Senior Heavy Mechanic

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is actively seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team in Gillette, Wyoming. This full-time position offers a fantastic opportunity for a skilled mechanic to make a real impact while working on automotive equipment and heavy-duty vehicles. In this role, you will be responsible for performing diesel and gasoline engine overhauls and tune-ups, as well as brake, steering, transmission, and hydraulic repairs to ensure all equipment remains in optimal working condition.

Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs trucks, plows, and various pieces of construction equipment; Evaluates mechanical problems, performs diagnostic tests, interprets results, and decides the best course of action; Diagnoses and repairs special computerized equipment; Orders parts and processes payments; Schedules repairs of equipment; Holds safety meetings and provides training on the use of all shop equipment used in fabrication and machining; Runs reports to ensure that preventive maintenance is accomplished on equipment; Performs journey-level skilled machining and fabrication of hard and soft metal alloys; Acts as a supervisor in the absence of the supervisor

Requirements

3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic; OR Bachelor's Degree with 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic; Ability to obtain a CDL; Ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License; Must be able to obtain a Welding Certification Card; Availability for emergency work calls at any time including nights, weekends, and holidays with the ability to report to the Department Shop within 30 minutes; Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently; Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools; Frequent exposure to hazardous materials; Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods of time; Ability to work outdoors in adverse environmental conditions; Ability to work around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment; Knowledge of basic computer operation; Knowledge of methods and techniques of diesel, heavy equipment, and light-duty vehicle maintenance and repair; Knowledge of electronic principles and how to use diagnostic tools; Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques; Knowledge in decision-making

Nice to have

Completed equipment certification exams; Skills in using fleet maintenance software; Specialized automotive repair training

Benefits

$2,000 Hiring Bonus; $100/month tool allowance; Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; Retirement - Pension and 457B plans; Flexible schedules and work-life balance options; No state income tax