Temporary Assistant Equipment Technician 2026

State of Wyoming; Torrington (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Wyoming, through WYDOT, seeks an assistant technician to support heavy equipment maintenance in Torrington or Wheatland. The role covers diesel and gasoline engine work, brakes, steering, transmission, and hydraulics in a temporary, full-time setting.

Responsibilities include reading manuals to diagnose issues, creating repair orders, maintaining shop inventory, and fabricating parts for tractors and machinery. A valid driver's license and ability to lift 50 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of automotive maintenance and repair methods.
• Ability to read technical manuals to diagnose problems.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and work in outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist WYDOT Mechanics in preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Assist in safety inspections and diagnosis of issues.
• Read manuals, diagnose problems, and create repair orders.
• Maintain shop inventory and organize tools and supplies.
• Assist in fabricating parts for tractors and machinery.

Skills

Automotive maintenance knowledge

Diagnostic tools proficiency

Physical stamina

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Grease and oil specs

Job description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under direct supervision, assist WYDOT Mechanics in performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks with automotive equipment on heavy-duty vehicles, including diesel and gasoline engine overhauls and tune-ups, brakes, steering, transmission, or hydraulic repair. This position can be located in Torrington or Wheatland, WY. Only one position is available. This is a temporary full-time position.

Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3243 / Madeline Miozzi / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Assists in conducting a wide variety of preventive maintenance and/or repairs on various automotive or heavy equipment, along with other self-propelled or towed equipment.
• Assists in performing safety inspections on all types of automotive components and heavy equipment vehicles.
• Reads and interprets technical manuals in order to diagnose and correct problems on vehicles and equipment.
• Rigs and fabricates new equipment to district standards.
• Creates repair orders.
• Responsible for inventory of shop, equipment, and supplies.
• Clean and organize the shop, tools, and supplies.
• Assists in designing and fabricating parts for tractors, mowers, and machinery for specialized applications.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience working in automotive maintenance and repair.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of methods and techniques of automotive maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of electronic principles and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of light and heavy-duty automotive equipment and their parts (i.e. hydraulics, hydrostatics, drive trains, gas, and diesel engine overhauls.)
• Knowledge of grease and oil specifications.
• Knowledge of general servicing of equipment.
• Knowledge of policies and safe work procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Constant use of manual and powered hand tools.
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods.
• Work in adverse environmental conditions
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Temporary, Full-time position

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - Field Operations - Equipment

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.