Do you have experience working on heavy equipment? The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for mechanics who take charge and have a high standard of workmanship for our Journey Diesel Mechanic positions in the Region Two Mechanic Shop.

In this position,you will ensure that maintenance vehicles,such as snow plows,are functioning properly and most importantly- safely. While you will work in a shop environment,this position will also travel to different sites throughout the region to help maintain heavy duty trucks and equipment that are unable to be brought into the shop. Principal Duties As a Journey Diesel Mechanic,you will:

• Perform mechanic duties including inspecting,diagnosing,adjusting,overhauling,and repairing UDOT equipment.
• Inspect parts for wear,breaks,and defects.
• Use diagnostic testing and calibrating equipment for repairs.
• Perform cutting,brazing,and welding as needed.
• Complete necessary paperwork to account for parts and labor.
• Road test all equipment before and after repair.

• Complete other duties as assigned

    The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have:

• A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within 60 days after hire.

• A State Inspection certificate or the ability to obtain one within 90 days after hire.
• At least 4 years of directly related professional experience or substitution of directly related education for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• 24-hour availability and be available for overtime and varied work schedules.
• Your own full set of mechanics tool (tool allowance will be provided).

This position may be filled as an Automotive Assistant (pay range

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$12.91-$19.35) for applicants who do not meet the level of work experience for a Journey Diesel Mechanic.  Preference may be given to those with all around mechanical abilities.

*Why Should You Join Our Team?*

The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work,this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is,Enhance quality of life through transportation. We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health,Connected Communities,Better Mobility,and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want,when they want,in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely. 

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust,Teamwork,and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect,Integrity,and Caring. If these are your values,too,you'll be a great fit. 

Aside from working for a cause-driven,cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation,you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click

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*The Agency*

UDOT is a strengths-based organization,which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment,but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online,and no formal assessment is required.

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