Equipment Technician Series - St. Joseph Maintenance Facility

Equipment Technician Series - St. Joseph Maintenance Facility

The equipment technician performs entry-level skilled work in the maintenance and repair of light vehicles and heavy construction equipment. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

• Maintain and perform basic repairs to automobiles, trucks, tractors, loaders, motor graders, and other heavy equipment.
• Inspect, service, repair, and overhaul transmissions, engines, clutches, drive lines, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies, and ignition systems; repair and install hydraulic controls; tune motors using standard testing equipment; dismantle, repair, and reassemble air compressors, hydraulic jacks, pumps, cylinders, and related equipment.
• Inspect, repair, overhaul, and assemble automotive components such as alternators, distributors, and starters.
• Complete mandated fleet inspections and ensure all equipment meets OSHA standards and all repairs and modifications are done in accordance with operational specifications and safety standards.
• May weld and modify equipment and fabricate parts.

• Associate’s Degree in Diesel Mechanics, Auto Mechanics, Automotive Technology, OR
• Completion of a formal post-secondary technical training program in automobile or heavy equipment-related repair (at least 30 credit hours or one school year in duration) AND one year of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair, OR
• Two years of experience in automotive or heavy equipment repair.
• A passing grade on the written portion of the commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam is required prior to the hire date. Must pass the driving portion of the Class B CDL exam with tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, and interstate status (either Excepted Interstate [EI] or Non-Excepted Interstate [NI]) within 60 days of hire.
• Valid vehicle inspection license within 60 days of hire.
• Successful completion of a work‑simulation examination and medical‑physical examination.

• Job requires significant physical stamina and endurance.
• Job requires exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse or otherwise undesirable characteristics in the environment.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. If you embrace MoDOT’s values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position please contact: NWHR.gov

Entry level

Full‑time

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