Salary : $25.21 - $37.80 Hourly
Location : Pueblo, CO
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 02059
Department : Equipment Service
Opening Date : 01 / 29 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Mountain
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : PW / FAC / FLT
Position Summary
Heavy Equipment Mechanic III : budgeted starting salary $31.51 Hourly
Grade 8 $25.21 - $37.80 Hourly)
Under limited supervision, performs a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light-duty, medium-duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment
Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV : budgeted starting salary $34.65 Hourly
Grade 9 $27.72 - $41.58 Hourly)
Under limited supervision, performs lead duties over Heavy Equipment Mechanic staff in the Fleet Department. Performs a variety of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of light duty, medium duty, heavy trailer, truck, and road maintenance equipment. May fill in for supervisor in their absence.
Location : 33601 United Ave. Pueblo, CO
Shift : Monday-Thursday, 6 : 30am - 5pm
- THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS
What You Will Do
Heavy Equipment Mechanic III :
Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems and hydraulic systems.Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends; balances tires, adjusts drive lines and repairs damaged vehicle bodies.Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.Performs general in shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two-way radio system installations, cooling system problems and fuel system problems.Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin screw rear axles and compressor systems.Performs engineering, layout, fabrication and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment.Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents and disposes of trash and waste as required.Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.Answers phone and radio calls.Orders and picks up parts.Provides instruction on equipment operation.Makes welding repairs.Performs on-site service and emergency calls.Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV :
Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs and general maintenance on gas hybrid, gasoline and diesel engines and major drive train components transmissions, differentials and drive units.Performs and directs diagnostics, major and minor repairs on emissions systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical circuits, air conditioning systems, air systems and hydraulic systems.Performs safety repairs to comply with DOT regulations including air and hydraulic brake systems, repairs and adjusts lights, aligns front and rear ends; balances tires, adjusts drive lines and repairs damaged vehicle bodies.Maintains necessary records of all work performed using computerized fleet management system.Completes all necessary paperwork related to job assignments and time cards.Performs general in shop repairs of minor system failures including lights, brakes, brake adjustments, air system leaks, two-way radio system installations, cooling system problems and fuel system problems.Makes emergency road calls, which may require wrecker service or special transportation.Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic transmissions, single and twin screw rear axles and compressor systems.Performs engineering, layout, fabrication and installation of new equipment or repairs and redesign on existing equipment.Cleans and organizes shop and equipment, changes solvents and disposes of trash and waste as required.Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a clean and safe condition; responsible for reporting unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor.Answers phone and radio calls.Orders and picks up parts.Provides instruction on equipment operation.Makes welding repairs.Performs on-site service and emergency calls.What You Have
Heavy Equipment Mechanic III :
Experience & Certification and License :
Three (3) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.Possession of Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification required.Possession of, one to three (1-3) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium / Heavy Truck, such as : Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical / Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, Truck Equipment Installation and Repair, Electrical / Electronic Systems Installation and Repair, and / or Auxiliary / Power Systems Installation and Repair. Please note : (PMI) Certification does apply to this count and / or similar or related Manufacturer Certification(s) will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certifications.Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within 120 of hire required.Preferred Qualifications :
Possession of, a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement preferred.Possession of an ASE Medium / Heavy Truck Master Certification preferred.Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV :
Experience, License, & Certification :
Six (6) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment required.Possession of, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement required.Possession of Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification required.Possession of, four (4) current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium / Heavy Truck, such as : Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical / Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, Truck Equipment Installation and Repair, Electrical / Electronic Systems Installation and Repair, and / or Auxiliary / Power Systems Installation and Repair. Please note : (PMI) Certification does apply to this count and / or similar or related Manufacturer Certification(s) will be considered in lieu of the required ASE Certifications.Preferred Qualifications
Associate's Degree in Automotive and / or Diesel repair preferred.Possession of, a valid Colorado Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement preferred.Possession of an ASE Medium / Heavy Truck Master Certification preferred.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must successfully pass a background check.Must be able to pass post-job offer physical screening.Must maintain licenses / certifications current.What Pueblo County Offers
Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employeesGenerous Vacation and Sick Leave AccrualRemote & Hybrid working opportunitiesCounty Retirement ProgramAutonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadershipTruly inclusive and diverse environmentFitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)4-week Paid Parental Leave BenefitEMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY
2025
HOLIDAYS
New Year's Day - January 1stMartin Luther King, Jr. Day - January 20thPresidents' Day - February 17thMemorial Day - May 26thEmployee Appreciation Day Picnic - June 4thJuneteenth Day - June 19thIndependence Day - July 4thDay before Labor Day - August 29th (Early Release at 12 : 00pm)Labor Day -September 1stFrancis Xavier Cabrini Day - October 6thColumbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day - October 13thHalloween - October 31st (Early Release at 3 : 00pm)Veteran's Day - November 11thDay before Thanksgiving - November 26th (Early Release at 12 : 00pm)Thanksgiving Day - November 27thDay after Thanksgiving - November 28thChristmas Eve Day - December 24thChristmas Day - December 25thDay before New Year's Day - December 31st (Early Release at 12 : 00pm)One (1) Personal DayOne (1) Commission Appreciation DayRegular Part-Time Employees who are scheduled to work on a 2025 Holiday will receive Holiday Pay for two (2) of the Holidays of their choice (marked with the single asteriskabove) as approved by their Elected Official or Department DirectorWhen a holiday falls on a Saturday, Friday will be celebrated as the County holidayWhen a holiday falls on a Sunday, Monday will be celebrated as the County holidayPersonal DayPaid day off chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Official or Department DirectorCommissioner Appreciation DayPaid day off chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Office or Department DirectorElected Officials and Department Directors may vary these holidays based on the needs of their offices / departments.Early releases are at the discretion of the Elected Official or Department Director and may vary based on the operational needs of their offices / departments.All time off work taken by County employees for the days designated as Early Release shall be considered holiday time off for purposes "worked time" in determining Overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).If an employee is absent the day preceding or following the holiday without prior approval, the employee will not be paid for the holidayThe above 2025 Holiday Schedule resolution number 24-215 was approved by the Board of County Commissioners on October 15th, 2024DEPARTMENTS SCHEDULED TO WORK ON HOLIDAYS
Due to operational requirements, some employees will be required to work on holidays. The employee must take the holiday by the end of the month following the holiday at a date approved by their Elected Official or Department Director
SICK LEAVE
Regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 960 hours.
VACATION LEAVE
Upon initial date of hire : earn eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 144 hours.After 5 years : earn twelve (12) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 216 hours.Ater 10 years : earn sixteen (16) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 288 hours.RETIREMENT
All Regular Full-Time employees and Elected Officials are required to participate in the County Retirement Plan upon completion of one (1) month of continuous employment. A pre-tax deduction of 8.25% will be deducted from the employee's monthly pay.
EMPLOYER MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION
Pueblo County's contribution toward the purchase of your benefit options on a tiered approach and based on which medical plan you elect.
If Benefit Selections :
Are greater than the employer contribution dollar amount, the difference is deducted from paycheckAre equal to the employer contribution dollar amount, there is no effect on payAre less the employer contribution dollar amount, additional pay or cash back is not optionalMEDICAL INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS / BLUE SHIELD (optional)
HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLAN Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $747.00 $1,401.00 $1,933.00
Employer Contribution $776.00 $1,286.00 $1,742.00
Employee Contribution -$29.00 $115.00 $191.00
LOW HMO Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $943.00 $1,818.00 $2,514.00
Employer Contribution $786.00 $1,311.00 $1,776.00
Employee Contribution $157.00 $507.00 $738.00
HMO / Ded Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $907.00 $1,749.00 $2,417.00
Employer Contribution $783.00 $1,307.00 $1,770.00
Employee Contribution $123.00 $442.00 $647.00
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $807.00 $1,556.00 $2,135.00
Employer Contribution $778.00 $1,296.00 $1,753.00
Employee Contribution $29.00 $260.00 $382.00
DENTAL INSURANCE - AMERITAS (optional)
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $27.00 $60.00 $91.00
Employer Contribution $7.00 $17.00 $25.00
Employee Contribution $20.00 $43.00 $66.00
VISION INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS / BLUE SHIELD (optional)
Employee Only Employee + 1 Family
Plan Cost $6.00 $12.00 $19.00
Employer Contribution $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Employee Contribution $6.00 $12.00 $19.00
Note : There is no Employer Contribution to Vision Insurance
LONG TERM DISABILITY - THE STANDARD (required)
Coverage pays 60% of your wages up to $4,800 with a 90-day waiting period.
Your monthly cost = (monthly pay) / 100 x 0.410
BASIC LIFE AND AD&D BENEFIT (required)
Employees are required to purchase the basic option for $3.10 , however, they may elect to purchase additional coverage.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (optional)
This benefit allows you to pay for certain expenses (medical and / or dependent care needs) with "pre-tax" dollars. You specify the dollar amount you would like deducted from your monthly paycheck (minimum of $25), then when you incur an eligible expense, you pay it. Then you submit a claim form and original receipt for reimbursement.
Note : According to IRS rules, any funds left in your FSA account(s) at the end of the year cannot be returned to you. They are considered "use or lose" funds.
ADDITIONAL INSURANCES / BENEFITS (optional)
Optional Life InsuranceSpouse / Dependent Life InsuranceOther Self-Funded Retirement PlansThese are post-tax benefits.For hiring related questions, please contact WPC - Workplace Policy & Compliance; HR Staffing at : [email protected]
For benefits related questions, please contact TPS - Talent & People Services; HR Benefits at : [email protected]
Do you have the minimum of three (3) years or more experience performing mechanical repairs on all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment?
Do you have a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement?
No, willing to obtainDo you have a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement?
No, willing to obtainDo you have a Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) Certification?
How many current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (can count the required PMI) in Medium / Heavy Truck?
NoneOne, ASE CertificationTwo, ASE CertificationsThree, ASE CertificationsFour or more, ASE CertificationsDo you have an ASE Medium / Heavy Truck Master (T2-T8) Certification?
Do you have an Associate's Degree in Automotive and / or Diesel repair?
Required Question