $5,462 per month

NDDOT Starting Salary for Mechanic II: $4,916 per month

NDDOT Starting Salary for Mechanic I: $4,424 per month

As a Mechanic, you will repair vehicles and equipment to keep vehicles and equipment ready for use, you will diagnosis and repair all fleet trucks and DOT equipment. Install different components to DOT equipment and vehicles including radios, safety lighting, light bars, sirens, etc. Your duties will include:

Automobile Repair – Troubleshoot and repair systems on cars and pickups; computerized automotive systems with use of complex computer diagnosis system, electrical, transmission, differentials, drivelines, clutches, heating and air conditioning, carburetors and fuel injection systems, brakes and antilock systems, tires, windshields and computerized air bag system and body computers.

Radio Installation and Accessories – Installation of 2-way radios, wire and design wiring schematics for electrical accessories, roof antennas, safety equipment, prisoner cages, red lights on law enforcement vehicles. Install emblems, decals, and stripes, cut out switches for Game and Fish enforcement vehicles and mobile vision camera and work with mobile data computers.

Light and Heavy Truck Repair – Troubleshoot and repair single and tandem axle trucks; brakes, hydraulics, clutches, drivelines, electrical, gas and diesel engines, tune-ups, transmission repairs, windshields, electronic shift automatic transmission, electronic instrument cluster, computerized diesel engines with use of lap top computer to diagnose, electronic or hydraulic systems, and antilock brake systems.

Heavy Equipment Operation - Perform periodic equipment operation along with performing snow removal on state grounds.

Shop Maintenance and Recordkeeping – maintain tools and shop area, fill out time sheets accurately, use Fleet Focus system, check and report accident hazards.

Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position as a Mechanic III, you must have a Class B Driver License, completed a two-year curriculum in automotive or diesel/industrial equipment technology, and 2 years of work experience performing duties similar in type and complexity as those listed in the summary of work.

Completion of a three-year master technology program and one year of work experience performing duties listed in the summary of work can substitute for the 2-year curriculum and 2 years of experience.

To be considered for this position as a Mechanic II, you must have, at minimum, a Class A permit by the first day of employment, completed a two-year curriculum in automotive or diesel/industrial equipment technology.

The employee will then have 12 months to take the behind-the-wheel exam and get the class A driver’s license with air brakes and with a cargo-tank endorsement. The district will make the equipment available for the employee to practice driving during this time.

As a Mechanic I, you must have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Class A permit by the first day.

Applies to all levels:

Work experience performing duties similar in type and complexity to those to be performed on vehicles and equipment like those to be serviced may be substituted for the educational requirement of the basis of one year of work experience for one year of education.
Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) reflecting the required abilities for this position may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis. Related MOS codes include Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B), Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance (2T3X1).
Successful applicant must provide required tools on the date of hire and allowed up to $2,000.00 per fiscal year for tools. List of required tools is available from any district office.
Position may require work after hours, on weekends, and holidays during road and weather emergencies; demonstrated ability to function around vehicular and maintenance traffic.
Position requires knowledge of and be capable of welding.
As determined by the district engineer or division director, employees will at times be required to report to work within 30 minutes in situations involving emergency, storm, or public safety concerns. Employees with residence outside the 30-minute requirement must make appropriate arrangements to make themselves available during such conditions.
Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and the required drug test, job function testing, reference check and driving records check.

About Team ND
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.