Vehicle & Equipment Technician I – Maintenance & Welding

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible schedules

Job summary

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventative maintenance on state vehicles and equipment, including welding, electrical and hydraulic repairs. You may install weather-related equipment and respond to field service calls to diagnose and fix issues.

Applicants must have at least six months of related experience or an approved school equivalence, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six months of work experience directly related to the area of employment.
• Completion of one academic year of Automotive Technology or Diesel Engine curriculum may substitute for six months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspection on state vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with welding and fabrication to repair/upgrade equipment.
• Install and repair inclement weather equipment like snow plows and spreaders.
• Enter time and labor data accurately on time sheets.
• Maintain electrical systems and repair hydraulic hoses, pumps and motors.
• Repair starters, alternators and carburetors and service mowers.
• Respond to service calls in the field and assess problems.
• Operate safely following PPE and environmental policies.

Skills

Maintenance

Welding

Electrical work

Hydraulics

Education

High School Automotive/Diesel curriculum

Tools

PPE

Job description

The State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventative maintenance on state vehicles and equipment, including welding, electrical and hydraulic repairs. You may install weather-related equipment and respond to field service calls to diagnose and fix issues.

Applicants must have at least six months of related experience or an approved school equivalence, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.