Job Description

Posting number: HAA-50047455-10/26

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: Division of Maintenance & Operations

Job classification: Equipment Mechanic II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Transportation, Vehicle Maintenance

Summary

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This position is only open to Colorado state residents

New employees to the state will be paid bi-weekly. There are 26 bi-weekly pay periods in a year.

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

CDOT’s 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, socio-economic 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.

Examples of duties

About the Work Unit

The Fleet Services Unit is responsible for the oversight of CDOT’s equipment and vehicle assets. This includes both the heavy and light fleets along with the Equipment Management System, fuel management, procurement of CDOT road equipment, road equipment budget, preparation of new equipment, road equipment inventory, Headquarters Motor Pool operations, joint management of CDOT’s light fleet with State Fleet Management, and management/administration of CDOT’s Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) systems.

About the Position

The Equipment Mechanic will track and receive all new and used vehicles and equipment purchased and owned by the Department of Transportation. This is for all types of equipment that is ¾ ton and larger, such as bridge repair vehicles, loaders, pavers, rollers, plow trucks, excavatoes, back hoes, mowers, paint trucks, gradalls, pole cats, motor graders, bulldozers, hot boxes, lay down machines, forklifts, etc. They will receive and certify all paperwork from vendors and perform initial inspections to determine compliance with bid specifications, check vehicles and equipment for proper fluid levels and function of added accessories, and test drive each unit checking for proper operation and safety. Additionally, this position performs routine safety and compliance inspections required by state and federal law.

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

• Receive and certify paperwork from vendors and perform intial inspections to determine compliance with bid specificationsPerform routine preventative maintenance services per CDOT policies and procedures, including oil changes, servicing transmissions, servicing differentials, etc.;
• Perform DOT/CDOT inspections on equipment;
• Decide on safest method of loading, unloading, or moving heavy equipment;
• Process documentation for new and used equipment delivery and receiving; enter data for vehicle enrollment into the SAP application;
• Document time from delivery to actual placement in service as well as the status of the check-in process and all required check-in forms;
• Install special equipment such as warning lights, radios, AVL hardware and safety equipment;
• Prepare new vehicles for service by applying officially sanctioned decals and logo; Decommission vehicles and equipment by removing aftermarket equipment, decals, license plates and other identifying markings;
• Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work environment by cleaning the shop, benches, floor and tools periodically. Ensure proper storage and disposal of waste by-products (e.g. dirty solvent, rags and trash);
• Maintain proper storage by meeting all safety rules and regulations of chemicals used for automotive repair (e.g. Paints, oils, other lubricants and solvents;
• Use computers with various software applications for data input, records management, and e-mail in support of job assignment;
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Expected work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am to 15:30, but may be subject to change at any time
• Expected to report to an alternate location when workflow and staffing requires it
• 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 to occasionally transport vehicles and/or attend annual events such as the State Truck Roadeo
• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties

Qualifications

Experience Only:

• Two (2) years of relevant experience including repairing, general maintenance of engines, accessories, systems, auto bodies, and/or other mechanical units.

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 including repairing, general maintenance of engines, accessories, systems, auto bodies, and/or other mechanical units will be considered.

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.

Conditions of Employment

• 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.
• A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B with no restriction on air brakes within 180 days of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e. drug test)
• 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

The Exceptional Applicant will be an experienced engineer and will 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.
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
• Ability to work independently to coordinate scheduling of shipping, receiving, and repair/maintenance functions;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Current, valid CDL Class B;
• Knowledge of computer software for record keeping and of basic office functions such as telephone, fax, and e-mail for communications;
• Extensive experience with troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of automotive and heavy duty diesel vehicles and 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;
• 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;
• 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.
• Passion for safety;

Supplemental information

Applicant Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

1. A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
2. 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.)
3. A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
4. A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
5. If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
6. 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. 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.

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 "info@governmentjobs.com" 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:

1. 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.
2. 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.

1. 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, LLC, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com. Info Cubic is located at 116 Inverness Drive East, Suite 206, Englewood, CO 80112, and can be reached at 877.360.4636.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 (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), 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 tospb.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, atspb.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 Angelita Sims at angelita.sims@state.co.us call 303-757-9225.

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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