Equipment Mechanic I, II, or III - Fleet Operations Division

About the role

The Equipment Mechanic I, II, & III supports TxDOT's mission by maintaining and repairing a wide range of wheeled vehicles, including passenger vehicles, medium- and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts brakes and replaces brake system parts to include air brake and anti-locking systems.
• Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic equipment information.
• Completes repair order paperwork and accurately enters data into fleet information management system.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges.
• Checks lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning of headlights, spotlights, tail lights and parking lights.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment; as required moves items related to these activities.
• Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares vehicles for use by checking for required safety features such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers and mobile radios.
• Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.
• Uses computerized diagnostic analyzer systems and performs complex diagnostic work on vehicles/equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: No degree/diploma required.
• Experience:
  • Equipment Mechanic I - 2 years in Automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair.
  • Equipment Mechanic II - 4 years in Automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair.
  • Equipment Mechanic III - 7 years in Automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair.
• Certificates: Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 years of experience. Certificates of course completion from a Technical Training Institute in Automotive and Diesel Technology may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or have obtained a Class "A" CDL, within 120 calendar days from date of course registration.

Competencies

• Equipment Mechanic I: Proficient skill in using applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical devices of the trade.
• Equipment Mechanic II & III: Extensive knowledge of mechanical equipment operation and maintenance.
• Equipment Mechanic III: Expert diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
• Subject to noise.
• Subject to lifting up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lifting or carrying objects up to 25 lbs.
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s).

Conditions of Employment

• Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
• Applicants selected for an interview will be required to perform a job simulation to assess competency in equipment repair.
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
• This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Will be required to work alternate schedules during an emergency response situation such as adverse weather events.
• Will be required to travel to other district/division shops within the state as needed.