Equipment Mechanic I​/II

Equipment Mechanic I/II (2600092)

Join a dedicated team serving the citizens of Texas as an Equipment Mechanic I/II
.

The Amarillo District is looking for a motivated Equipment Mechanic I/II to join our Jobs Maintenance Section. You’ll perform advanced repairs, maintenance, and inspections on vehicles and heavy equipment—helping ensure our roads and highways stay safe and reliable.

We offer company sponsored CDL training with $0 upfront monetary commitment. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided if necessary.

Minimum Salary
: $40,918.00

Maximum Salary
: $71,000.00

Pay Basis
:
Yearly

FLSA Status
:
Nonexempt

Work Location
:
Amarillo District Headquarters 5715 CANYON DR Amarillo 79110

Travel
:
Yes, 25% of the Time

Shift
:
Day (40 hours/week; Monday – Thursday; Possible nights, weekends, holidays & hours other than 7-5:30)

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at Total Compensation Package. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov).

• Perform repair/maintenance and inspection related work for fleet vehicles and equipment in the Fleet Operations Division Shop or a District Maintenance Section. Work may require maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in construction of highways/bridges and inspecting work performed by contracted vendors. Work may require contact with other governmental agencies and private contractors. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments, however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
• Adjust brakes and replace brake system parts to include air brake and anti-locking systems.
• Maintain and repair heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges.
• Order, pick up, and deliver parts, materials, tools, and operate equipment and vehicles to include heavy equipment.
• Perform acetylene and electric arc welding repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment as required; move items related to these activities.
• Perform quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshoot, test, and repair electrical systems, electronic ignitions, and fuel injection systems.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Additional essential duties for Equipment Mechanic II:
  • Travel and perform work in other shops throughout the state as required.
  • Train less experienced technicians.
  • Complete repair order paperwork and accurately enter data into fleet information management system.

• 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.
• Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 year's 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.

• Equipment Mechanic I-II:
  Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Equipment Mechanic I:
  Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with "N" Endorsement or have obtained a Class "A" CDL with "N" Endorsement within 120 calendar days from date of employment.
• Equipment…