Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Position Summary

Performs field and shop preventive maintenance inspections, minor and major repairs on medium/heavy vehicles, emergency vehicles/equipment, construction equipment, attachments, auxiliary equipment, and emergency generators; diagnoses and repairs all components and sub-systems, to include hydraulic and pneumatic; removes, repairs, rebuilds and/or replaces drive train and related components to manufacturer's specifications.

*** This posting may be used for multiple positions***

What You Will Do

• Independently travels to perform repairs and maintenance to all vehicles, equipment attachments, and auxiliary equipment in the field and shop garages; performs repairs to engines, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic components, and other related sub-systems.
• Maintains a safe work area to prevent accidents/injuries.
• Performs preventive maintenance services in accordance with the established Fleet Management program.
• Pays particular attention to personnel, shop, and equipment safety, reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to Supervisor(s).
• Performs annual Department of Transportation (DOT) required inspections on vehicles or required equipment and repairs as needed per Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations (FMSCR).
• Responsible for repairing HVAC and hydraulic system failures; responsible for repairing air and hydraulic brake systems.
• Responds to on-call after-hours emergencies.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.
• Understands, observes, and complies with all Governmental, Pueblo County, and Departmental policies, procedures, and protocols when performing job duties.
• Performs welding in the field and garage as required.
• Provides assistance, guidance, and training to technicians and mechanics as needed or directed by supervisor.
• Follows all guidelines outlined in the Fleet Management Standard Operating Procedures (FMSOP).
• Performs diagnostics tests using electronic communication software, web-based, and loaded electronic programs on all major vehicle and equipment systems to accurately identify malfunctions and cause of failure; repairs and corrects malfunction(s).
• Inputs accurate and detailed descriptions of the day's work activities into the database; communicates clearly and regularly with supervisor and co-workers on all work-related topics.

What You Have

Education:

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Automotive and/or Diesel Engine Repair Preferred
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency Required

Work Experience:

• 5 years or more experience in Heavy Equipment and/or Truck Repair Required

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver’s License with tank endorsement current License or ability to obtain within 90 days Required
• Automotive Services Excellence (Medium/Heavy Truck) Certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence current or ability to obtain within 1 year Required

Special Requirements:

• Must successfully pass a background check Required
• Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening Required

What Pueblo County Offers

• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• 4-week Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• County Retirement Program
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Bldg)

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY
2023

HOLIDAYS

• Day before Labor Day - September 1st (Early Release at 12:00 pm)
• Juneteenth Day (observed) - June 19th
• Francis Xavier Cabrini Day - October 2nd
• Presidents' Day - February 20th
• One (1) Personal Holiday **
• Day before Thanksgiving - November 22nd (Early Release at 12:00 pm)
• Memorial Day - May 29th
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - January 16th
• New Year's Day (observed) - January 2nd
• Day after Thanksgiving - November 24th
• Independence Day - July 4th
• Veterans Day (observed) - November 10th
• Christmas Eve (observed) - December 22nd
• Employee Appreciation Day - June 28th
• Labor Day - September 4th
• Christmas Day - December 25th
• Thanksgiving Day - November 23rd
• Halloween - October 31st (Early Release At 3:00 pm)
• Day before New Year's Eve - December 29th (Early Release at 12:00 pm)

• When a holiday falls on a Saturday, Friday will be celebrated as the County holiday
• When a holiday falls on a Sunday, Monday will be celebrated as the County holiday

** Personal Day: paid day off chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Official or Department Director **

• Elected Officials and Department Directors may vary these holidays based on the needs of their offices/departments.
• If an employee is absent the day preceding or following the holiday without prior approval, the employee will not be paid for the holiday
• Early releases are at the discretion of the Elected Official or Department Director and may vary based on the operational needs of their offices/departments. All time off work taken by County employees based on the Early Released above shall be considered holiday time off for purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

*** The above 2023 Holiday Schedule resolution number 22-274 was amended and approved by the Board of County Commissioners on April 25, 2023.***

DEPARTMENTS SCHEDULED TO WORK ON HOLIDAYS
Due to operational requirements, some employees will be required to work on holidays. The employee must take the holiday by the end of the month following the holiday at a date approved by their Elected Official or Department Director

SICK LEAVE
Regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 960 hours.

VACATION

• 0-5 years: earn eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 144 hours.
• 5-10 years: earn twelve (12) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 216 hours.
• 10+ years: earn sixteen (16) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 288 hours.

New hires are eligible to use vacation time after six (6) months of continuous service with Pueblo County.

RETIREMENT
All Regular Full-Time employees and Elected Officials are required to participate in the County Retirement Plan upon completion of one (1) month of continuous employment. A pre-tax deduction of 8.25% will be deducted from the employee's monthly pay.

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EMPLOYER MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION
Pueblo County's contribution toward the purchase of your benefit options on a tiered approach and based on which medical plan you elect.

If Benefit Selections:

• Are greater than the employer contribution dollar amount, the difference is deducted from paycheck
• Are less the employer contribution dollar amount, additional pay or cash back is not optional
• Are equal to the employer contribution dollar amount, there is no effect on pay

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLAN
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $746.68 $1,401.20 $1,933.00
Employer Contribution $776.00 $1,286.06 $1,741.01
Employee Contribution -$29.32 $115.14 $191.99 LOW HMO
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $943.18 $1,818.34 $2,513.73
Employer Contribution $785.55 $1,310.55 $1,775.09
Employee Contribution $157.63 $507.79 $738.64 HMO/Ded
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $907.40 $1,748.52 $2,417.07
Employer Contribution $783.44 $1,306.45 $1,769.42
Employee Contribution $123.96 $442.07 $647.65 PPO
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $807.46 $1,555.62 $2,135.34
Employer Contribution $777.58 $1,295.13 $1,752.88
Employee Contribution $29.88 $260.49 $382.46
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DENTAL INSURANCE - AMERITAS (optional)
Ameritas Dental
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $27.34 $59.85 $91.20
Employer Contribution $7.29 $15.95 $24.31
Employee Contribution $20.05 $43.90 $66.89
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VISION INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)
Anthem Blue Cross- Blue Shield
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $6.84 $12.12 $19.42
Employer Contribution $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Employee Contribution $6.84 $12.12 $19.42
Note: There is no Employer Contribution to Vision Insurance

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LONG TERM DISABILITY - THE STANDARD (required)
Coverage pays 60% of your wages up to $4,800 with a 90-day waiting period.

Your monthly cost = (monthly pay)/100 x 0.410

BASIC LIFE AND AD&D BENEFIT (required)
Employees are required to purchase the basic option for $1.90, however, they may elect to purchase additional coverage.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (optional)
This benefit allows you to pay for certain expenses (medical and/or dependent care needs) with "pre-tax" dollars. You specify the dollar amount you would like deducted from your monthly paycheck (minimum of $25), then when you incur an eligible expense, you pay it. Then you submit a claim form and original receipt for reimbursement.

Note: According to IRS rules, any funds left in your FSA account(s) at the end of the year cannot be returned to you. They are considered "use or lose" funds.

ADDITIONAL INSURANCES/BENEFITS (optional)

• Other Self-Funded Retirement Plans
• Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance

*** These are post-tax benefits. ***

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