What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landfill Equipment Technician position at Larimer County?
Overview
Larimer County is seeking a hardworking and motivated Equipment Maintenance Technician to become a key part of our Fleet team at the Larimer County Landfill!
This is an excellent position for an experienced mechanic who enjoys working on a variety of fleet. In this role, you will be assigned repairs, inspections, and maintenance of light, medium and heavy fleet vehicles and equipment.
The typical schedule is 7:30-4-:00 Monday - Friday.
Responsibilities
Specifically, this position:
We Are Looking For a Candidate With
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.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
Supplemental Information
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
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.
Larimer County is seeking a hardworking and motivated Equipment Maintenance Technician to become a key part of our Fleet team at the Larimer County Landfill!
This is an excellent position for an experienced mechanic who enjoys working on a variety of fleet. In this role, you will be assigned repairs, inspections, and maintenance of light, medium and heavy fleet vehicles and equipment.
The typical schedule is 7:30-4-:00 Monday - Friday.
Responsibilities
Specifically, this position:
- Works safely in all weather conditions.
- Performing high-quality PM and DOT inspections
- Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy equipment, semi tractors, walking floor trailers, support, and maintenance equipment.
- Performs preventative maintenance services on all equipment.
- Strictly adhere to established safety guidelines and protocols.
We Are Looking For a Candidate With
- Proven ability to service, diagnose, and repair charging and electrical systems, brake systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies, etc., on heavy equipment, semi tractors, walking floor trailers, and landfill support equipment.
- Ability to use computer equipment for diagnosis and repairs, work order system, emails, etc.
- Team player with good communication skills, able to work collaboratively.
- Able to keep a clean, organized work area.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Welding abilities (Structural welding abilities not necessary).
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.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Supplemental Information
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
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.