Heavy Equipment Mechanic

This position will diagnose and repair equipment so that down time is minimized, and equipment is available when needed. Other duties include:Conduct preventative maintenance inspections on equipment as needed so that all equipment is in specified condition and accurate records are available.Repair and/or fabricate parts, when needed, so that equipment is operational.Use required computer programs so that repair information is recorded accurately and available for use by others.Maintain individual and state tool inventory so that all tools are in usable condition and accounted for. Work with shop supervisor, shop employees and other stakeholders to look for opportunities to improve processes to create greater efficiencies in workflow and/or work procedures.WHY WORK FOR USWe offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:12 paid holidays per yearEarn up to 29 paid vacation days a yearEarn 13 paid sick days per yearDefined pension planMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThree years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic which includes:diagnosis, repair, maintenance and modification of both heavy-duty diesel trucks and equipment and gasoline powered vehicles.diagnosis and repair of mechanical and electronic control systems for engines, brakes, drive train, steering/suspension, and hydraulics.use of electronics sufficient to make engine, transmissions and brake adjustments and diagnose problems; and the use of computerized testing equipment and/or onboard computers sufficient to diagnose problems and adjust the functions of components. ORCompletion of Heavy Equipment Apprenticeship program or graduation from a two-year Heavy Equipment Mechanic or related training program that included: diagnosis and repair of engine, drive train, brakes, steering/suspension, and hydraulics for heavy equipment, (e.g., trucks, tractors, busses). training in electronics sufficient to make engine adjustments and diagnose problems.training in the use of computerized testing equipment and/or onboard computers sufficient to diagnose problems and adjust the functions of components. ANDMust possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License with no Air Brake Restriction and Tanker Endorsement. APPLY ONLINE BY 3/19/2025:Go to "Search open positions"Enter the Job Opening ID "84436" in the Keywords search box and click ">>" Click on the Job Title to view the job postingClick "Apply for Job"When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: social media - LinkedIn- job slot.Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

Created: 2025-03-03