What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic position at Laramie County, WY?
Salary : $24.40 - $28.71 Hourly
Location : Archer Complex, Cheyenne
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2025-00019
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025
Hiring Range : $24.40 - $28.71 Hourly
Full Salary Range : $24.40- $33.01 Hourly
Summary
Under general supervision, performs complex maintenance and repair work on vehicles, equipment and other motorized machinery in the Public Works Department.
Essential Job Functions
Essential Job Functions : (Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
- Inspects, maintains and repairs vehicles and heavy equipment in the repair shop and at job sites in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
- Diagnoses and repairs heavy equipment engines, transmissions, power trains, electronic systems, braking, and steering.
- Diagnoses and repairs component systems and sub-systems for electrical, fuel supply systems, hydraulic systems, and engine cooling systems.
- Performs road tests of repaired equipment, and transports equipment to job sites as required.
- Performs arc and acetylene welding as required; fabricates metal and tools, builds and modifies metal components, and performs body repair and other metal component repairs.
- Lubricates vehicles and changes oil and filters; fabricates parts as needed including hoses and belts.
- Installs and replaces auxiliary equipment as needed.
- Maintains records of repairs made, work orders and time worked.
- Inspects and cleans equipment and facility; reports maintenance needs and deficiencies to supervisor.
- Purchases parts and supplies within scope of authority.
- Performs duties of acting supervisor as assigned; prioritizes tasks and projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills :
Minimum Qualifications :
High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND five (5) year's vehicle, Heavy Truck and equipment maintenance experience; OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience; must have a valid Commercial Driver's License; special license endorsements and technical certifications may be required. Provides and maintains the appropriate set of tools to perform the functions of the position.
Laramie County provides a competitive benefits package. For a detailed summary of the benefits provided please click the link below to access our benefit page.
Do you have a valid Commercial Driver's License; special license endorsements and technical certifications may be required?
Do you understand you must provide and maintain the appropriate set of tools to perform the functions of the position?
Please explain your experience with heavy truck and equipment maintenance.
What is your highest level of education?
How many years of heavy truck and equipment maintenance do you have ?
Required Question
Salary : $24 - $33
