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Automotive Technician - Heavy Equipment
Jefferson County is seeking qualified Automotive Technicians to work with heavy equipment, including graders, bulldozers, backhoes, tractors, and other specialized gasoline and diesel-powered machinery. In this role, incumbents will perform journeyman-level mechanical repair and maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment is in proper working condition. Responsibilities include inspecting machinery to identify maintenance or repair needs, executing repairs, and utilizing independent judgment to determine appropriate methods of repair
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position :
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of hire.
- Completion of coursework / certification program OR gained work experience in the following areas :
- Diagnosing problems with diesel engines using manual tools and gauges.
- Diagnosing problems with diesel engines using scan tools or a computer.
- Performing repairs on diesel and gasoline engines.
- Performing electrical repairs on automobiles and trucks. Inspecting and repairing steering and suspension.
- Inspecting and repairing air brake systems.
- Inspecting and repairing fluid hydraulic systems. Inspecting and repairing heavy equipment undercarriages (track chains, rollers, idlers, recoil springs, suspension, etc.).
Application for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies :
COMPENSATION
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES :
Salary : 50k-100k. Date posted : 01 / 22 / 2025
Salary : $23 - $36
