Landfill Equipment Technician

Overview

Larimer County is seeking a hardworking and motivated Equipment Maintenance Technician to become a key part of our Fleet team at the Larimer County Landfill.

Typical schedule – 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday.

• Works safely in all weather conditions.
• Perform high‑quality PM and DOT inspections.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment, semi tractors, walking floor trailers, support, and maintenance equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance services on all equipment.
• Strictly adhere to established safety guidelines and protocols.

• Proven ability to service, diagnose, and repair charging and electrical systems, brake systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies, etc., on heavy equipment, semi tractors, walking floor trailers, and landfill support equipment.
• Ability to use computer equipment for diagnosis and repairs, work order system, emails, etc.
• Team player with good communication skills, able to work collaboratively.
• Able to keep a clean, organized work area.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Welding abilities (structural welding abilities not necessary).

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Two (2) years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities or certification in auto or diesel technology from an accredited program.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a Class "B" CDL at the discretion of the Fleet Director, depending upon necessity and position, required.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.