Equipment Technician

Overview

Do you thrive on hands-on work and enjoy tackling various mechanical challenges?

Larimer County is looking for a dedicated Equipment Maintenance Technician to join our Fleet team and work full-time at the landfill. If you enjoy tackling different types of vehicles and equipment and take pride in keeping things running smoothly, this could be the perfect role for you.

In this job, you'll be the go-to person at the landfill, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing all vehicles and equipment. Whether performing routine inspections or complex repairs, your work will be essential in keeping everything on track.

Responsibilities

Specifically, this position:

• Works in all weather conditions.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
• Services and diagnoses brake systems, transmissions, differentials, front, and rear axle assemblies.
• Diagnoses and repairs charging and electrical systems.
• Strictly adhere to established safety guidelines and protocols.

To view the full job description, visit: https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Equipment_Maintenance_Technician

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to competently use diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Welding abilities (Structural welding abilities not necessary).

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
  
• Two (2) years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities or certification in auto or diesel technology from an accredited program.
  
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
  
• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a Class "B" CDL at the discretion of the Fleet Director, depending upon necessity and position, required.
  
  

Benefits

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  
• FSA or HSA depending on medical plan
  
• Short and Long Term Disability
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  
• Accident Insurance
  
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
  
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
  
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays
  

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

Eligible for tool & boot allowance after 6 months.

You can’t be considered unless you apply! Underrepresented individuals may be less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet all requirements and can perform every job responsibility. We are most interested in finding the best candidate. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and apply.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment testing. Depending on the position, these checks may include, but are not limited to; reference checks, motor vehicle reports, employment verification, education verification, fingerprinting, criminal history information, physical, and a drug screening. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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