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Agency

Department of Transportation

Posting End Date

07/24/2025

Job Posting Type

Continuous Job Opening

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Job ID

155911

Location

Santa Fe

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular - PERM for State

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Salary

$23.07 - $36.91 Hourly

$47,989 - $76,782 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 65

Posting Details

District Five is one of six districts of the New Mexico Department of Transportation. The boundaries of District Five include the following counties: Torrance, Santa Fe, Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Taos, and San Juan. Employees in the District are responsible for providing the Maintenance, Construction, Engineering Support, and Business support measures of the Department to ensure the safety of the public as well as efficient highways.

This a field position will travel to the areas of Clines Corners, Moriarty, Cerrillos, and Santa Fe.

THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO CONDUCT ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

Why does the job exist?

The purpose of this position is to perform diagnostics and repairs of light automotive gasoline and heavy-duty diesel equipment. This mechanic will diagnose problems, perform repairs, overhaul trucks, and machinery for District Five.

This position will also require this individual to prepare purchase requisitions for parts and supplies as well as prepare labor and parts estimates for repairs for management approval.

How does it get done?

The incumbent performs minor to major mechanic repairs and diagnoses of medium to heavy-duty equipment. The position is also responsible for obtaining quotes for items needed for such repairs through the purchase order request process.

Who are the customers?

Internal New Mexico Department of Transportation employees.

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate will have experience in the following:

  • Work independently and ensuring all repairs are done in a safe and timely manner.
  • Knowledge of computers (computer based diagnostic equipment).
  • Customer service.
  • The ability to work and make decisions independently, without supervision.

Minimum Qualification

One (1) year of work experience in a repair shop or maintenance facility. Educational experience in automotive service repair may substitute for required experience. Must possess or obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License, Class A (or equivalent license from another state) within one (1) year of hire.

Employment Requirements

This position is designated a safety sensitive position within the meaning of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and must abide by all provisions of the Federal Omnibus Transportation Testing Act. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment requires successful completion of a post-offer physical and pre-employment drug test; employment is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and must have or obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within one (1) year of hire. Business reference check and Driver's License verification are also required, and employment is conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions; work irregular hours; subject to call out for emergencies; the incumbent must use computer based diagnostic equipment, read and understand hydraulic schematics and perform necessary repairs with hydraulic gauges. Frequently lift up to 50 pounds & occasionally lift and carry up to 90 pounds. This position requires frequent travel with overnight stays and maybe required to travel District Wide. Possible geographic location change. Must be available to respond to emergency call outs on short notice.

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Agency Contact Information: Jerry Ortiz, (505) 257-8304. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Agency

Department of Transportation

Posting End Date

07/24/2025

Job Posting Type

Continuous Job Opening

For more Job Requirements & Classification Description:

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