ODOT Mechanic Mercer County, PN: 20050756

About the Organization

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 2nd largest number of bridges. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service, striving to achieve the agency’s vision: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.

ODOT's Mission Statement: To provide easy movement of people and goods from place to place. We will:

• Take care of what we have
• Make our system work better
• Improve safety
• Enhance capacity

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance and service (e.g., checks fluid levels and/or batteries; lubricates joints, hinges, and/or latches; changes oil and replaces filters; replaces spark plugs; performs tire changes; services the cooling system; dispenses fuel and/or fluids as needed) and assists higher-level ODOT mechanics with complex maintenance (e.g., tunes gas and/or diesel engines; inspects engines for leaks, worn or close components, belt and hose conditions, and/or mounting; inspects underbody for leaks, loose or worn components in suspension, steering, and/or drive train; inspects brakes for loose or worn components, proper adjustments, and/or leaks; operates electronic system scope) on cars, trucks, and all types of agency-identified equipment.
• Repairs, rebuilds, and/or replaces major parts (e.g., carburetor, alternator, water or fuel pump, clutches, brake systems, exhaust systems) on cars, trucks, motorcycles, and/or all types of agency-specific equipment; assists lower-level mechanics with routine work activities (e.g., job shadowing opportunities, required paperwork, work order submission).
• Performs minor repairs or miscellaneous mechanic work (e.g., inspects tires/wheels for damage, leaks, or wear; cleans or replaces diesel injectors; adjusts valves; performs body repair work; replaces shocks; repairs or replaces hydraulic pumps or systems; installs snowplow blades; repairs hydraulic systems, heavy/heaviest equipment).
• Maintains records of repairs and maintenance (e.g., daily time sheets); orders and/or picks up parts; provides emergency service and repair of vehicles and equipment; makes onsite service/outpost calls (e.g., replaces flat tire; repairs air leak in brake system; repairs wear items on heavy equipment; performs guardrail replacement).
• Operates welding torches to repair snow plow blades, frames, dump and flatbed truck bodies, and/or related equipment; cleans garage area, equipment, and/or tools; mows grass and/or operates snow plow, tow truck, or other equipment/heavy equipment; pumps fuel.
• Attends training schools, safety meetings, mechanic meetings, or related meetings; operates motor vehicle to transport equipment/materials/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. A valid commercial driver's license is 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 required under the same conditions.

OR equivalent of the minimum class qualifications for employment noted above, except for mandated licensure.

The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per Section 3719.01 and 3719.41 of the Ohio Revised Code.

Skills

• Automotive Technical Skills: Automotive, Transportation
• Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Active Learning, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving

Work Location

District 1 Garage - Mercer County, Celina, Ohio, USA

Pay

$25.61 - 31.47 per hour

Schedule

Full-time, 07:00 AM to 3:30 PM