Transportation Worker 1 Mechanic - Nicholas County

Salary: $1,127.76 - $1,229.36 Biweekly
Location : Lewisburg, WV
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: DOT24D9039A
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision: District 9
Opening Date: 12/21/2023
Closing Date: 1/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Nature of Work
The Transportation Worker 1 Mechanic is assigned to the District Equipment Shop. Under general supervision, performs entry level repairs and preventative maintenance on transportation vehicles and all types of highway equipment in need of repair. Will perform minor maintenance on fleet equipment and vehicles which includes, but is not limited to, changing or repairing tires, checking automotive fluids, checking/installing windshield wipers, as well as inspecting vehicles for compliance with state regulations. Helps to provide a safe work environment by keeping the garage area clean. Assists the higher-level mechanics with vehicle and heavy equipment repairs. May be exposed to hazardous working conditions and inclement weather. Performs other related duties as required.
The selected applicant will be placed in a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program. Selected applicant will be required, within 6 months of employment to obtain commercial driver's license (CDL). Progress through the apprenticeship program as well as the opportunity for advancement to a higher classification is dependent upon hours completed, proficiency in work, training completed, as well as obtaining and maintaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• In the area of assignment of Equipment Operator and Mechanic, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within six (6) months of employment.
Pay Grade: 10H
Base Hourly Rate: $14.0970
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Transportation Worker 1 - Mechanic
• Perform minor maintenance on fleet equipment and vehicles
• Clean garage areas
• Changes and repairs tires
• Check and changes automotive fluids
• Install windshield wiper
• Inspect vehicles for compliance with state regulations
• May work with components on diesel-powered equipment
• Assists higher level mechanics in heavy equipment repairs
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
• a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within six (6) months of employment.
Required Skills and Knowledge
• Knowledge of general safety procedures.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and other motor driven equipment.
• Knowledge of the operation of motor driven equipment.
• Skill in the use of tools and equipment used in the repair of motor driven equipment Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and determine appropriate procedures for repair.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn from example and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to maintain routine records (timecards, repair work orders).
Required Education and Experience
REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
• No formal education required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• This is the entry level classification in this series. No prior experience is required.
Annual Increment Pay
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Family Medical Leave
Leave Donation Program
Military Leave
Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program
Flexible Work Schedules
Training Opportunities
Promotion Opportunities
Public Employees' Retirement System:

1. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.
2. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Deferred Compensation
Health Insurance Enrollment
Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,
Disability Insurance and more.
Life Insurance
Credit Union
Employee Discounts