Equipment Mechanic - Newton Maintenance

Job Description - Equipment Mechanic I
- Newton Maintenance (2600009)

Job Description

Equipment Mechanic I
- Newton Maintenance - (2600009)

Position Information

TxDOT's Beaumont District is looking for an Equipment Mechanic I to join us in our Newton Maintenance Section.

We have a workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!

* At TxDOT we supply the diagnostic, hand, and power tools you need to get the job done, so you will not be required to provide your own tools.

* We offer company-sponsored Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training with $0 upfront monetary commitment. Earn your full salary while training with lodging, transportation and per-diem provided if necessary.

Position Title: Equipment Mechanic I

Salary Grade/Range: $40,918 - $61,130

This position is for one Equipment Mechanic I. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary: 40,918.00

Maximum Salary: 61,130.00

Pay Basis: Yearly

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations: Newton Maintenance, 1009 West Court Street, US 190, 0.5 MI W OF HWY 87, Newton 75966

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift: Day

Shift Details: 40

Location Flexibility: Onsite

Location Flexibility Details: M-T 6:30am-5:00pm

• 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)

• Performs 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.
• Adjusts brakes and replaces brake system parts to include air brake and anti-locking systems.
• Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic equipment information.
• Handles and disposes of environmentally hazardous materials in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Checks lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning of headlights, spotlights, tail lights and parking lights.
• Completes repair order paperwork and accurately enters data into fleet information management system.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment; as required moves items related to these activities.
• Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment.
• Reads and interprets schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Repairs vehicle air conditioning systems.
• Troubleshoots, tests, and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.
• Uses computerized diagnostic analyzer systems and performs complex diagnostic work on vehicles/equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Experience: 2 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

• 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.