Senior Heavy Mechanic

Gillette is located on the rolling hills midway between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park and is one hour from Devils Tower National Monument. The Powder River Basin a geological structural basin produces over one-third of our nations coal.Youll have easy access to: hunting fishing camping skiing snowmobiling hiking golfing and other outdoor activities in the Black Hills or Big Horn Mountains. Enjoy all Wyoming has to offer - including no state income tax!

This position offers: **$2000 Hiring Bonus**See Notes section for eligibility

This position offers:

**$2000 Hiring Bonus**See notes for eligibility

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

and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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• Maintains and repairs trucks plows and various pieces of construction equipment.
• Evaluate mechanical problems perform diagnostic tests interpret the results and decide the best course of action needed.
• Diagnoses and repairs special computerized equipment.
• Orders parts and processes payments.
• Schedules repairs of equipment.
• Hold safety meetings and provide training on the use of all shop equipment used in fabrication and machining.
• Runs reports to ensure that preventive maintenance is accomplished on equipment.
• Performs journey-level skilled machining and fabrication of hard and soft metal alloys.
• Acts as a supervisor in the absence of the supervisor.

PREFERENCES:


Preference may be given to those who have completed any equipment certification exams skills in using fleet maintenance software and specialized automotive repair training.


KNOWLEDGE:

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls at any time including nights weekends and holidays. Individuals must report to the Department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving the call. Acceptance of an appointment to this classification signifies that the individual is aware of this requirement and will comply with it. Failure to be available for emergency work without an acceptable excuse will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action and possible dismissal.
• Individuals must report to the department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools.
• Frequent exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse environmental conditions.
• Ability to work around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently.
• Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls.

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Individuals in this classification will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Individuals in this classification must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Drivers License.
• This position includes a $100/month tool allowance.
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid drivers license
• Must be able to obtain a Welding Certification Card.
• 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.
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

  • Acceptance of a permanent full-time position posted for public recruitment.

  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.

  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.

  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive and funds will be recouped from final pay.

  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.

  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

  • If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period they would be required to pay the bonus back.

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Mechanics

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