Equipment Mechanic II (Balmorhea)

TxDOT's Special Jobs Section is looking for a light/heavy Equipment Mechanic II to join the team.  A career with us is centered on meaningful public service to the community through our roadway maintenance activities and emergency response. We're looking for an independent worker who has strong time management and task-prioritizing skills, communicates effectively, and enjoys problem solving in challenging situations. The main duties of this position are mechanic-related, but there are opportunities to learn and assist the crew with roadway maintenance tasks as needed. Great benefits, steady work, and a Can-Do team are just some of the reasons that people who come to TxDOT, stay with TxDOT.

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)
 

Performs advanced repair/maintenance and inspection related work for fleet vehicles and equipment in the Fleet Operations Division Shop or a District Maintenance Section. Inspects work performed by shop mechanics and/or contracted vendors. Work may require maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in the construction of highways/bridges. Work may require contact with other governmental agencies and private contractors. Employees at this level perform independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Handles and disposes of environmentally hazardous materials in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Checks lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning of headlights, spotlights, tail lights and parking lights.
• Completes repair order paperwork and accurately enters data into fleet information management system.
• Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges.
• Orders, picks up and delivers parts, materials, tools, and operates equipment and vehicles to include heavy equipment.
• Performs acetylene and electric arc welding repairs.
• Performs emergency spot repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment; as required moves items related to these activities.
• Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares vehicles for use by checking for required safety features such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers and mobile radios.
• Repairs and adjusts steering assemblies.
• Repairs vehicle air conditioning systems.
• Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.
• Uses computerized diagnostic analyzer systems and performs complex diagnostic work on vehicles/equipment.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
   

• Commercial driver’s license (CDL)

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

• Mechanical equipment operation and maintenance
• Vehicle air conditioning and heating systems
• Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Methods and procedures involving storage & transport of hazardous materials
• State procurement guidelines for parts purchases and P-card use
• Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems
• Brake repairs to include anti-locking systems, mechanical brakes, air brakes and hydraulic brake systems
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
• Using applicable electronic test equipment
• Diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures