Equipment Mechanic I/II – City of Santa Rosa

CITY OF SANTA ROSA | FLEET SERVICES | FULL-TIME

The City of Santa Rosa is hiring motivated and experienced Equipment Mechanics I/II to join our Fleet Services team and help keep the City's vehicles and equipment safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community.

Pay

Equipment Mechanic I:
$36.66 – $42.97/hour
$76,252.80 – $89,977.60/year

Equipment Mechanic II:
$42.19 – $50.35/hour
$87,755.20 – $104,728/year

Multiple positions are available. Depending on your qualifications, experience, and skills, you may be hired at the Equipment Mechanic I or Equipment Mechanic II level.

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Official City of Santa Rosa Job Posting & Application:


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About the Job

The City of Santa Rosa's Transportation and Public Works Department – Fleet Services Section has immediate openings for experienced Equipment Mechanics.

Fleet Services provides vehicle and equipment services to City departments, including maintaining a diverse municipal fleet of:

Passenger vehicles

Light trucks

Police vehicles

Fire vehicles

Transit buses

Heavy equipment

Other municipal equipment

The mechanic shop operates from 5:30 AM to midnight, with different shift options available, including 9/80 and 4/10 schedules.

An eligibility list will be established through this recruitment and may be used to fill current and future regular and temporary vacancies while the list is active.

? What You'll Do

Depending on the level and assignment, duties may include:

Inspect, service, diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain City vehicles and equipment

Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, brake, fuel, and other systems

Perform preventive maintenance and general overhaul work

Make field repairs and respond to service calls

Rebuild engines and other vehicle components

Repair police, fire, transit, passenger, and heavy vehicles

Perform welding, fabrication, and auto body repairs

Design and fabricate specialized brackets and equipment

Read repair manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical information

Estimate repair needs and costs

Maintain accurate computerized and manual service records

Communicate repair status with customers and City staff

Pick up parts and deliver vehicles to outside repair facilities

Keep the shop, equipment, tools, and work areas clean and safe

Stay current with industry standards and repair practices

Equipment Mechanic I

Equipment Mechanic I performs a wide range of vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair work under direction.

Typical responsibilities include:

Vehicle and equipment inspections

Preventive maintenance

Diagnosis and repair

Brake and lubrication systems

Electrical and engine systems

Field repairs

Welding and fabrication

Recordkeeping and computerized maintenance tracking

Installation and fabrication of equipment and brackets

Equipment Mechanic II

Equipment Mechanic II is the full journey-level classification and performs more complex diagnostic, rebuilding, repair, and fabrication work with greater independence.

Responsibilities may include:

Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics

Engine and component rebuilding

Cooling, brake, fuel injection, valve, and pump systems

Major equipment overhauls

Welding and fabrication

Designing specialized equipment

Repairing and fabricating vehicle components

Working from plans, sketches, schematics, and verbal instructions

Field repairs and complex maintenance assignments

? We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

An experienced vehicle/equipment mechanic

Safety-oriented and knowledgeable about workplace hazards

Self-motivated and dependable

Able to work independently

Comfortable working as part of a team

Able to communicate effectively

Experienced with municipal, commercial, automotive, or heavy equipment repair

The City is looking for candidates with two or more years of professional journey-level experience performing a broad range of maintenance and repair work on vehicles and equipment found in a municipal fleet.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may qualify.

Education

A typical qualifying background includes education equivalent to completion of 12th grade.

Specialized automotive, diesel, mechanical, welding, or related training is desirable.

License & Certifications

This position requires driving City vehicles or equipment as part of City business.

For positions requiring operation of combination vehicles with air brakes, employees must obtain and maintain a valid Class A California driver's license and required endorsements by the end of probation.

Required endorsements may include:

H – Hazardous Materials

N – Tank Vehicles

P – Passenger Transport

X – Combination of H and N

The City pays for successful completion of the Class A license.

The City also provides reimbursement for successful completion of ASE certifications.

Depending on the assignment, certifications from ASE, the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR), or other recognized organizations may be required.

? Benefits

The City of Santa Rosa offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

CalPERS retirement

Competitive leave accrual

Choice of health plans

Employer-paid vision and dental coverage

Tool allowance

Alternate work schedules

9/80 and 4/10 schedules available with management approval

12 paid holidays annually

1–3 floating holidays depending on start date and years of service

$500 annual wellness benefit

Unlimited free rides on CityBus and Sonoma County Transit

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer

Work Schedule & Conditions

Fleet Services operates from 5:30 AM to midnight, and mechanics may be assigned to shifts that include:

Early mornings

Evenings

Weekends

Holidays

Employees may also be called back for emergency work.

This is a hands-on mechanical position that involves standing, bending, climbing, lifting, working in confined spaces, and working around vehicles, machinery, tools, cleaning agents, and other shop materials.

Some assignments involve working outdoors and performing field repairs in varying weather conditions.

The work is considered safety-sensitive under U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) requirements, and employees are subject to the applicable USDOT Drug and Alcohol Program.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete a thoughtful and thorough Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the application process.

Responses may be scored based on criteria specific to the position. Incomplete, generic, or minimal responses — including answers such as "See Resume" — may result in disqualification.

The selection process will include a minimum qualifications assessment and may include application/supplemental questionnaire review and department interviews.

An eligibility list will be established and may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Questions?

Contact the City of Santa Rosa Human Resources Department:

707-543-3060

About Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa is located in the heart of Sonoma County, approximately 55 miles north of San Francisco and 30 miles east of the Pacific Ocean.

With a population of approximately 180,000, Santa Rosa is the county seat and a regional center for government, commerce, healthcare, arts, recreation, and culture.

The area offers access to:

Sonoma Wine Country and more than 100 wineries and vineyards

Parks, golf courses, and outdoor recreation

Cycling routes and trails

Performing arts and theater

Restaurants and a vibrant downtown

The natural beauty of Sonoma County and the North Bay

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Equipment Mechanic I/II – City of Santa Rosa

Multiple positions available. Hiring level will depend on qualifications, skills, and experience.

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