Senior Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician III

Maryland Department of Transportation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) seeks skilled maintenance technicians for advanced repair and routine maintenance of motor vehicles, diesel engines, and heavy equipment. Duties include preventive maintenance, engine analyses, and component inspections, with on‑call 24/7 coverage during hazardous weather or highway conditions.

Employees must be available for on‑call duty, endure outdoor work in all weather, and may be required to pass drug testing.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: Four years of experience servicing, maintaining and repairing motor vehicles, gasoline and/or diesel engines, or heavy‑duty construction equipment.
• Extensions for additional documented experience, accredited training programs, military service, or ASE certifications are available on a year‑for‑year basis as described in the original notice.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard preventive maintenance services such as oil changes, lubricating chassis joints, and overall vehicle inspection.
• Conduct electronic engine analyses and specialized tests, including cylinder compression and fuel pump manifold vacuum.
• Road test all equipment repaired before release from the shop.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) seeks skilled maintenance technicians for advanced repair and routine maintenance of motor vehicles, diesel engines, and heavy equipment. Duties include preventive maintenance, engine analyses, and component inspections, with on‑call 24/7 coverage during hazardous weather or highway conditions.

Employees must be available for on‑call duty, endure outdoor work in all weather, and may be required to pass drug testing.