Equipment Mechanic

City of Vacaville • Vacaville, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Vacaville is accepting applications for the Equipment Mechanic position in our Public Works Fleet Maintenance Division. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to work on everything from passenger vehicles and public safety units to heavy construction equipment while applying your mechanical expertise to solve complex problems. As an Equipment Mechanic with the City of Vacaville, you will help keep the City's diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment safe, reliable and ready to support essential public services. This recruitment will also establish an eligibility list for future vacancies in this classification that may occur over the next 12-month period.

Requirements

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Two years of work experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive and other power-driven equipment.
• Possession of the National Institute for Automotive Services Excellence (ASE) test for T(4) Brakes, and T(8) Preventative Maintenance Inspections and EPA Type II Certificate for handling refrigerants are desirable at the time of hire and are conditions of passing probation and of continued employment.
• A Class B License with passenger endorsement is required prior to completion of probation and is a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

• Additional automotive/equipment maintenance classes are desirable.
• Previous experience maintaining transit or school buses and/or heavy construction equipment is desirable.
• Completion of a specialized course of study or apprentice program can be substituted for one year of experience.
• Possession of the National Institute for Automotive Services Excellence (ASE) test for T(4) Brakes, and T(8) Preventative Maintenance Inspections and EPA Type II Certificate for handling refrigerants are desirable at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize the safety, reliability and performance of the City's fleet.
• Respond to emergency vehicle and equipment breakdowns by performing timely field repairs.
• Fabricate, modify and repair parts using drilling, cutting and welding equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including charging, ignition and high-output electrical components.
• Inspect, diagnose, rebuild and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, hoses, cylinders and valves.
• Prepare and maintain public safety vehicles and equipment to support police, fire and other essential City operations.
• Use computerized diagnostic equipment and specialized tools to identify mechanical issues and optimize vehicle performance.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance at affordable rates - City covers up to 85% of Kaiser premium, other plans are also available
• Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
• Healthcare double coverage opt-out incentive of $3,000 per year for eligible employees
• Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment up to $2,200 per fiscal year
• Deferred compensation plan with City contribution, no employee match required
• California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account
• A 2% COLA is scheduled for 11/1/2026
• Certification pay: Emergency Vehicle Technician I = $2,560/year, Emergency Vehicle Technician II = $3,070/year, Emergency Vehicle Technician III = $5,120/year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED