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Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic - Fairplay ( $500/mon Housing Stipend & CDL Training)

State of Colorado
Park County, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Jul 2026
💰 $67,848/yr($64,428/yr$67,848/yr)

About the role

Posting number: HAA-50000401-07/26

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: CDOT Region 2

Job classification: Equipment Mechanic III

Posting type: Open

Categories: Automotive, Construction Trades

Summary



This position is only open to Colorado state residents

We're looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic who takes pride in quality repairs and dependable work.  If you have a Class A or B CDL Permit (or full CDL)  your expertise will help keep Colorado's equipment safe, reliable, and ready for the road!

  • Base pay for this position is typically between $5369-$5654/ monthly.  Also includes an additional $500/month housing stipend  

  • New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. 



This position requires that you currently have a valid Colorado CDL Permit and that you obtain your CDL Class A or B within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment. This position will require a DOT drug test as a pre-employment step.  We will provide training for you to get your full CDL in order to meet these hiring conditions.


Why CDOT?

  • Medical and Dental benefits after a 30-day sign-up timeframe, dependents included (Cigna or Kaiser).  For more information, go HERE.
  • Choice of retirement plans offered by Colorado PERA.
  • 96 hours of vacation & 80 hours of sick leave earned within first year + 11 paid holidays.
  • No out-of-pocket expenses for tools since CDOT provides all hand and power tools, as well as specialty equipment.
  • CDOT provides all PPE, as well as training on equipment, CPR, and first-aid.
  • Training for full CDL.
  • Full payment for CDL physical.
  • Reimbursement for 50% for CDL renewal after first year.
Watch this video to see why employees like working at CDOT as a heavy equipment mechanic.
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CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.


CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.


The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

Examples of duties

About the Position
Join CDOT's maintenance team and help keep Colorado moving. As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic III, you'll inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain the trucks and specialized equipment that keep our highways safe year-round. From snowplows to bulldozers, your skills will help ensure our fleet is ready to respond whenever Colorado roads need it.

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are

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