Equipment Technician (Auto/Diesel Mechanic) - Central District

About the role

This position is designed for candidates obtaining post-secondary technical college degrees that require an internship as part of the program. The Technical Field Intern (Equipment Technician) performs entry-level skilled work in the maintenance and repair of light vehicles and heavy construction equipment under moderate supervision.

Job location may vary within MoDOT's Central District area.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and performs basic repairs to automobiles, trucks, tractors, loaders, motor graders, and other heavy equipment.
• Inspects, services, repairs, and overhauls transmissions, engines, clutches, drivelines, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies, and ignition systems.
• Repairs and installs hydraulic controls; tunes motors using standard testing equipment.
• Dismantles, repairs, and reassembles air compressors, hydraulic jacks, pumps, cylinders, and related equipment.
• Inspects, repairs, overhauls, and assembles automotive components such as alternators, distributors, and starters.
• Reviews equipment maintenance records and observes employees in the operation of equipment to determine and correct operator error and ensure proper maintenance.
• Gathers computerized diagnostic information to assess vehicle repair needs.

Requirements

• Enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours) in a relevant 2-year/associate’s degree program.
• 30 credit hours completed/accepted toward current degree program.
• High school or other postsecondary program credits must be accepted by the current program (verified via degree transcript).
• Possess and maintain an overall GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent.

Special Working Conditions

• Job requires significant physical stamina and endurance.
• Exposure to physical hazards, health and safety risks, and/or adverse environmental conditions.

Benefits

At MoDOT, you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We invest in the growth of our team members, offering diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment. View our mission, values, and tangible results.