Heavy Mechanic 2025-02178

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is looking for a skilled and motivated professional to join our team as a Heavy Mechanic in Cody, Wyoming. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will help keep Wyoming’s roads safe and its transportation system running smoothly.

In this position, you will conduct a wide variety of preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel engines, automotive equipment, and other self-propelled or towed machinery. You will also perform safety inspections, diagnose problems using technical manuals, and rig or fabricate new equipment to meet district standards. Additional responsibilities include creating repair orders, managing shop inventory, and designing or fabricating specialized parts for tractors, mowers, and other machinery. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, precision work, and variety in their day-to-day responsibilities.

Beyond the shop, you’ll be living in or near Cody, Wyoming, a community with a rich history and breathtaking surroundings. Founded by the legendary Colonel William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, the town lies at the foot of the Rocky Mountains and serves as the eastern gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities in the nearby Shoshone National Forest and surrounding areas—whether it’s rodeo, hunting, fishing, boating, camping, rock climbing, hiking, or taking on ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, or ziplining. Cody blends Western tradition with modern amenities, offering an unmatched lifestyle.

On top of it all, Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax, giving you a financial advantage while enjoying everything this unique location has to offer.
This position offers:
**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

For information on the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, please visit our website

Human Resource Contact: Jesse Maschke / jesse.maschke@wyo.gov / 307-568-3427

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Conducts a wide variety of preventive maintenance and/or repairs on various diesel and automotive equipment, along with other self-propelled or towed equipment.
• Performs safety inspections on all types of automotive and diesel equipment.
• Reads and interprets technical manuals to diagnose and correct problems with vehicles and equipment.
• Rigs and fabricates new equipment to district standards.
• Creates repair orders.
• Responsible for the inventory of the shop, equipment, and supplies.
• Designs and fabricates parts for tractors, mowers, and machinery for specialized applications.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to applicants who have completed any equipment certification exams.

**Welder Certification card for FH&V Fillet and FH&V Grove 3/4" welds is a plus.
**Agency requires the successful applicant to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License
**Must pass a series of seven fundamental tests, including Electricity, Engines, Hydraulics, Power Trains, Administrative Procedures, Rigging, and General Shop.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of methods and techniques of automotive maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of electronic principles and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of light and heavy-duty automotive equipment and its parts (i.e., hydraulics, hydrostatics, drive trains, gas, and diesel engine overhauls).
• Knowledge of grease and oil specifications.
• Knowledge of general servicing of equipment.
• Knowledge of policies and safe work procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL

OR

Education:
Associate's Degree

Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Heavy Mechanics)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Ability to obtain a CDL

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Individuals must report to the Department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving the call. Acceptance of an appointment to this classification signifies that the individual is aware of this requirement and will comply with it. Failure to be available for emergency work, without an acceptable excuse, will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action and possible dismissal.
• Individuals in this classification will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Constant use of manual and powered hand tools.
• Daily use of motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to stand/sit and operate equipment for long periods of time.
• Work in adverse environmental conditions
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.
• This position includes a $50/month tool allowance. Must provide your own tools.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
• Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
• Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
• One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, funds will be recouped from final pay.
• Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
• Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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