Equipment Mechanic I & II

stony point road near college avenue, Santa Rosa CA

Description

APPLY ONLINE AT: THE CITY OF SANTA ROSA IS NOW HIRING EQUIPMENT MECHANICS! Join a knowledgeable and motivated team who take pride in doing quality work! CLICK ON THE LINK TO VIEW OUR BROCHURE: The City of Santa Rosa is committed to building a workforce reflective of our community and establishing a lasting culture of equity and belonging within our organization. Our collective talents and expertise contribute to high-quality public services that support a vibrant, resilient, inclusive City for our community and visitors. We celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome all qualified candidates to apply. The Benefits of City Employment In addition to offering a rewarding work environment, opportunity for career growth, and an excellent salary, the City of Santa Rosa provides a generous suite of benefits, including retirement through CalPERS, a competitive leave accrual package, your choice of three health plans, a top of the line employer paid vision and dental coverage, tool allowance, and ability to work an alternate work schedule. See brochure for additional benefit information. About the Positions The City of Santa Rosa's Transportation and Public Works Department's Fleet Services Section has immediate openings for experienced Equipment Mechanics. The Fleet Services Section provides vehicular transportation and equipment services to all City departments. The Mechanic Shop operates from 5:30am until midnight, with different shift options available (9/80 or 4/10). We provide excellent salary and benefits, and the open position will be filled at the Equipment Mechanic I or Equipment Mechanic II level depending on the skills and experience of the candidates selected. An eligibility list will be created as a result of this recruitment that may be used to fill current and future Regular and Temporary openings as they occur while the list is active. In order to qualify for this position, applicants must meet the City of Santa Rosa Driving History Standard for Equipment Mechanic. The Ideal Candidate will: ~Possess two or more years of experience performing a wide range of maintenance and repair work on motor vehicles ~Have demonstrated knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work and work site ~Perform established duties independently ~Be self-motivated ~Put safety first ~Communicate effectively with those contacted in the course of work EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I ($30.56 - $35.81 hourly; $63,564.80 - $74,484.80 Annually) This is the first-level classification in the Equipment Mechanic series. Positions in the class work under direction to perform a wide range of maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment. Equipment Mechanic Is maintain City vehicles and equipment in compliance with established rules and regulations. This class is distinguished from the class of Equipment Mechanic II in that the latter class works more independently and performs the most complex diagnostic and specialized rebuilding tasks and detailed customer contact. To view the complete detailed job description, please click HERE. If you are experiencing problems viewing in Internet Explorer, please try Chrome or Firefox. EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II ($35.16 - $41.96 hourly; $73,132.80 - $87,276.80 Annually) This is the full journey level classification in the Equipment Mechanic series. Positions in the class work under direction to perform the full range of skilled and complex tasks in the maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment. An Equipment Mechanic II ensures that City vehicles and equipment are maintained in compliance with established rules and regulations and that they are adequately equipped to perform their intended function. This class is distinguished from the class of Equipment Mechanic I in that this class works more independently and performs the most complex diagnostic, and specialized rebuilding and difficult customer contact tasks. To view the complete detailed job description, please click HERE. There are multiple vacant positions that may either be filled at the Equipment Service Worker, Equipment Mechanic I, or Equipment Mechanic II level depending on the skills and experience of the candidates selected for appointment (see the accompanying recruitment for Equipment Service Worker). The Selection Process Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process that may consist of an application screening, oral appraisal, and/or other activity selected by the Human Resources Department. An eligibility list will be established as a result of this selection process and may be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies. Complete a thoughtful, thorough Supplemental Questionnaire submission. As part of the selection process, your responses to these questions will be scored using criteria specific to this position. Incomplete responses and responses such as "See Resume" can result in disqualification from the selection process. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Equipment Mechanic I Knowledge of: Lubricating systems and oils, greases and attachments used in lubricating automotive and related equipment; brake systems, parts and repair methods; equipment operation, utilization and repair; less complex components of municipal equipment; repair tools and their safe uses; occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work; operating principles of electric motors and engines fueled by gasoline, diesel or alternative fuels; methods, materials and techniques used in repair, maintenance, and welding of a variety of municipal equipment; and the use and care of tools used in the work place. Ability to: Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; diagnose and perform repairs; accurately maintain work records; access, input and research equipment and vehicle status in computer tracking system. Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience - Sufficient experience in the general maintenance, servicing and repair of vehicles and equipment to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above; Education - Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade. Completion of specialized training classes that supplement relevant experience is desirable. Equipment Mechanic II Knowledge of: Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work and work site; operating principles of electric motors and engines fueled by gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuels; methods, materials, paint, tools, and techniques used in repair, maintenance, welding, and fabrication of a variety of municipal equipment; and the use and care of tools used in the workplace. Ability to: Communicate effectively with those contacted in the course of work; follow written and verbal instructions; interpret and work from sketches, schematic drawings, and other diagrams; independently diagnose, and troubleshoot defects in light and heavy equipment; operate smog test equipment; operate drill presses, hydraulic presses, gas and arc welding equipment, metal shear, and metal break; complete forms and maintain manual and computerized records; enter data into a terminal or keyboard device; comprehend and make decisions based on written materials such as repair manuals; and learn and retain information presented in a structured lecture format. Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience - Sufficient journey-level experience in the servicing, maintenance, and repair of vehicles and equipment to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above; Education - Equivalent to completion of 12th Grade. Completion of related specialized training courses that supplement relevant experience is desirable. License or Certificate (Equipment Mechanic I and II): This classification requires the use of a personal or City vehicle or City equipment while conducting City business. In order to drive combination vehicles with air brakes, individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles and equipment safely and must possess, and maintain a valid Class A California motor vehicle operator's license and necessary endorsements by the end of probation. The City pays for successful completion of the Class A license. The necessary Endorsements include: (H) Hazmat vehicles, (N) Tank vehicles, (P) Passenger Transport. Combining the (H) and (N) endorsements results in an (X) Tank vehicles transporting hazardous materials. The City pays for the successful completion of ASE certifications. Some assignments may require certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR), and/or other recognized certification. The City provides reimbursement for Successful Completion of ASE Certifications.