Heavy Mechanic Supervisor II 2026-01620
State of WyomingAbout the role
Posting number: 2026-01620
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Job classification: TDHM09 - HEAVY MECHANIC SUPERVISOR
Posting type: Open
Categories: Facility Management, Transportation, Construction Maintenance
Summary
Open until Filled
Open until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Heavy Mechanic Supervisor II, located in Gillette, Wyoming. The Heavy Mechanic Supervisor II performs various maintenance and repair tasks with automotive equipment and heavy-duty vehicles, including diesel and gasoline engine overhauls and tune-ups, brakes, steering, transmission, or hydraulic repair. The Supervisor will lead a team of mechanics and work closely with other WYDOT programs to provide excellent customer service.
Gillette is located on the rolling hills midway between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park, and is one hour from Devil’s Tower National Monument. The Powder River Basin, a geological structural basin, produces over one-third of our nation’s coal. You’ll have easy access to: hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, and other outdoor activities in the Black Hills or Big Horn Mountains. Enjoy all Wyoming has to offer - including no state income tax!
This position offers:
**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
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Human Resource Contact: 307-674-2318 / keri.griffith2@wyo.gov / Keri Griffith
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Directs shop crew operations in maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles, including fabrication of new equipment.
- Supervises the total operation of the mechanics' shop.
- Assists with the evaluation of equipment in the shop area for the equipment budget.
- Gives guidance and counsel to employees to meet goals.
- Researches changes in technology and educates subordinates about new applications and procedures.
- Facilitates dialog with other programs to ensure efficiency.
Examples of duties
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of basic computer skills; email system, Word, Excel.
- High level of mechanical ability.
- Aptitude to troubleshoot various mechanical issues with a given piece of equipment; ability to gas and arc weld and cut; ability to use hand and power tools.
- Knowledge of methods and techniques of automotive maintenance and repair to include diesel-powered engines.
- Understand electronic principles and how to use diagnostic tools.
- The ability to read and interpret technical manuals (schematics) and any other information dealing with expertise areas.
- The ability to assess a given situation and decide the best course of action for resolving the issue.
- The ability to diagnose mechanical issues and determine the proper cost-effective
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