Senior Heavy Mechanic

Overview

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is actively seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team in Sheridan, 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.

Enjoy all historic Western Sheridan has to offer! At the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, you’ll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, other outdoor activities, and many festivals and events. Don’t forget the famous WYO Rodeo held in July and February! Billings, Montana is less than two hours away. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax!

This position offers: $2,000 Hiring Bonus. See Notes section for eligibility.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• And much more

Human Resource Contact:
Keri Griffith /  / keri.griffith2

• 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.

Preference may be given to those who have completed any equipment certification exams, skills in using fleet maintenance software, and specialized automotive repair training.

• 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.

Education & Experience Substitution:

• 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Ability to obtain a CDL

OR

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience:
  
  0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  Ability to obtain a CDL

• Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. They must report to the Department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving the call. Acceptance of an appointment signifies awareness and compliance with this requirement. Failure to be available for emergency work without an acceptable excuse may result in disciplinary action or dismissal.
• Frequent use of manual and powered hand tools and exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse environmental conditions and around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently.

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• Random drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Includes a $100/month tool allowance.
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a Welding Certification Card.
• WYDOT is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify to confirm eligibility of new hires. Eligibility information available on request.