Equipment Mechanic Jobs

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

• Job Posting closes: May 18, 2023

Kansas Department of Transportation

At KDOT, we reward our staff’s hard work by providing training opportunities, a family-oriented work environment and service recognition. Promotional opportunities, free parking and flexible schedules are also offered. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!

Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDOT does not provide sponsorships for this position.

Kansas Department of Transportation

About the Position:

• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes
• Work Schedule: Due to the nature of the work, incumbent may/will be required to work additional hours when needed, including nights and weekends. Additional hours will be assigned by the supervisor depending on the needs of the agency.
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Search Keywords: El Dorado, District Five
• Who can apply: Anyone

Compensation:

• Annual Base Salary: $42,806.40
• Base Hourly Pay Rate: $20.58

Employment Benefits:

• Group health, dental, vision.
• Basic Life Insurance provided by the State/Optional Group Life Insurance at a reasonable cost.
• The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSAs) Training Provider Registry (TPR) improves highway safety by ensuring that entry-level drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) complete training as required by the new Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations before testing for certain commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and CDL endorsements. KDOT is a registered training provider and provides paid on the job training for entry level drivers.
• On-the-job training programs
  • The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSAs) Training Provider Registry (TPR) improves highway safety by ensuring that entry-level drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) complete training as required by the new Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations before testing for certain commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and CDL endorsements. KDOT is a registered training provider and provides paid on the job training for entry level drivers.
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid Vacation Leave & Paid Sick Leave & Paid State Holidays
• Family Oriented Work Environment
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

This position is located at the El Dorado Shop in District Five. This position exists to provide skilled mechanical work for the maintenance and repair of equipment in support of KDOT’s construction and maintenance activities. It also provides skilled welding and fabrication work. Additionally, this position completes work orders and handles the procurement of parts including ordering and tracking.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Makes working diagnosis of mechanic failure by means of specialized testing equipment and visual or auditory checks.
• Diagnoses malfunctions and troubleshoots to determine cause of failure on complex systems, including but not limited to, hydraulics and pneumatics systems.
• Performs a full-range mechanical overhaul & repair of light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. This includes occasional repairs in the field.
• Performs tune-up, electrical repairs and maintenance/adjustment on both automotive and heavy-duty equipment.

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment.
• Six months of experience in automotive and/or diesel mechanics to meet the needs of the agency. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Team oriented ability to perform work that requires moderate physical exertion.
• Experience with the maintenance and repair of heavy gasoline or diesel-powered equipment used in construction & maintenance activities or other comparable physical settings.

Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements

• Any Commercial Driver who has received a Confirmed Positive Result or the Equivalent and has not successfully completed all Rehabilitation Program requirements and follow-up testing requirements is not eligible for this position. (Per SOM 2.1.10).
• This CDL position is subject to drug and alcohol testing under the authority of the US Department of Transportation. The selected candidate will be required to pass a DOT pre-employment/pre-duty drug test as a condition of employment in this position. (This position will also be required to participate in random testing, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing.)
• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx . If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785)296-3199 or by email at [email protected]
• This position is subject to pre-employment physical testing. The selected candidate will be required to pass the screening as a condition of employment.
• The selected candidate for this position will be expected to have their own hand tools to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Click here to see KDOT's policy and a list of required tools. Applicants will be considered for the position without the required tools; however, the required tools must be available for use on the first day of work.
• A CDL must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained. KDOT will reimburse for the costs associated with obtaining a CDL.

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Jessica Mills
• Phone: (785) 296-1841
• Email: [email protected]

Job Application Process

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• Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
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Optional Documents for this Application to be Complete

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• Transcripts (If substituting education)
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

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• Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
• Cover Letter

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.