Equipment Mechanic I-II

City of El Segundo•El Segundo, CA

About The Position

The City of El Segundo is seeking a full-time Equipment Mechanic I or II. The role performs routine servicing, maintenance, and repair of City automobiles, trucks, construction equipment, non-powered equipment, and fuel, hybrid, and other alternatively powered equipment. Equipment Mechanic I is an entry-level role focused on more routine tasks with less independence and responsibility. Equipment Mechanic II is journey-level, handles more complex work, and is expected to have specialized training and a strong working knowledge of skilled mechanical work and repair methods and procedures. The position receives supervision from the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor. It may receive technical direction from an Equipment Mechanic II or Senior Equipment Mechanic; an Equipment Mechanic II may provide technical and functional direction to an Equipment Mechanic I. Employees may be required to work evenings and extended hours. They regularly encounter engine and equipment sounds and smells and may need to lift or carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds. City employees may be called upon to serve as disaster service workers in the event of a disaster. The listed annual salary ranges are $61,366–$74,591 for Equipment Mechanic I and $69,430–$84,393 for Equipment Mechanic II.

Requirements

One year of experience servicing, maintaining, and repairing fuel and alternatively fueled vehicles and equipment.
Education equivalent to high school graduation or a GED.
A valid and appropriate California driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required because some field duties involve operating a personal or City vehicle.
A valid Class B California driver's license is required within one year of the appointment date.
Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair for fuel, hybrid, and other alternatively powered vehicles and equipment, including engines, fuel systems, and electrical systems.
Knowledge of repair and maintenance equipment, engine mechanics and safe operating characteristics, tool and equipment capabilities and limitations, parts and supplies for routine repairs, fleet software systems, and safe work practices.
Ability to perform routine mechanical work and troubleshoot minor engine, fuel-system, and electrical-system repairs.
Ability to operate technical diagnostic equipment and use hand and power tools for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing vehicles and equipment.
Ability to test-drive vehicles for quality control and safety, and maintain work, time, and material records.
Ability to understand and follow directions, instructions, posted work rules, and procedures; communicate clearly orally and in writing; accept constructive criticism; and maintain effective working relationships with staff, City employees, and the public.
Ability to appear for work on time and follow directions from a supervisor.
May be required to work evenings and extended hours.
Regular exposure to engine and equipment sounds and smells.
Regularly required to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Specialized training in the maintenance and repair of fuel- and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

Service, maintain, and repair on-road and off-road fueled vehicles and equipment.
Coordinate with City departments and vendors to schedule service, repairs, and maintenance for vehicles and equipment.
Diagnose and troubleshoot routine problems involving engines, fuel systems, electrical systems, and other systems.
Determine the extent of necessary repairs; analyze engine performance and emissions; and make adjustments and repairs.
Assist with field service calls as needed.
Perform basic welding for maintenance and repair.
Test-drive vehicles and equipment to diagnose problems, verify work quality, and confirm vehicle safety.
Service and repair City generators and storm drain pumps.
Assist with coordinating the purchasing, ordering, and inventory of equipment maintenance parts and materials.
Keep records of time, materials, parts used, and work performed.
Attend training related to equipment and vehicle repair and maintenance, and stay current with new technology.
Maintain the shop in a clean, neat, and orderly condition.
Attend work regularly and predictably.
Perform related duties as assigned.