Mechanic , II, III - District

Position: Mechanic I, II, III - District #10
Mechanic I, II, III - District #10

The position is anticipated to close on June 16, 2026, but applications will be accepted until position is filled and removed from the Delta County jobs website.

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Perform semi-skilled and skilled preventative maintenance and repair on all District heavy equipment, trucks, support vehicles, building maintenance and shop equipment. Assist with aspects of road and bridge maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and perform basic to sophisticated mechanical and electrical diagnosis of district equipment, passenger vehicles, heavy duty equipment, tractors, and supplemental equipment.
• Organize, schedule, perform and record preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Perform welding, layout and fabrication as necessary to meet district and organizational projects.
• Regularly, perform hand tool operation and maintenance: drills, grinder, impact wrenches, skill saw, reciprocating saw, cut off saw, shovels, brooms, rakes, squeegee, etc.
• Perform body repair and painting on district equipment.
• Track, maintain, order, record and complete invoicing process for shop tools, equipment and supplies.
• Complete preventative maintenance both scheduled and necessary such as, but not limited to oil and filter changes, greasing and lubrication, belt, light, and wiper blade changes, cleaning, fluid check and maintenance, etc.
• Monitor and oversee safety protocol in shop and during equipment repair.
• The primary location of employment for this position is the designated Delta County office/location with the exception of required duties that are to be performed off site as necessary. The employee is required to perform the majority (generally, at least 95%) of assigned duties from this designated office/location to allow for client, customer and coworker access and collaboration, unless prior written approval for an alternative arrangement, such as temporary remote work, has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or department head and maintained in the employee personnel file.
• Reliable and predictable attendance and punctuality are considered essential functions of this job. Employees are expected to be at their work area and ready to work at the scheduled start time to ensure consistent service delivery and operational efficiency.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Level I

• At least ten (10) years of experience in diesel, gasoline engine, equipment overhaul, welding, fabrication, electrical systems, body repair, and hand tools required.
• Combination of education, certification, licensure and experience could waive specific requirement.

Level II

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in county road and bridge district mechanical operations OR significant proven and demonstrated mechanical ability is required.
• Hold and maintain a class A Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a current medical card, desired, but not required.
• Satisfactorily, efficiently and safely operate, maintain and repair district equipment, shop tools and equipment.
• Successfully, demonstrate maintenance and repair of most district equipment.
• Demonstrate consistent compliance with safety and maintenance protocols and plans.
• Regularly and routinely meet performance expectations as documented in evaluations and review of responsibilities.
• Perform duties with regular accuracy at an intermediate level requiring only minimal supervision.

Level III

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Delta County Road and Bridge District operations is required.
• Expertly and safely operate, maintain and repair district equipment, shop tools and equipment. Demonstrate consistent compliance with safety and maintenance protocols and plans with no safety issues in the previous 2 (two) years.
• Regularly and routinely meet performance expectations as documented in evaluations and review of responsibilities.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair with little reliance on district foreman.
• Satisfactorily perform at least 4 of the following duties:
• Train and certify all operators of air brake trucks on proper detection and adjustment.
• Make recommendations and evaluations for annual budget and capital purchases.
• Direct mechanics and assistants in shop and maintenance work as assigned.
• Draft specifications for Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP).
• Assist with creation, maintenance and reconciliation of shop budget.
• Hold certifications or have completed specific equipment maintenance and mechanical training.

Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirement.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current and valid Colorado Commercial Driver's License Class A is preferred.
• Certification in diesel and/or mechanical studies is preferred.
• ASE Mechanical Certification is preferred
• DOT Certified Inspector in Colorado is preferred.

Hiring Range (Depending Upon Qualifications):

$27.32 to $30.05 hourly

General Benefits:

• Medical, dental,…