Heavy Mechanic

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a skilled and motivated Heavy Mechanic to join our team in Gillette, Wyoming. In this hands-on role, you will play a critical part in maintaining and repairing a wide range of equipment and vehicles essential to keeping Wyoming’s transportation system running safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling diesel and gasoline engines; performing maintenance on brake systems, transmissions, and hydraulic components; conducting preventative maintenance; and accurately documenting service and repair work. The ideal candidate will have experience in heavy equipment or automotive repair—preferably diesel—along with strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. A valid driver’s license is required, and a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and formal technical training are preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintaining and repairing a wide range of equipment and vehicles essential to Wyoming's transportation system; Diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling diesel and gasoline engines; Performing maintenance on brake systems, transmissions, and hydraulic components; Conducting preventative maintenance; Accurately documenting service and repair work; Conducting safety inspections on all types of diesel and automotive equipment; Reading and interpreting technical manuals to diagnose and correct problems; Rigging and fabricating new equipment to district standards; Creating repair orders; Managing inventory of shop, equipment, and supplies; Designing and fabricating parts for tractors, mowers, and machinery for specialized applications

Requirements

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) OR Associate's Degree with 0-2 years of progressive work experience; Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL; Valid driver's license; Knowledge of methods and techniques of diesel and automotive maintenance and repair; Knowledge of electronic principles and diagnostic tools; Knowledge of light and heavy-duty automotive equipment and its parts (i.e., hydraulics, hydrostatics, drive trains, gas, and diesel engine overhauls); Knowledge of grease and oil specifications; Knowledge of general servicing of equipment; Knowledge of policies and safe work procedures; Available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and must report to the Department Shop within 30 minutes; Subject to random drug and alcohol testing; Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical; Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently; Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods; Work in adverse environmental conditions; Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment; Constant use of manual and powered hand tools; Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment; Occasional exposure to hazardous materials; Must provide own tools; Occasional overnight travel required

Nice to have

Commercial Driver's License (CDL); formal technical training; experience in heavy equipment or automotive repair, preferably diesel; strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems; ability to troubleshoot complex issues

Benefits

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; $2,000 Hiring Bonus; $100 per month tool allowance; No state income tax