(1)ODOT Mechanic - D8 Fayette County Garage - PN 20057538

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance and service on cars, trucks, and agency-identified equipment, including:
  • Checking fluid levels and batteries
  • Lubricating joints, hinges, and latches
  • Changing oil and replacing filters
  • Replacing spark plugs
  • Performing tire changes
  • Servicing the cooling system
  • Dispensing fuel and fluids as needed
• Assists higher-level ODOT mechanics with complex maintenance, including:
  • Tuning gas and diesel engines
  • Inspecting engines for leaks, worn components, belt and hose conditions, and mounting
  • Inspecting underbody for leaks, loose, or worn components in suspension, steering, and drive train
  • Inspecting brakes for loose or worn components, proper adjustments, and leaks
  • Operating electronic system scopes
• Repairs, rebuilds, or replaces major parts on vehicles and equipment, such as:
  • Carburetors, alternators, water or fuel pumps
  • Clutches, brake systems, exhaust systems
• Assists lower-level mechanics with routine work activities, including job shadowing and paperwork.
• Performs minor repairs or miscellaneous mechanic work, including:
  • Inspecting tires and wheels for damage, leaks, or wear
  • Cleaning or replacing diesel injectors
  • Adjusting valves
  • Performing body repair work
  • Replacing shocks
  • Repairing or replacing hydraulic pumps or systems
  • Installing snowplow blades
  • Repairing hydraulic systems on heavy equipment
• Maintains records of repairs and maintenance, including daily time sheets.
• Orders and picks up parts.
• Provides emergency service and repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Makes onsite service and outpost calls, including:
  • Replacing flat tires
  • Repairing air leaks in brake systems
  • Repairing wear items on heavy equipment
  • Performing guardrail replacement
• Operates welding torches to repair snowplow blades, frames, dump and flatbed truck bodies, and related equipment.
• Cleans garage area, equipment, and tools.
• Mows grass and operates snowplows, tow trucks, or other heavy equipment.
• Pumps fuel.
• Attends training schools, safety meetings, mechanic meetings, or related meetings.
• Operates motor vehicles to transport equipment, materials, and supplies to and from job sites.

Requirements

• 24 months of experience in automotive repair and maintenance of a variety of vehicles and/or all types of equipment identified by the agency.
• Valid commercial driver’s license required if motor equipment is of a type and size regulated by sections 4506.01 and 4506.12 of the Ohio Revised Code.
• OR 12 months as an ODOT Mechanic Trainee (52151) with a valid commercial driver’s license, if applicable.
• OR equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above, except for mandated licensure.
• Final applicant must pass a urinalysis test for illegal drug use prior to appointment; failure will result in disqualification (per Section 3719.01 and 3719.41 of the Ohio Revised Code).

Skills

• Automotive repair and maintenance
• Operation of electronic diagnostic tools
• Welding (for repairs on snowplow blades, frames, and truck bodies)
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Teamwork
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), if required

Work Location

District 8 Garage - Fayette Ct, Washington Court House, Ohio

Pay

$24.86 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

• Excellent work/life balance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal leave)
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Regular pay increases (first increase after 6 months)
• Extensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, vision, dental, and basic life insurance (free vision, dental, and basic life after eligibility period)
• Employee tuition reimbursement programs
• Pension plan with 14% employer contribution
• Growth opportunities within the organization

About the Agency

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. ODOT’s mission is to provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well-maintained, and positioned for the future. The agency values hardworking, passionate, and dedicated employees who strive to achieve its vision: to be a long-term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.