Heavy Equipment Mechanic II

Under general supervision, performs a variety of unskilled and skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light duty, medium duty, heavy trailer, truck and road maintenance equipment.

Budgeted starting salary $29.21 Hourly (Grade 7 - $23.37- $35.06 Hourly)

Location: 280

E. McCulloch Blvd, Pueblo West, CO

Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:30am - 5pm

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.
• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems and hydraulic systems.
• Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends; balances tires, adjusts drive lines and repairs damaged vehicle bodies.
• Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.
• Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.
• Performs general in shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two-way radio system installations, cooling system problems and fuel system problems.
• Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.
• Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin screw rear axles and compressor systems.
• Performs engineering, layout, fabrication and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment.
• Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents and disposes of trash and waste as required.
• Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.
• Answers phone and radio calls.
• Orders and picks up parts.
• Provides instruction on equipment operation.
• Makes welding repairs.
• Performs on-site service and emergency calls.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency preferred

• Two (2) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of hire required
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Forklift operator certification within 120 days of hire required
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Medium/Heavy Truck within one (1) year of hire in one (1) or more of the following required
  :
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Diesel Engines
  • Drive Train
  • Brakes
  • Suspension and Steering
  • Electrical/Electronic Systems
  • Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
  • Truck Equipment Installation and Repair
  • Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair
  • and/or Auxiliary/Power Systems Installation and Repair.

Note:

Similar or related Manufacturer Certification will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certification.

For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience including supervisory experience.

• Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening
• Must maintain licenses and certifications
• Must successfully pass a background check

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)