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HEAVY MOBILE EQUIP MECHANIC

DC Department of Human Resources
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026
Job Summary

This position is in the District of Columbia, Department of Public Works (DPW)., Fleet Management Administration. This position is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs to equipment assigned to various shop areas.

Duties And Responsibilities

The incumbent serves as an equipment mechanic of an assigned shop training junior mechanics and performing the following duties: Repairs, rebuilds, overhauls and maintains a variety of light, medium, heavy and specialty equipment. Performs repairs on brakes, exhaust, transmission, air conditioning, fuel, hydraulic and electrical and computerized systems. Performs special repairs such as welding and metal cutting. Performs other repair and maintenance services to District Fleet assets. Operates mobile repair truck to make repairs on work sites or roadway. Uses various diagnostic and testing tools to perform assigned duties.

Qualifications And Education

ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION

Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.;

Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic);

Use of Measuring Instruments;

Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.;

Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment; and

Troubleshooting.

A high school diploma or GED equivalent with a minimum of four years of automotive equipment maintenance experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Incumbent must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within one year from date of appointment.

Incumbent must be able obtain (2) ASE Certifications within one year and Hybrid and Alternate Fuel ASE’s within two years of appointment.

Working Conditions/Environment

The incumbent utilizes eye-hand coordination, strength, concentration and a high degree of dexterity in the performance of assigned tasks. While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts both inside and outside. Regularly exposed to old, wet/or humid conditions, dirt, fumes toxic and/or caustic chemicals. Work involves prolonged periods of walking and standing on hard surfaces and requires reaching, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling and working in uncomfortable positions. Must be able to lift and/or carry heavy materials and parts weighing 50 pounds or more unassisted.

Other Significant Factors

Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday, Rotating Shifts

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: RW-5803-10

Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential.

Duration of Appointment: Career Service- Regular

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE, Local 631.

Position Designation: The position has been deemed safety-sensitive, pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to criminal background check; traffic record check (as applicable); pre-employment drug and alcohol test; reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test; random drug and alcohol test; and return-to-duty or follow-up drug and alcohol test.

Essential Designation: This position is classified as an essential position under the provisions of the District Personnel Manual Chapter 12. As such, the incumbent is required to serve in emergency situations to perform critical duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter, operations, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when employees are dismissed early.

Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

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