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Heavy Equipment Mechanic 8-E10 (East Side Garage) Bay Region

Salary

$23.15 - $35.03 Hourly

Location

Saginaw, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

5901-24-BR-22-HEM-ESG-JH

Department

Transportation

Opening Date

12/02/2024

Closing Date

12/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

MICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)

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Job Description

This position performs heavy equipment repair and maintenance on MDOT vehicles and equipment at the Saginaw East Garage as directed. Periodic repairs in the field are required as well. This position performs a full range of maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance activities on light and heavy equipment and prepares work orders and cost/materials estimates using computerized programs. The employee uses considerable independent judgment in making decisions. This position may require travel with overnight stay.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry 8 level through the maximum rate at the experienced E10 level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

For additional information, please see the links below:

• Heavy Equipment Mechanic 8-E10 Position Description (http://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PositionDescription24BR22.pdf)

• All about MDOT

For information on benefits, visitwww.mi.gov/employeebenefitsorwww.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Required Education and Experience

Experience

Education typically acquired through completion of high school.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 8

No specific type or amount is required.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 9

Two years of experience assisting skilled trades people in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic E10

Four years of experience assisting skilled trades people in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment, including two years equivalent to a Heavy Equipment Mechanic 9.

Alternate Education and Experience

Possession of an associate degree in Heavy Duty Truck/Heavy Equipment Repair may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Completion of 12 semester (18 term) credits in one or more of the following coursework areas: heavy duty truck, heavy equipment repair, diesel engines, math, or physics may be substituted for one year of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the repair and maintenance of automobiles may be substituted for one year of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Additional Requirements and Information

To be considered for this position you must:

• Possession of a Commercial Learner’s Permit upon appointment to the position. Continuing employment requires possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Group A with either an N or X endorsement and no air brake restrictions which must be obtained within 12 months of the date of hire into the position.

• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application.Click here (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=0c57f92e150e4856b207ef348781c406) for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on theNational Association of Credential Evaluation Services (https://www.naces.org/members) or theAssociation of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (https://aice-eval.org/members/)

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Donna Martin at MartinD42@michigan.gov.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?

• Yes

• No

  02

  HYEQMCH - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?

• Yes

• No

  03

  HYEQMCHE - Please select your level of experience:

• None

• Two to four years of experience assisting skilled trades people in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment OR possession of an associate degree or higher in Heavy Duty Truck/Heavy Equipment Repair. OR One year of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment AND the completion of 12 semester (18 term) credits in one or more of the following coursework areas: heavy duty truck, heavy equipment repair, diesel engines, math, or physics, OR One year of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment and two years of experience assisting skilled trades workers in the repair and maintenance of automobiles

• Four to five years of experience assisting skilled trades people in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment, including two years equivalent to a Heavy Equipment Mechanic 9 OR possession of an associate degree or higher in Heavy Duty Truck/Heavy Equipment Repair and at least two years of such experience.

  04

  Although not required, do you possess an Associates Degree or higher in Diesel Technology, Automotive Diesel Technology, or Agricultural Equipment Technology? If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts as failure to do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.

• Yes

• No

  05

  Although not required, do you possess a diploma from an accredited institution in Diesel Technology, Automotive Diesel Technology, or Agricultural Equipment Technology? If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts as failure to do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or Commercial Learner's Permit?

• Yes

• No

• I already possess a CDL or CDL learner's permit

  07

  If you do not possess a CDL or Commercial Learner's Permit, are you willing and able to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit prior to being hired into this position?

• Yes

• No

• I already possess a CDL or Commercial Learner's Permit

  08

  Do you possess a Group A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a "N" or "X" endorsement and no air brake restrictions?

• Yes

• No

  09

  If you do not have a CDL as listed above: 1) Do you possess a Group A CDL without the N or X endorsement, and no Air Brake restrictions OR 2) A Group B CDL with or without the N or X endorsement, and no Air Brake restrictions? If so, are you willing and able to obtain a Group A CDL with the N or X endorsement from the State of Michigan within twelve months of being hired into this position?

• Yes

• No

• I already possess a CDL A with N or X endorsement and no air brake restrictions

  10

  If you possess a current CDL, which endorsements do you possess? (Check all that apply)

• F - Farmers

• H - Hazardous Materials

• N - Tanker

• P - Passenger

• S - School Bus

• T - Double or Triple Trailers

• X - Combined Tank and Hazardous Materials

• N/A

  11

  Do you possess State of Michigan or Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mechanic certifications in any of the following? Please check all that apply. If so, please attach a copy of your certification as failure to do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.

• Auto Automotive Transmissions

• Auto Brakes

• Auto Electrical

• Auto Front and Steering

• Auto Heating and Air Conditioning

• Auto Manual Transmissions and Axles

• Engine Repair - Diesel

• Engine Repair - Gasoline

• Heavy Duty Transaxle Brakes (air)

• Heavy Duty Transaxle Drive Train

• Heavy Duty Transaxle Electrical Systems

• Heavy Duty Transaxle Suspension

• N/A

  12

  How many years of experience do you have performing preventative maintenance work on trucks and equipment? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out from this hiring process.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5 or more years

  13

  How many years of experience do you have with trucks in the 10,000 Gross Vehicle Weight class or larger? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out from this hiring process.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5 or more years

  14

  How many years of experience do you have in heavy-duty mobile hydraulic systems? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out from this hiring process.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5 or more years

  15

  How many years of experience do you have in the fabrication of special equipment including cutting and welding? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out from this hiring process.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5 or more years

  16

  How many years of experience do you have working with truck drivelines? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out from this hiring process.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5 or more years

  17

  How many years of experience do you have working with diesel and gas engines? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out from this hiring process.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5 or more years

  18

  How many years of experience do you have working with braking systems (including hydraulic, air, and electric)? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out from this hiring process.

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1-3 years

• 3-5 years

• 5 or more years

  19

  In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

  20

  Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).

• Yes

• No

  21

  Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?

• Yes

• No

  22

  Are you a current Bay Region employee?

• Yes

• No

  23

  MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?

• MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program

• MDOT TRAC Program

• MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program

• Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship

• MI Construction Career Days

• National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)

• Other

• N/A

• MDOT Capstone Internship

  24

  MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)

• State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com

• LinkedIn

• College/University Career Services Office or website

• Twitter

• Facebook

• Indeed

• Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder)

• Michigan Works! Agency

• Career Fair

• GovDelivery

• Billboard

• Employee Referral

• Veterans Organization

• Government Jobs

• Diversity Jobs

• recruitics

• ZipRecruiter

• Other

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Department

Transportation

Address

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Lansing, Michigan, 48909

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