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Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic III - Aurora (CDL required)

Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic III - Aurora (CDL required)

State of ColoradoDenver, CO, United States
12 days ago
Salary
$63,480.00–$69,240.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Salary : $63,480.00 - $69,240.00 Annually

Location : Denver Metro, CO

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : HAA-50001795-11 / 24

Department : Department of Transportation

Division : CDOT Region 1

Opening Date : 11 / 26 / 2024

Closing Date : 2 / 25 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Mountain

FLSA : Determined by Position

Type of Announcement : This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address : 18800 E. Colfax Ave.Aurora, CO 80011

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information : [email protected] or 303-757-9685

How To Apply : Please submit an online application for this position at https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

This announcement is posted until the position is filled. Applications will be considered as they are received. It's in your best interest to apply early.

CDOT has a vacancy for a Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic operating out of Aurora, CO and serving the Metro Denver area.

Do you like to learn, be challenged, and work on a wide variety and age of equipment? Would you like the chance to impact the safety of the traveling public? If so, come join CDOT as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. We're looking for someone who likes to take apart equipment, figure out what is wrong, and put it back in working order!

Why CDOT

  • Medical and Dental benefits after a 30-day sign-up timeframe, dependents included (Cigna or Kaiser). For more information, go
  • Choice of retirement plans offered by
  • 96 hours of vacation & 80 hours of sick leave earned within first year + 11 paid holidays.
  • No out-of-pocket expenses for tools since CDOT provides all hand and power tools, as well as specialty equipment.
  • CDOT provides all PPE, as well as training on equipment, CPR, and first-aid.
  • Full payment for CDL physical.
  • Reimbursement for 50% for CDL renewal after first year.
  • Majority of work will be in the field, across the Metro Denver area.

About the Position :

  • Anticipated salary range : $63,480 - $69,240 / annual. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly and there are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
  • Location is eligible for an additional $1000 / month housing stipend.
  • Work schedule is a 4-day week from 0600-1630 from May - September
  • Work schedule is a 5-day week from 0800-1630 from October - April

    • Watch this video to see why employees like working at CDOT as a heavy equipment mechanic.

    Description of Job

    The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has a vacancy for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic that is based out of our equipment shop in Aurora. This position travels throughout the Metro Denver area to provide skilled, professional, quality mechanic services for a wide range of CDOT equipment.

    Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Diagnoses and repairs vehicle and equipment malfunctions on all major systems.
  • Overhauls and rebuilds components and equipment.
  • Uses test equipment to diagnose defects or malfunctions.
  • Works on vehicles and equipment such as 3.5-ton single axle and 10-ton tandem axle, tractor-trailers, front end loaders, motor graders, asphalt paving machines, and 15' mower tractors.
  • Performs preventative maintenance and annual safety inspections.
  • Designs and fabricates parts and special tools.
  • Orders and procures parts and supplies.
  • Uses computers to track vehicle repairs.
  • Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
  • Other job duties as assigned.

    • Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

    Minimum Qualifications :

    A combination of four years of experience in :

  • Automotive AND heavy equipment repair;
  • AND / OR education in automotive or diesel equipment mechanics. (Must provide copy of transcript.)
  • At least ONE year of this experience must be with the diagnosis and repair of heavy diesel equipment such as 10-ton double axle snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines and / or 15' mower tractors.

    • Conditions of Employment

  • A current valid Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes that allows operation in Colorado.
  • Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
  • Some on-call and shift work may be required.
  • May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider.
  • Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays.
  • Must be physically able to perform this position's essential job duties.
  • Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
  • New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora, while veteran CDOT employees are required to attend training one week out of each year in Aurora.

    • Preferred Qualifications

    Theexceptional applicantwill possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following :

  • Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
  • Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
  • Extensive experience with troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of automotive and heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment. Experience with equipment up to 10 tons is highly desirable.
  • Medium / Heavy truck ASE Certifications in Diesel Engine, Drive Trains, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical / Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and A / C is preferred.
  • Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Self-starter and motivated to accomplish assigned tasks.
  • Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
  • Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
  • Strong commitment to safety.
  • Must have knowledge and know-how to use computers for vehicle diagnosing, data input, record keeping and email, and have the ability to quickly learn other software.

    • Supplemental Information

    Applicant Checklist

    Complete Applications must include the following documents :

  • A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
  • A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
  • If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

    • Please Note : The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

    Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.

    You may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

    Notifications :

    All correspondence regarding your status in the selection / examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[email protected]" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and / or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.

    The Hiring Process :

  • All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
  • Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
  • Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
  • Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
  • A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

    • Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement

    If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant.

    Employment Screening

    If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and / or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his / her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with "Info Cubic."

    Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com and www.OrangeTreeScreening.com. Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439.

    The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks. CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and / or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.

    Appeal Rights

    If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at 303.866.3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

    Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

    The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

    Discrimination and / or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran's status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions.

    ADAAA Accommodations

    CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or participating in the employee selection process, and / or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Amanda.or call 303-757-9685.

    Former State Employees

    Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his / her application.

    Please Note

    The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

    Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to

    APS (SAP #50001795 / PCR #58982) #LI-POST

    The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information :

    Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

    The Colorado Constitution requires that applicants for State of Colorado positions be Colorado residents at the time the application is submitted. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?

    If you are a current or previous State of Colorado classified employee, please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) in order to verify your current or previous employment. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not, please state "N / A".

    Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N / A".

    Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N / A".

    If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your DD214 as an attachment to your online application.Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now. (KF)

  • No - I am a veteran, but I do not qualify for veterans' preference.
  • N / A - I am not a veteran

    • CDOT-Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability We are a federal contractor or subcontractor required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years.Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov / ofccp. You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to :

  • Autism
  • Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, or HIV / AIDS
  • Blind or low vision
  • Cancer
  • Cardiovascular or heart disease
  • Celiac disease
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Deaf or hard of hearing
  • Depression or anxiety
  • Diabetes
  • Epilepsy
  • Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, or irritable bowel syndrome
  • Intellectual disability
  • Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
  • Nervous system condition for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, or Multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Psychiatric condition, for example, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or major depression
  • Yes, I Have A Disability, Or Have A History / Record Of Having A Disability
  • No, I Don't Have A Disability, Or A History / Record Of Having A Disability
  • I Don't Wish To Answer

    • Briefly describe your experience diagnosing and repairing HEAVY DIESEL EQUIPMENT and related systems. Be sure to list what types of diesel equipment you have worked on.

    Briefly describe your experience diagnosing and repairing NON-DIESEL AUTOMOTIVE AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT and related systems. Be sure to list what types of non-diesel equipment you have worked on.

    As required in the announcement, I confirm that I possess a current CDL A or B with no restrictions on airbrakes that allows operation within the State of Colorado, and a current DOT Medical Card. I understand that this information will be verified during the selection process and / or during the background check process.

    Required Question