Heavy Equipment​/Diesel Mechanic

Job Summary

To maintain and perform repairs and overhauls on Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District (QCBID or District) heavy equipment including, but not limited to, Gradalls, excavators, dozers, tractors, forklifts, and semi-tractors.

• Repair and/or overhaul gas and diesel engines
• Repair and/or overhaul standard and automatic transmissions
• Repair hydraulic systems
• Perform diversified electrical work on all District vehicles and equipment
• General troubleshooting
• Perform routine maintenance on District vehicles and/or light equipment as necessary
• Road test vehicles and equipment
• Maintain proper maintenance records
• Maintain attendance
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
• Secondary function: other duties as assigned

• High School diploma, GED or comparable education required
• Formal heavy equipment / diesel mechanical training preferred
• Possess and maintain Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement, or ability to obtain within 270 calendar days of employment; must maintain an insurable driving record

• In lieu of formal training, five (5) years heavy equipment / diesel mechanical repair work required

• Knowledge of electronic diagnostic equipment, hydraulic systems, electric, gas, and diesel engines required
• Troubleshooting ability and knowledge of domestic vehicle repairs required
• Basic knowledge of electricity required
• Experience with automatic and standard transmission repair required
• Experience with painting and body work desired
• Fabricating and welding experience desired
• Self-motivated; ability to start and complete projects and tasks with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective English oral and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Must display a positive attitude and promote team work

Must display a courteous, resp