Heavy Equipment Mechanic III and/or IV

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Pueblo, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 02866
Department: Equipment Service
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/10/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: PW/FAC/FLT


POSITION SUMMARY

Heavy Equipment Mechanic III: budgeted starting 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.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV: budgeted starting 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.
PLEASE NOTE: While the full salary ranges are posted, the budgeted starting salaries are listed above.

***THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS WITHIN FLEET DEPARTMENT***
Location: 33601 E United Ave, Pueblo, CO

Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:30am - 5pm
Location: 280 E. McCulloch Blvd , Pueblo West, CO

Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:30am - 5pm

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Heavy Equipment Mechanic III:

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.
• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor 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 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; responsible for reporting 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.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV:

• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.
• Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor 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 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; responsible for reporting 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.

WHAT YOU HAVE

Heavy Equipment Mechanic III:
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 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.

Please note: RequiredPMI Certification does apply to this count and/or similar or related Manufacturer Certification(s) will be considered in lieu of the other required ASE Certifications.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV:
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, 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.

Please note: Required PMI Certification does apply to this count and/or similar or related Manufacturer Certification(s) will be considered in lieu of the other required ASE Certifications.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BOTH LEVELS:

• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening.
• Must maintain licenses/certifications current.

NOTE: For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience including supervisory experience.

WHAT PUEBLO COUNTY OFFERS
• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY

2026 PAID HOLIDAYS

• New Year's Day - January 1st
• Day after New Year's Day - January 2nd
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - January 19th
• Memorial Day - May 25th
• Employee Appreciation Day - June 3rd
• Juneteenth Day - June 19th
• Independence Day (observed) - July 3rd
• Day before Labor Day - September 4th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
• Labor Day -September 7th
• Francis Xavier Cabrini Day - October 5th
• Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day - October 12th
• Veteran's Day - November 11th
• Day before Thanksgiving - November 25th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
• * Thanksgiving Day - November 26th
• * Day after Thanksgiving -November 27th
• * Christmas Eve Day - December 24th
• * Christmas Day - December 25th
• Day before New Year's Day - December 31st (Early Release at 12:00pm)
• One Personal Day (County employees will have one paid personal day off in 2026. This paid day off is to be chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Official or Department Director.)

* = Regular Part-Time Employees who are scheduled to work on a 2026 Holiday will receive Holiday Pay for two (2) of the Holidays of their choice (marked with the single asterisk * above) as approved by their Elected Official or Department Director

• When a holiday falls on a Saturday, Friday will be celebrated as the County holiday
• When a holiday falls on a Sunday, Monday will be celebrated as the County holiday
• Early releases are at the discretion of the Elected Official or Department Director and may vary based on the operational needs of their offices/departments.
• All time off work taken by County employees for the days designated as Early Release shall be considered holiday time off for purposes "worked time" in determining Overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• If an employee is absent the day preceding or following the holiday without prior approval, the employee will not be paid for the holiday
• The following time off types will not contribute to the daily or weekly overtime calculation: Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, and Unpaid Early Release Days.
• Any employee that is required to work by their supervisor on a designated Unpaid Day Off,
  a designated Unpaid Personal Day or during a designated Unpaid Early Release period shall be paid for work required and performed during such days and periods.
• No employee may work during an Unpaid Day Off, an Unpaid Personal Day, or during an Unpaid Early Release period without the express authorization of their supervisor. This Resolution contemplates and authorizes supervisors to direct work during Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, or Unpaid Early Release Periods for community safety and County government essential activities such as snow removal, social worker visits for child welfare and other family emergencies, response to emergency calls by facilities and fleet employees, and required court appearances by County employees.
• For weeks in which an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release takes place, County Exempt employees are designated as Non-Exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Those employees so designated will be required to clock in and out of work via email to their Director for all days worked during weeks that include an Unpaid Day Off.
• No employees shall be permitted to work over 40 hours during a week that includes an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release without the express written authorization of their Director or Elected Official.

