Transportation Worker 3 Mechanic - Braxton & Lewis Co.

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); Hybrid; USD 27.000 - 38.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) seeks a Transportation Worker 3 Mechanic to join District 7 at the Heavy Maintenance Headquarters in Lewis County and the I-79 Section 4 Headquarters (Burnsville) in Braxton County, WV.

You will perform advanced mechanical work on gasoline and diesel-powered automotive and highway equipment, including overhauls, major repairs, hydraulic systems, fabricating from blueprints, and maintaining work orders and records.

Qualifikationen

• Four years of full-time experience as an automotive mechanic (gas/diesel).
• Ability to read blueprints and diagnose mechanical problems.
• Welding certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Valid driver's license at hire; CDL required within six months.

Aufgaben

• Fabricate engine and machinery parts from blueprints.
• Perform major overhauls and preventive maintenance on gasoline/diesel equipment.
• Repair hydraulic systems and weld components as needed.
• Maintain work orders and records of parts and repairs.
• Travel may be required; CDL will be required within six months.

Kenntnisse

Blueprint reading

Diagnose mechanical problems

Operate hand & power tools

Safety practices

Teamwork

Ausbildung

No formal education required

Tools

Welding equipment

Jobbeschreibung

**Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”

Take the next step in your mechanical career with the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH), where we are seeking talented Transportation Worker 3 Mechanics to join District 7 at the Heavy Maintenance Headquarters in Lewis County and the I-79 Section 4 Headquarters (Burnsville) in Braxton County, WV. In this vital role, you will perform advanced level mechanical work on gasoline and diesel-powered automotive and highway equipment, including major overhauls, preventative maintenance inspections, and complex hydraulic system repairs. Key responsibilities also include fabricating engine and machinery from blueprints, executing equipment welding repairs with appropriate welding certification and maintaining accurate records for work orders, parts inventory, and maintenance logs. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license at hire as travel may be required. A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within six (6) months of employment.

• The selected applicant will be placed in a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship Program. Progression through the apprenticeship program is dependent on hours completed, proficiency in work, training completed, as well as maintaining and/or obtaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• The WVDOT is responsible for the planning, construction, maintenance, and regulation of over 35,000 miles of state roads. This duty may necessitate employees working irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and more than 40 hours per week, occasionally without prior notice.
• In the area of assignment of a Mechanic, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within six (6) months of employment.
• Tier 1 hourly rate: $23.5738
• Not eligible for Tier 4.

• Fabricates engine and machinery parts from blueprints and drawings.
• Performs major overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered automotive and highway equipment.
• Performs a full range of maintenance, repair, and overhaul on diesel-powered engines and components exclusive to diesel equipment.
• Performs repairs to a variety of hydraulic systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections on heavy equipment.
• With appropriate welding certification, repairs highway maintenance vehicles and equipment using welding equipment.
• Maintains records of work orders, parts inventory, and repairs.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.
• In the area of assignment of Mechanic, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within six (6) months of employment.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of safety practices used in structural steel construction.
• Knowledge of the procedures, techniques, and equipment used in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety standards and procedures in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of basic blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of general construction and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered engines and their components.
• Knowledge of the operation of motor-driven equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate procedures for repairs.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read operation manuals, blueprints, and specifications in the area of assignment.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment in the area of assignment.
• Ability to perform skilled trades work in bridge construction and maintenance.
• Ability to operate and maintain highway equipment and attachments.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of daily maintenance activities and of gauges and meters used in heating, ventilation, and cooling systems.
• Ability to climb high steel structures.
• Ability to train and work cooperatively with other skilled and semi-skilled workers.

Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications

TRAINING/EDUCATION: No formal education required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as an automotive mechanic servicing either gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles or equipment.
• Substitutions: Successful completion of an approved vocational school program maybe substituted for two (2) years of the required experience in the specified area of assignment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

• Candidate Contact Name: Cathy Weaver
• Phone Number: [phone]
• Email Address: [e-mail]