Mechanic - Iowa Falls

Job Description

Is diesel more than fuel to you — it’s your craft, your calling, your code? Do you thrive on the rumble of a finely tuned engine and the satisfaction of keeping powerful machines running at their best? At the Iowa Department of Transportation, we’re not just looking for someone who works on diesel; we’re looking for someone who lives it. Someone who understands that every engine they touch helps keep Iowa’s roads safe, our economy moving, and our communities connected.

• Safety First – You never cut corners. You protect your team and the public.
• Integrity Without Exception – You do the right thing, even when no one’s watching.
• Customer Focused – You understand that every repair keeps Iowans connected.
• Servant Leadership – You lead by example and lift others up.
• People Matter – You believe in respect, teamwork, and making a difference.

We are seeking four mechanics to join our team in Iowa Falls
. Candidates must establish residence within a 45‑minute commute of their work location within five months of hire. This position follows a Monday–Friday schedule, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and includes on‑call responsibilities during emergencies or weather events.

A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required for this role. If you don’t yet have one, you must obtain a CDL permit to start. We will help you earn your Class A CDL within 5 months through Iowa DOT‑provided training—including online courses, road training, and hands‑on instruction that meets all state and federal requirements.

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, brakes, and electrical systems on DOT trucks and heavy equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance to keep snowplows, dump trucks, loaders, and other specialized vehicles running strong.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns quickly to get equipment back in service.
• Maintain detailed maintenance and repair records.
• Conduct diesel emissions testing and compliance checks to meet state and federal environmental standards.
• Use diagnostic software and tools to identify and resolve complex diesel engine issues, including fuel injection systems, turbochargers, and aftertreatment systems (DEF, DPF, SCR).
• Perform cold‑weather diesel system preparation and maintenance, ensuring reliability during Iowa’s harsh winters.
• Collaborate with team members to share knowledge and stay current on emerging diesel technologies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with DOT safety protocols.

• Horizontal Career Path program – Offers hands‑on training in operations, technical skills, and personal development. Over three years, you’ll move through three levels—with annual raises tied to your progress and performance.
• Competitive pay and benefits package
  • Health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance.
  • Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2025 premiums can be found here.
  • Paid time off effective immediately – biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accrual roll‑over every year, and 9 paid holidays per year.
  • Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) – Retirement package with employer match.
  • Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
  • Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling, legal, financial).
• Professional growth and development opportunities

• Three years of full‑time automotive or heavy equipment mechanic work.
• A total of three years of education and/or full‑time experience, where 30 semester hours of post‑high‑school education in automotive or heavy equipment mechanics equals one year of full‑time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full‑time work as a Mechanic Helper.

• Positions in the Department of Public Defense – Military Division must be able to obtain a valid Class A CDL with air brake endorsements within six (6) months of hire.
• All Department of Transportation positions only:
  • Must possess a valid…