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Senior Heavy Mechanic

State Of Wyoming

Job Location:

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 9 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 6 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Provide support and maintenance of fleet vehicles and equipment as well as Federal Excess Personal Property (FEPP) and Firefighter Property (FFP). Travel to remote locations to perform these duties as the absence of the supervisor provide supervision of three mechanics. Provide direction on a daily basis to mechanics by the direction of the supervisor on maintenance repair and inspections of fire apparatus shop equipment and fleet vehicles and fabrication of new equipment.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
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Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer / /

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

Evaluate mechanical problems perform diagnostic tests interpret the results and decide the best course of action needed.
Diagnose and repair special computerized equipment.
Travel for field repairs and annual services.
Inspect and maintain shop equipment and train staff on how to use new equipment.
Run reports to ensure that preventive maintenance is accomplished on equipment.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.

KNOWLEDGE:

Use of diagnostic scanners for automotive repairs.
Possess a high level of mechanical ability.
Ability to troubleshoot various mechanical issues with a given piece of equipment.
Ability to gas and arc weld using cutting torches and plasma cutters and also design parts.
Ability to use hand and power tools.
Knowledge of hydraulics electrical welding/fabrication auto body/paint.
Knowledge of repair methods and techniques including diesel heavy equipment and light duty vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Ability to obtain a CDL

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

Ability to obtain a CDL

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

May be required to work in all objectionable conditions: outside cold heat wind roadside etc.
May be required to work with hazardous materials in the repair of equipment which requires the use of special protective equipment respirator rubber suit gloves goggles etc.
May encounter health and safety hazards from mechanical chemical electrical fire and explosive hazards in the performance of duties.
Must be physically capable of long periods of hard manual labor and heavy lifting plus being able to perform these tasks while wearing a respirator.
Will be on call 24 hours a day and must reside within a maximum response time of 45 minutes to the shop.

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