Heavy Equipment Mechanic III and/or IV

Heavy Equipment Mechanic III Salary : $32.14 hourly; Grade 8 , $25.71 – $38.56 hourly. Under limited supervision, performs a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light‑duty, medium‑duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment. Performs diagnostics, major and minor repairs, and general maintenance on gasoline, diesel, and gas‑hybrid engines and major drivetrain components including transmissions, differentials, and drive units. Performs diagnostics and repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems, and hydraulic systems. Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends, balances tires, adjusts drive lines, and repairs damaged vehicle bodies. Maintains necessary records of all work performed using a computerized fleet management system. Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards. Performs general in‑shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two‑way radio system installations, cooling system problems, and fuel system problems. Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation. Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin‑screw rear axles, and compressor systems. Performs engineering, layout, fabrication, and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment. Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents, and disposes of trash and waste as required. Maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and safe condition; reports unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor. Answers phone and radio calls. Orders and picks up parts. Provides instruction on equipment operation. Makes welding repairs. Performs on‑site service and emergency calls. Education High School Diploma or GED equivalency (preferred). Experience Three (3) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment (required). Licenses / Certificates Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of hire (required). Possession of a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement (preferred). Possession of, or ability to obtain, Forklift Operator Certification within 120 days of hire (required). Possession of an ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Master Certification (preferred). Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification (required). Possession of one to three (1‑3) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium/Heavy Truck, such as Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, Truck Equipment Installation and Repair, Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair, and/or Auxiliary/Power Systems Installation and Repair. Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV Salary : $35.35 hourly; Grade 9 , $28.28 – $42.41 hourly. Under limited supervision, performs lead duties over Heavy Equipment Mechanic staff in the Fleet Department. Performs a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light‑duty, medium‑duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment. May fill in for supervisor in their absence. Performs diagnostics, major and minor repairs, and general maintenance on gasoline, diesel, and gas‑hybrid engines and major drivetrain components including transmissions, differentials, and drive units. Performs diagnostics and repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems, and hydraulic systems. Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends, balances tires, adjusts drive lines, and repairs damaged vehicle bodies. Maintains necessary records of all work performed using a computerized fleet management system. Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards. Performs general in‑shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two‑way radio system installations, cooling system problems, and fuel system problems. Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation. Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin‑screw rear axles, and compressor systems. Performs engineering, layout, fabrication, and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment. Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents, and disposes of trash and waste as required. Maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and safe condition; reports unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor. Answers phone and radio calls. Orders and picks up parts. Provides instruction on equipment operation. Makes welding repairs. Performs on‑site service and emergency calls. Education High School Diploma or GED equivalency (preferred). Associate’s Degree in Automotive and/or Diesel repair (preferred). Experience Six (6) years or more of progressively responsible experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment (required). Licenses / Certificates Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement at hire (required). Possession of a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of hire (required). Possession of, or ability to obtain, Forklift Operator Certification within 120 days of hire (required). Possession of an ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Master Certification (preferred). Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification at hire (required). Possession of four (4) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium/Heavy Truck, such as Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, Truck Equipment Installation and Repair, Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair, and/or Auxiliary/Power Systems Installation and Repair. Special Requirements for Both Levels Must successfully pass a background check. Must be able to pass post‑job offer physical screening. Must maintain licenses and certifications current. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full‑time employees. Generous vacation and sick leave accrual. Remote and hybrid working opportunities. County retirement program. Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership. Truly inclusive and diverse environment. Fitness center in the historic Pueblo Courthouse Building. Possibility of up to 12 weeks paid parental leave benefit for full‑time employees. Location & Shift 33601 E United Ave, Pueblo, CO Shift: Monday‑Thursday, 6:30 am – 5:00 pm 280 E. McCulloch Blvd, Pueblo West, CO Shift: Monday‑Thursday, 6:30 am – 5:00 pm #J-18808-Ljbffr Pueblo-County,-Co