Road & Bridge Mechanic – Diesel, Welding & Diagnostics

Saline County; Kansas; On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Job summary

Saline County Road and Bridge seeks a Road and Bridge Mechanic A to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems on heavy equipment. You will perform welding and fabricating, use diagnostic software, and operate precision gauges. CDL-A with endorsements or completion of the county program is required within 6 months.

Tool allowance provided. Mon-Fri hours with occasional variations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years verifiable experience as a line mechanic in repair/maintenance of diesel and gasoline engines as well as hydraulic, air, electrical, cooling and drive-train systems.
• A valid Class A CDL with air brake, tractor/trailer, and tanker endorsements or completion of Saline County Road and Bridge program within 6 months.
• Must be insurable under Saline County’s fleet insurance policy.
• Must be physically able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must supply own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Obtain diagnostic information and confirm corrections with equipment operator.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical systems on automotive equipment, heavy trucks, and construction equipment.
• Utilize laptop diagnostic software and test equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Operate metal fabrication tools (drill press, hydraulic press, grinders, lathe) and perform welding/cutting as needed.
• Read precision gauges (micrometers, dial indicators, calipers) and fabricate needed fixtures.
• Maintain shop tools and inventory; ensure a safe, clean work area.

Skills

Reading gauges

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Welding (gas/arc/mig)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laptop Diagnostic software

Drill press

Hydraulic press

Grinders

Lathe

Calipers/micrometers

Job description

Saline County Road and Bridge seeks a Road and Bridge Mechanic A to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems on heavy equipment. You will perform welding and fabricating, use diagnostic software, and operate precision gauges. CDL-A with endorsements or completion of the county program is required within 6 months.

Tool allowance provided. Mon-Fri hours with occasional variations.