Equipment Mechanic I/Ii/Senior

NOTE: This is a night shift position. The hired candidate will be assigned to work 3:00 PM - 12:30 AM Tuesday - Friday, and 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM every other Monday and will receive 2.5% shift differential pay. Please note that the posted salary range spans the Equipment Mechanic series. Please refer to the specific job descriptions for the individual salary ranges.
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This classification is represented by Fairfield Employees' Association (FEA) and offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 5.0% COLA increase effective the first full pay period in July 2024 (not reflected in the posted salary)
• CalPERS pension eligibility
• Generous contributions to medical, dental, and vision plans
  1. 3 medical carriers to choose from: Kaiser, Sutter Health or Western Health
  2. Monthly employee premium as low as $112 for Kaiser family plan
• 50 hours of personal leave (cashable) annually, plus vacation and sick leave
• City-paid life insurance, generous contributions to deferred compensation and retirement health savings accounts
• Bilingual pay of $100/month (upon certification)
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• A 9/80 work schedule

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The nature of the work requires using power and noise producing tools and equipment, driving motorized vehicles and heavy equipment. The incumbent in this sometimes outdoor position works in all weather conditions, with exposure to traffic and other hazards. May be required to climb ladders and use chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. Depending on department needs, may be required to work flexible hours, including holidays, evenings, weekends and split shifts. May also be required to respond to after hour call-outs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires standing, sitting, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; work may sometimes have to be performed on slippery or uneven surfaces. Near and far vision, the ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more are also required. Equipment Mechanic I

• Two (2) years of automotive and service related work in the repair of a variety of automotive and other power-driven equipment are required.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Equipment Mechanic II

• Four (4) years of automotive and service related work, with emphasis on heavy-duty diesel or transit bus service are required.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Equipment Mechanic Senior

• Three (3) years of journey-level experience in servicing, maintaining and repairing vehicles and/or related machinery and equipment are required.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE (applies to all levels):

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license is required.
• Possession of a valid Class B with Passenger Endorsement must be obtained within six (6) months from the date of hire.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications are highly desirable.

Equipment Mechanic Senior

• Possession of a valid Class A with manual transmission, air brake, passenger and tanker
  endorsement must be obtained within six (6) months from the date of hire.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform the full array of duties assigned to classes in the mechanic series, including maintenance and repair work for the City's public safety, public works, transit and other fleets, equipment, facilities and tools; make emergency repairs in the field; road test vehicles and equipment to ensure work is properly completed.
• Inspect, operate, repair, modify, overhaul and maintain a variety of light and heavy duty equipment, including automobiles, trucks, buses, graders, backhoes, rollers, forklifts, landscape equipment, street sweepers and cranes; tear down motors; overhaul engines, transmissions, clutches, differentials, carburetors, generators and pumps.
• Use a variety of computer and electronic equipment to diagnose and repair problems in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, brake, transmission, emission and air/heating systems.
• Perform diagnosis, repair and install vehicle electrical and communication systems.
• Inspect, operate, repair, modify, overhaul and maintain a variety of gasoline, electric, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform a variety of design and fabricating duties; utilize a variety of mechanical, welding and machinists' tools to fabricate, rebuild, strengthen and maintain various parts and components of equipment.
• Maintain work and preventive maintenance records and logs; prepare activity reports.
• Order approved supplies and equipment.
• Assist in the process of obtaining bids and ordering approved new vehicles from vendors.
• Perform minor interior and exterior automotive body repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.

Employment Type: Full-Time