Heavy Equipment Mechanic III - Limon CDL Training Provided

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• Summer work hours are Mon Thur. 06:30 5:00 pm; Winter hours are Mon. Fri. 08:00 4:30 pm
• Approximately 40 of the time is spent in the field and 60 spent in the equipment shop
• Required to respond to emergenciesoutside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays
• Some oncall time may berequired
• May be required to work different shifts in emergency situations.
• Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where he/she can be reached for the purpose of responding to an emergency
• Required to lift up to 70 lbs
• Required to bend kneel climb in/out of trucks when maintaining and repairing equipment
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Must be able to read understand follow and give oral and written instructions
• Frequent travel during work day to perform field repairs as well as to attend trainings and meetings
• Required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time hot and cold
• Exposure to loud noises
• Exposure to fumes odors gases dusts etc. that may affect breathing eyes and skin
• Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600V) and electrical shock
• May be exposed to cleaning chemicals and equipment lubrication and cooling fluids
• Must be able to hear and communicate via cell phone and state radio to relay information and respond to field calls
• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties
• This position is required to have a Commercial Drivers License Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes or manual transmissions that allows operation in Colorado after 12 months of hire
• New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training. Veteran CDOT employees are required to attend maintenance training one week out of each year.

• Satisfactory completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or higher level noncorrespondence coursework from an accredited college or technical school beyond high school in automotive and diesel equipment mechanics or heavy equipment mechanics may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required experience. Unofficial transcripts or a copy of your certificate of completion are required if substituting this education for experience and must be uploaded within your online application.

• Must possess and maintain a current valid Commercial Drivers License Class A with 12months of hire.
• Must pass a preemployment screening which may include social security number trace criminal records check public court records check educational records and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
• May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e. drug test) and DOT physical through our medical provider.
• Essential Services Designation: Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health safety and welfare.
• New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora while veteran CDOT employees are required to attend training one week out of each year in Aurora.
• Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays.
• Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where you can be reached for the purposes of responding to an emergency.

• Demonstrated success with the duties as listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Current valid CDL Class B with no restriction on air brakes;
• Extensive experience with troubleshooting diagnosis and repair of automotive and heavy duty diesel vehicles and equipment up to 10 tons is highly desirable;
• Extensive experience designing andfabricating parts and special tools needed for unique and emergency situations;
• Medium/Heavy truckASE Certificationsin Diesel Engine Drive Trains Brakes Suspension and Steering Electrical/Electronic Systems Heating Ventilation andA/C is preferred;
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills;
• Effective oral communication and customer service skills;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Strong reasoning analytic thinking troubleshooting and problem solving skills;
• Use ofinnovative approacheswhen performing repairs with considerationfor available resources budget time efficiency and safety;
• Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances;
• Strong commitment to safety;
• Strong positive and cando attitude;
• Selfstarter and motivated to accomplish assigned tasks;
• Conscientious organizedand reliable in maintaining the shop and completing assigned duties;
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
• Ability to quickly learn with minimal direction;
• Ability to adapt to changes in work assignments and environments;
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
• Must have knowledge and knowhow to use computers for vehicle diagnosing data input record keeping and email and have the ability to quickly learn software.

1. All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
2. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

• Part or all of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
• Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications experience work products and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties Minimum Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.

1. A top group up to six candidates will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.