Heavy Equipment Mechanic I (Bureau of Highways and Equipment Maintenance)

Heavy Equipment Mechanic I (Bureau of Highways and Equipment Maintenance)

Salary

$24.83 - $28.62 Hourly

Location

Glen Arm, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

08.228 09-26

Department

PUBLIC WORKS: HIGHWAYS & EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

10/2/2026 12:00 AM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
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This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Pay Schedule II, Grade H22, 40 hours per week

Vacancies exist in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Highways and Equipment Maintenance.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, performs preventative and skilled diagnostic repair and maintenance work on diesel and gasoline powered trucks weighing one ton or more, construction equipment, and hydraulic and electrical systems on vehicles and equipment.

Essential Job Duties

• Repairs, rebuilds, and maintains gasoline powered trucks weighing one ton or more and construction equipment.
• Assists in overhauling and repairs gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, clutches, and brakes.
• Repairs and replaces damaged body parts.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance checks and services on diesel and gasoline trucks and equipment, such as oil, filter changes and replacement of lights, belts, and mirrors.
• Prepares metal body parts for painting.
• Repairs tires.
• Assists in overhauling, repairs, and rebuilds complex hydraulic systems on gasoline and diesel powered trucks and their components.
• Diagnoses machine failures.
• Repairs electrical systems on equipment and vehicles.
• Welds metal parts of machinery using electric, acetylene, brazing, or cutting techniques as appropriate.

Examples of Other Duties

Road tests and otherwise operates equipment and vehicles.

May perform repairs in the field.

May operate equipment to tow disabled vehicles and equipment to the shop.

Performs other related duties as required.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Three years experience in automotive repair and maintenance, one-year of which is in heavy truck and or heavy construction equipment engines and special components, including hydraulic equipment maintenance.

Related training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.

Licenses and Certificates

Some positions may require possession of a valid drivers license equivalent to a commercial, class B or class A Maryland drivers license and a current Medical Examiners Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. (License may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.)

Preferred Certification

Certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence in Heavy-duty Trucks- T1 (Gasoline Engines) - T-2 (Diesel Engines)- T-4 (Brakes) - T-6 (Electrical Systems).

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, machinery, tools, and equipment.

Conditions of Employment

Employees in this classification may be designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

Select the type of drivers license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your drivers license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

• Commercial Drivers License equivalent to commercial, Class A Maryland Drivers License.
• Commercial Drivers License equivalent to commercial, Class B Maryland Drivers License.
• Commercial Drivers License equivalent to a Commercial Class C Maryland Drivers License with a Passenger Endorsement.
• Non-Commercial Drivers License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Drivers License.
• Provisional Non-Commercial Drivers License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Drivers License.
• Drivers License Learners Permit
• I do not have a drivers license.

02

Select the option that best describes your education and experience.

• Three years experience in automotive repair and maintenance, one year of which is in heavy truck and/or heavy construction equipment engines and special components, including hydraulic equipment maintenance.
• Related training in automotive repair and maintenance, and two years of experience, one year of which is in heavy truck and/or heavy construction equipment engines and special components, including hydraulic equipment maintenance.
• I do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

03

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.

Required Question

Employer Baltimore County

Address 308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone 410-887-3135

Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov