Automotive/Diesel Mechanic Lead - Grand Island at State of Nebraska in Grand Island, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27



Location:

Grand Island, NE



Hiring Rate:

$23.926



Job Posting:

JR2025-00014852 Automotive/Diesel Mechanic Lead - Grand Island (Open)



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Job Description:

The lead mechanic is considered the Lead of the District Shop's activities located in Grand Island, Nebraska, who is responsible for the oversight of a group of mechanics assigning work and checking work for quality and function. Under supervision, performs various maintenance and repair tasks with automotive equipment on heavy-duty vehicles, including diesel and gasoline engine overhauls and tune-ups, brakes, steering, transmission, or hydraulic repair.


The lead mechanic is a working position and performs a wide variety of preventive maintenance and/or repairs on various automotive or heavy equipment along with other self-propelled or towed equipment. Performs safety inspections on all types of automotive components and heavy equipment vehicles. Reads and interprets technical manuals to diagnose and correct problems on vehicles and equipment. Rigs and fabricate new equipment to district standards. Creates repair orders. Responsible for the inventory of shop, equipment, and supplies. Designs and fabricates parts specialized applications. Completes repairs orders and tracks equipment down time. Under the direction of the District Mechanic/Supervisor: Controls costs, direct repair or service, type of repair or replacement and maintains a supply of wear parts, filters, or fluids. Performs other tasks and duties as required or deemed necessary.


Pay rate of $23.926 per hour.


Please reach out to Tessa Burford, Talent Acquisition Partner, at (402) 419-3192, if you have questions or to learn more.



Job Duties:



Receives or initiates work assignments; schedules, assigns, coordinates, and guides the work assignments of automotive/diesel mechanics in accordance with established workflow/assignment requirements to assist supervisory staff in the timely accomplishment of assignee work.


Reviews and reports to the supervisor on the work performance of assigned automotive/diesel mechanics to determine the overall conformity to established timetables and quality standards, and to document and communicate employee production levels and training needs.


Diagnoses complex mechanical, electrical, computer, and hydraulic problems and failures to determine the nature, extent, necessity, and cost-effectiveness of repairs. Researches and studies structural and procedural schematics and manuals. Interviews equipment operators and equipment vendors to gather information about equipment operation. Researches the history of the individual piece of equipment. Determines the extent of repairs and new parts needed; identifies peripheral damage; and determines alternative levels of repair.


Fabricates and repairs equipment and parts by using a variety of welders, welding materials, and methods to adapt incompatible parts, replace unavailable parts, secure attachments, and repair damage. Operates welders to make repairs and/or fabricate parts or install equipment.


Calibrates various systems on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment that distribute various materials as they pertain to road and weather conditions and allow operators to drive the vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently. Makes necessary adjustments and recommendations, as needed, and trains operators on these systems when necessary. Troubleshoots and repairs vehicles and equipment when needed.


Inspects new equipment to ensure that it meets specifications; sets up new equipment to make sure it is road ready. Evaluates equipment to identify adjustments that need to be made to accommodate auxiliary attachments, equipment, and operating systems. Identifies parts and materials needed to attach auxiliary equipment. Evaluates the equipment and compiles part numbers and other information for historical purposes.


Diagnoses multiple, complex, and varied vehicle and equipment computer systems to determine the cause of intermittent data flow that trips computer codes and makes necessary adjustments and repairs to preserve the integrity of computer systems. Researches equipment to identify function that are computerized, and researches schematics of computerized systems. Interviews equipment operators to compile information about equipment operation and problems. Operates computerized diagnostic equipment to read data and troubleshoot equipment operational problems; replaces computer sensors; makes necessary repairs and adjustments; and operates equipment to determine the accuracy of diagnosis and repairs.


Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces mechanical system components to restore equipment to a safe and operational state. Confers with equipment manufacturers and vendors to resolve problems. Maintains hydraulics systems; installs and monitors electrical systems; repairs steering systems; repairs suspension systems, brake systems, drive trains, and fuel systems. Repairs/overhauls/replaces diesel and gasoline engines.


Orders, receives, stores, moves, and installs equipment, motors, supplies, and materials: pulls, pushes, lifts, and manipulates equipment, tools, and supplies, weighing up to 100 pounds in a safe manner to adjust, modify, install, repair, or overhaul light and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.


Conducts initial evaluation of the job at hand; compiles notes and determines materials needed, takes measurements, draws designs of work to be done, and prepares estimates of costs.


Performs administrative record-keeping functions. Records part numbers from new equipment; updates equipment history including work done and parts changes. Enters information in computerized equipment information management system. Maintains inventory of equipment, parts, and supplies.



Requirements/Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: Practical work experience performing automotive/diesel maintenance and repair, including use of computerized diagnostic instruments and equipment. OR Post high school vocational or technical coursework with an emphasis in automotive/diesel mechanics including instruction in computerized diagnostic equipment and experience working with automotive/diesel mechanical maintenance and repair practices, equipment, and technologies.



Preferred Qualifications: A degree in Automotive Diesel Mechanics, with experience in the repair of trucks or heavy equipment. Experience in welding and fabrication. Basic computer experience. Work experience in auto/diesel mechanics. Knowledge of the maintenance, repair, and service procedures for gasoline and diesel equipment, the use of hand tools, and use of testing equipment. Must be able to diagnose and troubleshoot problems in gasoline and diesel-powered equipment and anticipate malfunctions from verbal descriptions to diagnose or repair equipment in the shop or field.



Other:The primary work location for this position is Grand Island, Nebraska. Your daily work activities change based on NDOT's needs and vary based on weather, environment, and road conditions. Your worksite may be on any road system including interstate or expressway, on secondary highways, rural highways, or gravel roadways, at our facilities, or traveling to any district to perform emergency activities. Possess or be able to obtain a Class A CDL within 90 days of hire through our in-house CDL training program. Costs to obtain the permit will be covered by the department. Must be able to report to work outside scheduled work hours for snow and other highway emergencies under normal driving conditions in 30 minutes. Possess and maintain a good driving record. Ability to lift up to 100 pounds, work in extreme temperature conditions or inclement weather, and climb, bend, stoop, and lift above the shoulders. Must be 18 years of age or older.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:



Knowledge of: agency policies and procedures relating to equipment maintenance and repair; agency record-keeping systems; local, regional, and national resources available to complete assigned duties; the advanced, modern principles, methods, tools, and equipment of automotive and diesel technology trade; the principles of internal combustion engines, different drive trains, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, global positioning systems (GPS), and electrical systems; automotive and heavy vehicle computer control, reporting, and diagnostic systems; the operating principles of automotive computer technology, diagnostics, and repair methods; variances of design among manufacturers; electrical monitors and meters; welding technology and practices; occupational hazards and safety precautions of the mechanics trade; safe handling and disposal methods of hazardous materials.


Skill in: operating electronic, computerized and/or precision measuring equipment to diagnose, maintain, and repair equipment; using hand tools and operating power and hydraulic tools and shop equipment such as welders, cutting torches, bench and angle grinders, drill presses, lathes, press breaks, and compressors.


Ability to: diagnose complex equipment and mechanical/electronic malfunctions and to determine the corrective repairs needed; operate diagnostic equipment and interpret results; read and interpret equipment schematics, blueprints, flowcharts, and technical manuals; operate equipment and determine if it is functional and safe; use machine shop tools; perform varied welding/fabrication functions; determine tensile strength of fabricated parts; visualize end-products from concepts; use manual and computerized recordkeeping systems; operate heavy, medium and light weight vehicles and equipment; communicate in person, over the telephone, and by mail or email with agency coworkers and vendors to exchange information; interact with coworkers, vendors, and agency administrative staff to maintain work relationships; instruct peers in the use of specialized tools, machines, and equipment; identify cost factors and estimate the cost of repairs/maintenance; learn basic approaches to establish work relationships with others and guide and direct coworkers as a team; learn approaches to plan maintenance/repair activities to accomplish established work goals; listen to others and foster commitment to work goals.


Ability to work and communicate with a team. Ability to work with minimal supervision, be self-motivated, and hold high integrity. Trainable. Ability and willingness to learn and accept challenges by learning and adjusting to new technology and processes. Quality/results-oriented sense of urgency in the performance of duties. Ability to work safely and demonstrate safe and reliable practices and behaviors. Ability to interact in a positive manner and treat co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect, work to resolve conflicts, and make good decisions using sound judgment, processes, and purpose.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


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Equal Opportunity Statement



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