Cdot Cdl Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $51,360.00 - $56,484.00 Annually
Location : Aurora, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: HAA-50001044-07/26
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: CDOT Region 1
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 18500 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora, CO 80011
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: Brenda.Yang@state.co.us
Hiring Pay Rate: The 2026 Step Pay Program may increase the salary range for employees with time in the class series.
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Department Information
This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
To learn more about our mechanic positions, please watch this video.
Starting base pay for this position is between $1975.39-$2172.46/biweekly ($51,360-$56,484/annually). There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. This location is also eligible for an additional $1000/month housing stipend, bringing total annual pay to $63,360-$68,484. The annualized hourly rate for this position is between $24.70-$27.16 hour.
About CDOT
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.
Description of Job
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has a vacancy for an Equipment Mechanic II that is based out of our equipment shop in Aurora. This position assists with the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of heavy equipment in the Metro Denver area.
Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with the diagnosis and repair of vehicle and equipment malfunctions on all major systems.
• Assist with the overhaul and rebuild of components and equipment.
• Use test equipment to diagnose defects or malfunctions.
• Work on vehicles and equipment such as 3.5-ton single axle and 10-ton tandem axle, tractor-trailers, front end loaders, motor graders, asphalt paving machines, and 15' mower tractors.
• Perform preventative maintenance and annual safety inspections.
• Use computers to track vehicle repairs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Other job duties as assigned.

What CDOT Provides

• Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools
• Full CDL Class B training
• Full payment for your CDL physical, after your first year with CDOT
• Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal, after your first year with CDOT
• CPR and first-aid training
• Variety of career training opportunities
• 40-hour work weeks, with opportunity for overtime during weather emergencies
• Opportunities to learn new equipment
• Opportunities for advancement

Work Environment:

• Expected work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30, but may be subject to change at any time. Summer hours will be Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 am to 4:00 pm
• May be required to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays
• Some on-call time is required
• Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where he/she can be reached for the purpose of responding to an emergency
• Required to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Required to bend, kneel, climb in/out of trucks when maintaining and repairing equipment
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles and heavy equipment
• Must be able to read, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions
• Frequent travel during work day to perform field repairs, as well as to attend trainings and meetings
• May be required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time - hot and cold
• Exposure to loud noises
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin
• Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600V) and electrical shock
• Must be able to hear and communicate via cell phone and state radio to relay information and respond to field calls
• Due to locations of some of the equipment, must be physically able to work at 9-12,000 feet altitude
• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Class Code & Classification Description:
D7A2XX
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:

• Two (2) years of experience with a primary focus in automotive and/or heavy equipment repair and maintenance.

OR
Education and Experience:

• A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience equal to two (2) years.
  
  • Experience with a primary focus in automotive and/or heavy equipment repair and maintenance will be considered.
  • Education or apprenticeship in automotive or diesel equipment mechanics will be considered. You must provide a transcript and/or apprenticeship documentation.

Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
College/Apprenticeship Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college/apprenticeship transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
• Must possess a current, valid regular or commercial driver's license.
• Must obtain a CDL Permit within 30 days of hire as a condition of continued employment. As part of obtaining your CDL permit, you must pass the DOT drug test and DOT physical.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• Will be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider.
• On-call.
• Shift work.
• Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
• May be required to live within thirty (30) minutes' driving time in normal weather conditions to be able to respond in a timely manner after being notified to report to work. Knowledge of an emergency or hazardous condition may be considered to be notification to report to workstation.
• New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora, while veteran CDOT employees are required to attend training one week out of each year in Aurora.

Preferred Qualifications
Theexceptional applicantwill be an experienced mechanic and will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Knowledge and experience with troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of automotive and heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment. Experience with equipment up to 10 tons is highly desirable;
• Medium/Heavy truck ASE Certifications in Diesel Engine, Drive Trains, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation, and A/C is highly desirable;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills;
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization;
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability;
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
• Passion for safety;
• Experience using computers for vehicle diagnosis, data input, record keeping, tracking purposes, and email, and the ability to quickly learn software.

Supplemental Information
Applicant Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:

1. A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
2. A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
3. If you are using education or apprenticeship to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing completed coursework and credit hours, that your degree has been conferred (if applicable), and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
4. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Notifications:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these