*** The above 2026 Holiday Schedule Resolution was originally approved by the Board of County Commissioners on December 15th, 2025 and then revised on February 12th, 2026 & March 12th, 2026***

DEPARTMENTS SCHEDULED TO WORK ON HOLIDAYS
Due to operational requirements, some employees will be required to work on holidays. The employee must take the holiday by the end of the month following the holiday at a date approved by their Elected Official or Department Director

SICK LEAVE
Regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 960 hours.

VACATION LEAVE

• Upon initial date of hire: earn eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 144 hours.
• After 5 years: earn twelve (12) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 216 hours.
• Ater 10 years: earn sixteen (16) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 288 hours.

RETIREMENT
All Regular Full-Time employees and Elected Officials are required to participate in the County Retirement Plan upon completion of one (1) month of continuous employment. A pre-tax deduction of 8.25% will be deducted from the employee's monthly pay.

EMPLOYER MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION
Pueblo County's contribution toward the purchase of your benefit options on a tiered approach and based on which medical plan you elect.

If Benefit Selections:

• Are greater than the employer contribution dollar amount, the difference is deducted from paycheck
• Are equal to the employer contribution dollar amount, there is no effect on pay
• Are less the employer contribution dollar amount, additional pay or cash back is not optional

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MEDICAL INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)
Medical, Dental, & Vision Rates are for the 2026 Plan Year (effective January 1st, 2026)

HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLAN Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $823.00 $1,543.00 $2,12900
Employer Contribution $852.00 $1,428.00 $1,938.00
Employee Contribution $-29.00 $115.00 $191.00
PPO
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $889.00 $1,713.00 $2,351.00
Employer Contribution $860.00 $1,453.00 $1,969.00
Employee Contribution $29.00 $260.00 $382.00

HMO/Ded Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $999.00 $1,926.00 $2,661.00
Employer Contribution $876.00 $1,484.00 $2,014.00
Employee Contribution $123.00 $442.00 $647.00

LOW HMO Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $1,038.00 $2,002.00 $2,768.00
Employer Contribution $881.00 $1,495.00 $2,030.00
Employee Contribution $157.00 $507.00 $738.00

DENTAL INSURANCE - AMERITAS (optional)

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $27.00 $60.00 $91.00
Employer Contribution $7.00 $17.00 $25.00
Employee Contribution $20.00 $43.00 $66.00

VISION INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)

Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $6.00 $12.00 $19.00
Employer Contribution $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Employee Contribution $6.00 $12.00 $19.00

Note: There is no Employer Contribution to Vision Insurance

LONG TERM DISABILITY - THE STANDARD (required)
Coverage pays 60% of your wages up to $4,800 with a 90-day waiting period.
Your monthly cost = (monthly pay)/100 x 0.410

BASIC LIFE AND AD&D BENEFIT (required)
Employees are required to purchase the basic option for $3.10 , however, they may elect to purchase additional coverage.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (optional)
This benefit allows you to pay for certain expenses (medical and/or dependent care needs) with "pre-tax" dollars. You specify the dollar amount you would like deducted from your monthly paycheck (minimum of $25), then when you incur an eligible expense, you pay it. Then you submit a claim form and original receipt for reimbursement.

Note: According to IRS rules, any funds left in your FSA account(s) at the end of the year cannot be returned to you. They are considered "use or lose" funds.


ADDITIONAL INSURANCES/BENEFITS (optional)

• Optional Life Insurance
• Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance
• Other Self-Funded Retirement Plans

*** These are post-tax benefits. ***


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01


Do you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalency?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have an Associate's Degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Repair?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have three (3) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you have a valid Class A and/or Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement?

• Yes
• No
• No, willing to obtain

05


Do you have a current Forklift Operator Certification?

• Yes
• No
• No, willing to obtain

06


Do you have valid ASE - Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification?

• Yes
• No

07


Do you have valid ASE - Heavy Truck Master Certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question