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GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Join WYDOT as a Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Cheyenne, Wyoming! Ready to take your mechanic skills to new heights? The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is hiring a full-time Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Get your hands on a range of tasks from overhauling diesel and gasoline engines to brake, steering, transmission, and hydraulic repairs on a variety of automotive and heavy-duty equipment—all under limited supervision.
Why Cheyenne? Cheyenne offers the perfect blend of Old West charm and modern adventure! Located along the stunning Front Range, you’ll have access to:
- Endless outdoor fun – from mountain biking and hiking to skiing, fishing, and hunting.
- Cheyenne Frontier Days every July—the legendary "Daddy of 'em All!"
- No state income tax in Wyoming, meaning your paycheck goes further!
What’s In It for You:
- $2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligible applicants—details apply)
- Generous Paid Leave – vacation, sick days, and holidays to support work-life balance
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- State Retirement Plan + deferred compensation options to secure your future
Why Choose WYDOT? WYDOT is all about public service, where you’ll make a tangible impact every day. Bring your passion for mechanics and love for the outdoors to Cheyenne, where adventure awaits right after work!
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today and drive your career forward with WYDOT!
Human Resource Contact: Mandy McMicheal / mandy.mcmicheal@wyo.gov / 307-745-2111
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Maintains and repairs trucks, plows, and various pieces of construction equipment.
- Evaluate mechanical problems, perform diagnostic tests, interpret the results, and decide the best course of action needed.
- Diagnoses and repairs special computerized equipment.
- Orders parts and processes payments.
- Hold safety meetings and provide training on the use of all shop equipment used in fabrication and machining.
- Runs reports to ensure that preventive maintenance is accomplished on equipment.
- Performs journey-level skilled machining and fabrication of hard and soft metal alloys.
- Acts as a supervisor in the absence of a supervisor.
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to those who have completed any equipment certification exams, skills in using fleet maintenance software - AssetWorks, Networkfleet, and specialized training in automotive repair.
**Required to obtain Welder Certification card.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of automotive troubleshooting and diagnostics; automotive shop operations and ability to make decisions regarding the management, maintenance, and repairs of all vehicles.
- Aptitude to troubleshoot various mechanical issues with a given piece of equipment; ability to gas and arc weld and cut; ability to use hand and power tools.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical problems.
- Ability to effectively manage time.
- Skill in automotive maintenance and repair, including the use of automotive shop equipment, hand tools, and welding equipment.
- Skill inefficient records management and data entry.
- Knowledge of policies and safe work procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience Substitution: 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Ability to obtain a CDL
OR
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Heavy Mechanic
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Ability to obtain a CDL
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Equipment
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
