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Department Information
Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year
CDOT has a vacancy for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV located in Durango, CO.
* New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
* This location is eligible for an additional $500/month housing stipend
About CDOT
Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans' lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you'll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits package!
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.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://studentaid.gov/pslf/
The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.
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Description of Job
About the Unit
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV Shop Supervisor position works in the equipment shop in The Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Region 5 in Durango, CO. This work unit performs skilled journey level work which requires the application of knowledge and skills to diagnose, repair and modify automotive vehicles, maintenance equipment, and specialized heavy construction equipment; preserve and assure that the entire fleet of equipment is in safe operating condition aligned with the rules and policies of the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).
About the Position
As the Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV, you will supervise and assist 7 shop mechanics. You will establish work schedules and priorities on equipment and monitor completeness of work. You will ensure that safety and industry workmanship standards are followed in the shop. You will be responsible for providing technical assistance to mechanics, maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment, and preparing reports of shop activities. You will be a working supervisor. Approximately 60% of your time will be spent working and 40% of your time will be supervising the team,
Major Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Determine the type of training, coaching, and safety required for shop mechanics; perform in-house training or arrange for outside training; provide consistent and timely training on rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
* Ensure safety is upheld daily and conduct a monthly safety meeting.
* Supervise and inspect quality, quantity, and timeliness of work in progress and at completion; assure equipment is operationally ready before returning it to the field.
* Assist shop supervisor with the outsourcing of parts and labor required to maintain levels of service; assist in obtaining contracts with local vendors, developing scopes of work for functions performed, and working with the procurement office to find a vendor that meets requirements under procurement rules and regulations.
* Procure parts, tools, equipment, and supplies.
* Plan, schedule, and prioritize work to be performed and communicate with employees; modify the schedule as necessary to maintain the maximum amount of equipment working within the fleet.
* Road test all equipment before releasing it to the customer.
* Assist shop supervisor with developing an equipment replacement plan; monitor equipment use/age and establish spreadsheets and plans for the replacement of equipment; track equipment being replaced and account for each.
* Monitor customer needs and equipment performance.
* Audit records of all equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and equipment inspections, including parts, costs, tool costs, inventories, and employee time records.
* Work within the parameters of State Fleet Management (SFM) to provide service to vehicles with their organization; review service reports and prepare monthly odometer reports to SFM; review accuracy and completeness of fuel usage inventory data, check for unusual fuel usage patterns, and investigate unexplained inventory losses.
* Manage fleet for Region vehicles and equipment; collect, analyze, and communicate data related to equipment usage, repair histories, and cost of operation; manage the registration of vehicles and equipment, including emissions.
* Manage employee mechanic's license requirements and training.
* Evaluate employees through progress reviews and performance appraisals; compose performance plans; address performance issues in a timely manner.
* Assure that necessary forms are completed for surplus equipment; determine what may be able to be used in an emergency and what should go to sale.
* Maintain working knowledge of local, state, and federal statutes, as well as CDOT rules and regulations governing employee health and safety, drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles, Hazardous/Solid Waste issues, and environmental compliance; clarify or interpret these regulations for maintenance personnel.
* Maintain knowledge of rules and regulations governing State Personnel, OSHA Safety, Hazardous Materials, Colorado Air Quality Control Program, etc.
* Work to solve SAP problems and issues as they arise related to equipment, personnel, and procurement.
* Other job duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
* Work schedule will be Monday through Friday 0800-1630
* Occasional travel required during work hours for meetings and training
* Occasional overnight travel 1-3 times a year throughout Colorado
* Required to operate CDOT vehicles in order to test drive equipment
* Must be physically and able to work in all weather conditions, extreme temperatures and varying altitudes on the side of the road or in the shop
* Exposure to non-weather related hot and cold temperatures
* Exerts up to 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force regularly to move objects
* Required to bend, kneel, climb in/out of trucks when maintaining and repairing equipment
* Must be able to read, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions.
* May be required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time - hot and cold
* Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin
* Must be able to hear and communicate via cell phone and state radio to relay information and respond to field calls
* Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties
The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies which may become available during the life of this list.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in automotive AND heavy equipment repair.
* Three (3) of the 7 years must have been heavy equipment repair/maintenance experience that included diagnosing and repairing heavy diesel equipment such as 10-ton double axle snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines and/or 15' mower tractors with current proficiency at the journey level. (HEM III level at CDOT or equivalent )
Substitution: Satisfactory completion of a formalized apprenticeship program, or higher level non-correspondence coursework from an accredited college or technical school, beyond high school, in automotive and diesel equipment mechanic or heavy equipment mechanics may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required general experience, but not for the 3 years of heavy equipment mechanic experience.
Stronger candidates will be those that demonstrate depth and breadth of skill and ability, through a combination of professional experience and formal training, to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Conditions of Employment: The following conditions must be met and maintained in order to be employed and to continue employment at CDOT in this position, unless exempted by the Maintenance Superintendent or Traffic Program Engineer.
* 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.
* Must possess a Class B CDL permit and obtain a class A CDL with no restriction on air brakes within 6 months of the start date.
* May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e. drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider.
* On-call work
* Shift work
* Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
* May be required to live within thirty (30) minutes' driving time in normal weather conditions to be able to respond in a timely manner after being notified to report to work. Knowledge of an emergency or hazardous condition may be considered to be notification to report to workstation.
* CDOT employees are required to take one week of training each year. This training is completed via computer or in our Aurora location.
* 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 with proven ability and accomplishment in the following:
* Demonstrated success with the duties as listed in the Description of the Job section;
* Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
* 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, up to 10 tons;
* Extensive experience diagnosing and repairing various equipment including street sweepers, front end loaders, motor graders, single and tandem trucks with add on attachments and systems including plows, wings, sanders, electronic controlled hydraulic systems and liquid de-icing systems;
* Possesses Medium/Heavy truck ASE Certifications in Diesel Engine, Drive Trains, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation and A/C
* Comprehensive knowledge and experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting brake systems, gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, ignition systems and fuel systems
* Experience using precision tools with tolerances down to 10 thousands of an inch and accurate torques from 100s of foot lbs. to inch lbs.
* Excellent leadership and supervisory skills;
* Ability to teach and mentor employees to successfully accomplish their job responsibilities;
* Experience mentoring, coaching, training, and/or supervising mechanics;
* Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment;
* Use of innovative approaches when performing repairs, with consideration for available resources, budget, time, efficiency, and safety;
* Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills;
* Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem solving ability;
* Strong communication skills, both written and oral;
* Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
* Passion for safety;
* Self-starter and motivated to accomplish assigned tasks;
* Strong positive can-do attitude and customer service skills;
* Strong planning, scheduling, organizational, prioritizing time and project management skills;
* Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances, work assignments and environments;
* Conscientious, organized, and reliable in maintaining the shop and completing duties.
* Working effectively in both independent and team situations;
* Knowledge and experience using computers for vehicle diagnosing, data input, record keeping and email including MS Word, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn new 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 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.
* If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
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.
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:
* 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, 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 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 Priya.kumar@state.co.us
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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