Kootenai County, ID
Kootenai County, ID is hiring: Heavy Equipment Mechanic -Solid Waste in Coeur D'
Kootenai County, ID, Coeur D'Alene, ID, US, 83814
Salary: $25.73 - $30.58 Hourly
Location : Coeur d'Alene, ID
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00035
Department: Solid Waste
Opening Date: 04/22/2025
Summary
Keep It Running. Keep It Safe. Keep It Moving.
Kootenai County Solid Waste is looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to help keep our fleet and facilities running strong. If you're hands-on, know your way around diesel engines, loaders, dump trucks, and shop tools, we want to hear from you.
This job is about real work with real impact-supporting essential services for your community while building a stable, long-term career.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity:
Competitive Pay: $25.73 to $30.58 per hour depending on experience
Amazing Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive , including health care for you and your dependents at our free medical clinic with primary care, select medications, lab services, and more.
Generous Paid Time Off: Earn up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on your years of service. We believe in giving you time to relax and recharge!
Secure Your Future: Benefit from a strong retirement plan through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), so you can feel confident about your future.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
You'll take the lead on keeping a wide range of solid waste equipment running smoothly-everything from semi-tractors to trailers, loaders, backhoes, and dump trucks. You'll inspect, diagnose, repair, and even operate the equipment when needed. It's a mix of shop and field work with variety every day.
YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:
WHY KOOTENAI COUNTY?
you are surrounded by mountains and more than 20 stunning lakes. It's a great place to live, raise a family, and build a future.
READY TO APPLY?
Questions? Call HR at (208) 446-1640 or email kcrecruit@kcgov.us
Kootenai County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace
Kootenai County Benefits:
01
For this application, we require a cover letter, resume and copies of certifications. Please verify that you have attached a cover letter, resume and copies of certifications prior to submitting this application.
02
If you are a veteran, did you attach a copy of your DD214?
Required Question
Location : Coeur d'Alene, ID
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00035
Department: Solid Waste
Opening Date: 04/22/2025
Summary
Keep It Running. Keep It Safe. Keep It Moving.
Kootenai County Solid Waste is looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to help keep our fleet and facilities running strong. If you're hands-on, know your way around diesel engines, loaders, dump trucks, and shop tools, we want to hear from you.
This job is about real work with real impact-supporting essential services for your community while building a stable, long-term career.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity:
Competitive Pay: $25.73 to $30.58 per hour depending on experience
Amazing Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive , including health care for you and your dependents at our free medical clinic with primary care, select medications, lab services, and more.
Generous Paid Time Off: Earn up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on your years of service. We believe in giving you time to relax and recharge!
Secure Your Future: Benefit from a strong retirement plan through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), so you can feel confident about your future.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
You'll take the lead on keeping a wide range of solid waste equipment running smoothly-everything from semi-tractors to trailers, loaders, backhoes, and dump trucks. You'll inspect, diagnose, repair, and even operate the equipment when needed. It's a mix of shop and field work with variety every day.
YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:
- Know your way around diesel/automotive mechanics
- Can troubleshoot and fix hydraulics, electrical, and heavy equipment systems
- Have your own tools (we supply some too)
- You can work independently, set your own priorities, and keep things moving
- Don't mind working occasional weekends, holidays, or after-hours
- View job description
- Associate's degree or certification in Diesel/Automotive Mechanics (or solid hands-on experience)
- 3+ years of related experience
- Valid driver's license (must be insurable)
- Class B CDL (must be willing to get a Class A with tanker within 6 months)
- Familiar with OSHA safety standards (Lockout/Tagout, rigging, lifting devices, etc.)
- Able to get First Aid/CPR certified within 1 year
- Forklift Certification
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER (and 8-hour annual refresh)
- Waste Screening & Traffic Flagging
- Confined Space Entry
- Heavy Equipment Ops Training
- CFC Removal Certification
- Brake & Air Brake Inspection
- Lockout/Tagout Training
WHY KOOTENAI COUNTY?
you are surrounded by mountains and more than 20 stunning lakes. It's a great place to live, raise a family, and build a future.
READY TO APPLY?
- Head to
- Attach your cover letter, resume, and copies of certifications
- You must pass a pre-employment and ongoing drug screening
Questions? Call HR at (208) 446-1640 or email kcrecruit@kcgov.us
Kootenai County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace
Kootenai County Benefits:
01
For this application, we require a cover letter, resume and copies of certifications. Please verify that you have attached a cover letter, resume and copies of certifications prior to submitting this application.
- Yes
- No
02
If you are a veteran, did you attach a copy of your DD214?
- Yes
- No
Required Question