0000000190.MECHANIC.ROAD AND BRIDGE #3

Dallas County

Dallas, TX

On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward hands-on professionals comfortable with heavy machinery maintenance and construction environments, with a focus on technical expertise and physical stamina.

Best fit for

Candidates with mechanical experience in heavy equipment and a valid Class A CDL with hazardous material endorsement
— “Must possess a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License, to include hazardous material endorsement.”
Individuals who can work in varied environmental conditions and have a strong track record in welding
— “Knowledge of welding required.”

Things to consider

Mandatory drug testing and random testing during employment are non-negotiable requirements
— “Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.”
The role demands the ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs., which may be a physical constraint for some applicants
— “Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs., assisted.”

How to stand out

Emphasize experience with both gasoline and diesel-powered equipment in your resume and interview responses
— “maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel-powered vehicles and heavy construction vehicles and equipment.”
Highlight your ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including extreme weather
— “Ability to work in varied conditions (i.e., heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, etc.), inside and outside.”
Demonstrate your organizational skills by detailing past record-keeping practices in repair and maintenance work
— “Maintains records of repair work completed, parts replaced, and routine maintenance performed.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

maintained vehicles and equipment
completed repair work

Typical background

mechanical engineeringautomotive technology

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical WorkVehicle RepairConstruction Equipment OperationRecord KeepingWelding

Preferred

TroubleshootingSafety Protocols

Stack & domain

Mechanical WorkOperating Vehicles And Construction EquipmentMaintaining RecordsWeldingOperating EquipmentTexas Class A Commercial Driver’s LicenseHazardous Material EndorsementConstruction Equipment

About the role

Original posting from Dallas County

Performs skilled mechanical work, involving the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel-powered vehicles and heavy construction vehicles and equipment.
Performs mechanical work involving the repair, maintenance and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
Operates vehicles and construction equipment.
Maintains records of repair work completed, parts replaced, and routine maintenance performed and ensures work area is clean, safe, and orderly.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience and Training:
Graduation from an accredited high school/GED Program. Three (3) years of work related experience or 45 hours of college in a job related field of study or a combination of the two, or must possess a certificate in a related technical field.
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Must possess a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License, to include hazardous material endorsement. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. Knowledge of welding required. Must provide own hand tools.
Physical/Environmental Requirements:
Maintenance shop or road construction environment. Requires prolonged standing, bending, twisting, climbing and the ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs., assisted. Ability to work in varied conditions (i.e., heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, etc.), inside and outside. Ability to operate equipment efficiently and safely

Source: Dallas County careers