Equipment Mechanic I - II

Introduction The mission of Maintenance & Operations is to provide excellence in transportation by keeping the state’s road transportation network in a state of good repair through the careful and consistent application of personnel, equipment and financial resources. Summary Statement Entry level mechanic reporting to a technical supervisor. Assignments require evaluation and analysis and are carried out in accordance with standard trade practices. This level diagnoses and troubleshoots equipment malfunctions, makes determinations of problems and effectively repairs a variety of vehicles and equipment, which may be unique to the agency, including pickup trucks with diesel engines; small tools, 2‑stroke engines and equipment including chain saws, lawn mowers, weed eaters; as well as heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment with air brakes and hydraulic systems. This position must be available to work overtime as needed, and during storm events and other emergency events on short notice, and in some cases no advance notice. Career Ladder Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level. Essential Functions Performs preventive maintenance to include lubricating, cleaning, servicing, inspecting, and testing equipment. Uses manual and computerized diagnostic equipment to evaluate, troubleshoot, make adjustments, and diagnose equipment malfunctions or defects. Repairs/replaces various parts and assemblies using mechanic power and hand tools. Interprets schematics and blueprints to perform inspections, diagnosis, wiring procedures, and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, ignition, lighting, warning, and injection assemblies and component systems. Operates computers, interprets parts, service, and automated equipment management system manuals to perform research, order parts, prepare records, and analyze equipment malfunctions. Fabricates parts, performs gas/electric welding, and makes body repairs. Responds to road service requests and/or assists with tow trucks/wreckers. Conducts road test/operational checks for diagnostic purposes to determine equipment deficiencies and for post‑maintenance tests. Cleans and cares for tools, equipment and shop facilities. Follows safety rules and practices, and complies with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards in the performance of duties. Job Requirements for Equipment Mechanic I Knowledge of operating diagnostic equipment used for inspecting and testing equipment for vehicles and equipment. Knowledge of diagnosing and repairing routine malfunctions on light duty vehicles such as pickup trucks, sedans or vans. Knowledge of preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment which includes lubricating, cleaning, and servicing. Knowledge of math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, or decimals. Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). Job Requirements for Equipment Mechanic II Six months’ experience in diagnosing and repairing routine malfunctions on light duty vehicles such as pickup trucks, sedans or vans. Six months’ experience in performing routine engine tune‑up on light duty engines or system components such as replacing spark plugs, engine timing, pollution control systems, and fuel systems. Knowledge of minor body repair. Knowledge of welding. Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). Conditions of Hire All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Pre‑employment drug testing is required upon a conditional offer. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DelDOT participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; DelDOT does not provide employment‑based sponsorship. Applicants who meet the job requirements and are made a conditional offer of employment shall be required to meet the physical qualifications and examination requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations to hold a commercial driver’s license unless approved for a waiver or exemption. They must not have incurred four or more serious traffic violations during the previous three years. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms and is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative. As a condition of hire you must possess a valid CDL Class A or B driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving) or obtain one during the initial 90‑day probationary period. As a condition of hire, the applicant must provide the basic required tools as specified by the agency upon employment. Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at Selection Process The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application online, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov. Accommodations Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act or general applicant support, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr DelDOT