Equipment Mechanic

About the role

The Adjutant General’s Office (AGO) provides a dynamic workplace while serving the Indiana National Guard at its various facilities throughout the state. AGO’s programs and projects offer exciting opportunities for professionals in many fields - from maintenance repair to cadre to civil engineers - looking to begin or advance their careers.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, replacement, or welding in both the field and shop settings on cars, light trucks, heavy duty trucks, and heavy equipment (e.g. asphalt paver, asphalt mills, rollers, skid steers, attachments, tractors and snow trucks etc.).
• Install snowplow blades and make repairs on damaged plow assemblies.
• Maintain Equipment Management System (EMS) records on parts used and work performed on equipment, as well as order and/or pick up parts.
• Service and repair of Highway Equipment in the field; use welding equipment to straighten and fabricate metal.
• Recognize performance issues for both gas and diesel engines and properly diagnose them.
• Inspect vehicles/equipment for damage and perform minor body repair work.
• Snow removal when necessary and other related duties as required (e.g., keep garage area, equipment, and tools clean and orderly, mow grass, operate snowplow, tow truck or other equipment, repair mowers, sharpen mower blades, pump gasoline and diesel fuel, and maintain daily records of same).
• Attend appropriate training school, safety meetings, mechanic meetings, or related meetings.
• Order and/or pick up parts when required by supervisor.
• Provide service and repair of vehicles and equipment on emergency basis.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid commercial driver's license OR must obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Must provide own tools and agency-approved steel toe boots.
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to use tools associated with vehicle and motorized equipment repair.
• Working knowledge of appropriate safety practices associated with repair and maintenance heavy equipment, vehicles and/or motorized equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of heavy and light duty vehicle and equipment repair.
• Extensive knowledge of hydraulics and how to properly diagnose and repair.
• Ability to repair all types of equipment that is required to perform various types of maintenance activities.
• Skill in operating hand & power tools related to the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to understand system of mechanical procedures.
• Ability to use welding and steel cutting equipment.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions and to complete records and reports.
• Ability to use repair manuals and parts catalogues.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a part of a team.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, dragging, stooping, standing, and walking for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in a multi-functional team.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and at least three (3) years of experience in hydraulic maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in equipment and fleet maintenance applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Skills

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Hydraulic Systems
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Welding and Steel Cutting
• Diagnosis and Repair
• Physical Work
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Medical Plan Options
• Vision and Dental Plans
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Health Savings Account
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) Account
• Two Fully-Funded Pension Plans
• Leave Policies
• Group Life Insurance
• Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Free LinkedIn Learning Access

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

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