Equipment Mechanic II (CDL Required) - Empire

State of Colorado
Denver, Colorado
Full Time

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This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Are you interested in working on heavy equipment? Do you have a Colorado Commercial Driver's License Class A or B? If so, consider turning your passions into a career as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. CDOT has a vacancy in our equipment shop in Empire , CO.

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

Starting base pay for this position is between $2,264.31-$2,490.92 /biweekly ($58,872.06-$64,763.92/annually). There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. This location is also eligible for an additional $2000 /month housing stipend, bringing total annual pay to $82,872.06-$88,763.92 . The annualized hourly rate for this position is between $28.31-$31.14 hour.

About CDOT

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness .

CDOT for All

CDOTs strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience and ultimately create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socioeconomic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

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

About the Position
Performs routine maintenance services and tire repair/replacement to light and heavy trucks and specialized snow, ice, and road repair equipment (e.g., tandem trucks, loaders, dozers, motor graders, lay down (paving) machines, mowers, etc.). Maintenance services will include various system, such as engine/transmissions, cooling, brake, fuel, and hydraulic. Under the guidance of the shop foreman and Heavy Equipment Mechanic IIIs, this position assists with specialized mechanic repairs, and rebuilds, maintains, modifies, and installs special systems on a variety of types of heavy and/or comparable specialized equipment. Performs maintenance on various small engines, pumps and hand tools. Ensures the equipments safe and productive operation, both in the shop and in the field under potentially adverse weather conditions.

Major duties and responsibilities include , but are not limited to:

Perform routine preventative maintenance services per CDOT policies and procedures, including oil changes, servicing transmissions, servicing differentials, etc.;
Perform DOT/CDOT inspections on equipment;
Perform minor repairs during maintenance services or inspections, such as wipers, lights, fastening loose hoses and wiring, etc.;
Perform on-site flat tire repairs on various trucks, including tandem axle trucks, single axle trucks, and 1-ton trucks;
Perform roadside tire repair/replacement;
Replace worn out tires with new tires;
Install special equipment such as warning lights, radios, AVL hardware, and safety equipment;
Route electrical wiring related to the removal and installation of devices;
Install reflective tape on truck boxes and equipment when either new or repainted;
Decommission vehicles and equipment by removing aftermarket equipment, decals, and other identifying markings;
Order and procure filters, supplies, and materials for preventative maintenance services;
Complete documentation on all units, track equipment maintenance, and keep federal DOT inspection records;
Create, prepare, review, and edit work orders in the SAP system;
Continuously learn and develop job knowledge and skills;
Learn to diagnose and repair a variety of heavy equipment systems;
Learn to fabricate, machine, and weld special-use parts and accessories;
Instruct operators in the use and care of vehicles and equipment;
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment through cleaning and ensuring proper storage and disposal of waste;
Follow all safety procedures, wear appropriate safety equipment, and report any safety concerns;
Respond to emergencies and travel to remote locations in adverse weather and road conditions to perform mechanical repairs on CDOT equipment;
Use computers with various software applications for data input, records management, and e-mail in support of job assignment;
Other duties as assigned.

What CDOT Provides

Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools
Full payment for your CDL physical, after your first year with CDOT
Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal, after your first year with CDOT
CPR and first-aid training
Variety of career training opportunities
40-hour work weeks, with opportunity for overtime during weather emergencies
Opportunities to learn new equipment
Opportunities for advancement

Work Environment:

Expected work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30, but may be subject to change at any time.
May be required to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays
Some on-call time is required
Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where he/she can be reached for the purpose of responding to an emergency
Required to lift up to 70 lbs.
Required to bend, kneel, climb in/out of trucks when maintaining and repairing equipment
Required to operate CDOT vehicles and heavy equipment
Must be able to read, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions
Frequent travel during work day to perform field repairs, as well as to attend trainings and meetings
May be required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time hot and cold
Exposure to loud noises
Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin
Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600V) and electrical shock
Must be able to hear and communicate via cell phone and state radio to relay information and respond to field calls
Due to locations of some of the equipment, must be physically able to work at 9-12,000 feet altitude
Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only:

Two (2) years of relevant experience including repairing, overhauling, general maintenance, and rebuilding of engines, accessories, systems, auto bodies, and other mechanical units. Work ranges from minor service to complete system overhauls on heavy construction equipment.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience:

A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years.
- Education/apprenticeship in automotive and diesel equipment mechanics or heavy equipment mechanics will be considered with submission of a transcript.
- Experience in repairing, overhauling, general maintenance, and rebuilding of engines, accessories, systems, auto bodies, and other mechanical units will be considered.

Conditions of Employment

Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes.
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.
May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider.
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.
Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays.
Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where you can be reached for the purposes of responding to an emergency.

Preferred Qualifications
The exceptional applicant will be an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic who possesses proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

Demonstrated success with the duties as listed in the Description of the Job section;
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
Extensive experience with troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of automotive and heavy duty diesel vehicles and equipment, up to 10 tons is highly desirable;
Extensive experience designing and fabricating parts and special tools needed for unique and emergency situations;
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 relationship building skills;
Effective oral communication and customer service skills;
Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
Strong reasoning, analytic thinking, troubleshooting and problem solving skills;
Use of innovative approaches when performing repairs, with consideration for available resources, budget, time, efficiency, and safety;
Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances;
Strong commitment to safety;
Strong positive and can-do attitude;
Self-starter and motivated to accomplish assigned tasks;
Conscientious, organized, and reliable in maintaining the shop and completing assigned duties;
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
Ability to quickly learn with minimal direction;
Ability to adapt to changes in work assignments and environments;
Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
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 software.

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 that 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.

Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. 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.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

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 " ... " 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.

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 ( ... ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203), or faxed ...) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the departments 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 ...; 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.

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 ... .

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.

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Job ID: 488055495

Originally Posted on: 8/4/2025

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