Fleet Mechanic (DOT/D3 #19870)

Posting Details New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) provides a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public while promoting economic development and preserving New Mexico's environment. Vision Statement: Set the standard for a safe, reliable, and efficient transportation system. Mission Statement: Provide a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public, while promoting economic development and preserving the environment of New Mexico. Core Values: Safety, Accountability, Customer Service, Integrity, Teamwork, and Communication. This position is with the District 3 Equipment Shop. Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two (2) weeks of closing date. As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES - PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD OR ATTACH ANY DIGITALLY SIGNED DOCUMENTS* Why does the job exist? The Fleet Mechanic position exists for the purpose to inspect, diagnose, repair, and perform maintenance on vehicles and equipment. This position will require the incumbent to observe, shadow, and follow direction by higher-level mechanics. How does it get done? Duties of the Fleet Mechanic includes tasks such as changing oil, repair and changing of tires, overall general inspection of vehicles and equipment. Work is primarily performed in the District 3 shop with occasional field assignments, utilizing computerized automotive diagnostic equipment such as a laptop and/or a diagnostic scanner. Position will also provide support in completing and processing work orders in the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Fleet Management system to track labor and parts. Who are the customers? The traveling public, as well as internal and external customers. Ideal Candidate The traveling public, as well as internal and external customers. Minimum Qualification High School diploma or equivalent and six (6) months of work experience in a repair shop or maintenance facility. Educational experience in automotive service repair may substitute for required experience. Must possess or obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License, Class A (or equivalent license from another state) within one (1) year of hire. Employment Requirements This position is designated as safety sensitive within the meaning of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and must abide by all provisions of the Federal Omnibus Transportation Testing Act. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Must possess and maintain a valid Class 'A' Commercial Driver's License within one (1) year of hire. Employment requires successful completion of post offer pre-employment physical exam and drug test and is conditional pending results. Business and/or personal reference checks and Driver's License verification are also required, and employment is conditional pending results. Working Conditions Exposure to noise, fumes, low and high liquid/air pressures, sparks, flames from welding and cutting torches, moving traffic and heavy equipment. Duties may include walking on hard/smooth surfaces/uneven ground. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 90 pounds. Exposure to inclement weather: rain, snow and blowing winds. Ability to use hand tools (manual and powered) such as: band saws, hydraulic presses, tire mounting machines and heavy equipment. Work may also be performed in an office setting to include working with computers, faxes, copiers and printers. Occasional …

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