Equipment Mechanic

Job Description:

Equipment Mechanic

Description

About the Opportunity

This recruitment will close on October 15, 2025, or once 75 applications are received.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The General Services Agency is seeking candidates with practical experience in maintaining and repairing a wide range of vehicles. The ideal candidate will be a positive-minded team player able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Customer-focused candidates well-versed in the diagnosis and repair of a variety of vehicle systems are encouraged to apply.

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THE POSITION
The Equipment Mechanic performs journey level work in repairing, overhauling, and maintaining light to medium duty vehicles, boat motors, and small engine equipment powered by gasoline and diesel. This individual works under general direction in Fleet Services, a division of the General Services Agency. Performs related duties as assigned.

Working for local government allows you to make a difference in your community and receive great incentives and benefits!

• Work-Life Balance - Employees receive two weeks paid vacation and 96 hours of sick leave their first year.
• Benefits - The County offers a comprehensive benefits package. Click here to learn more.
• Additional Pays - Equipment Mechanics may be eligible to receive an additional 5% compensation when the employee possesses at least three (3) valid certificates of competency granted by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Employees may be eligible for an additional 2.5% when they possess at least eight (8) valid certificates of competency granted by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
• Allowances - The County has a shoe reimbursement procedure and purchases employees' tools needed for the job.
• Opportunities for Advancement - The County offers excellent training and development opportunities.

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Craft/Maintenance/Institutional bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the “Disability” tab.

Typical Tasks

• Examine and locate mechanical defects in a wide variety of automobiles, light to medium duty trucks, boat motors, and small engine equipment powered by gasoline and diesel;
• Make major and minor mechanical repairs to County vehicles and other equipment;
• Remove and disassemble engines, transmissions, differentials and rebuild as necessary;
• Time and adjust engines;
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring and components;
• Diagnose and repair engine and transmission computer fault codes;
• Use welding equipment to fabricate, rebuild, and strengthen various parts;
• Maintain detailed written and electronic records of work performed, parts, and other materials used; and
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

• The operating principles of automotive equipment and other equipment powered with gasoline and diesel;
• Automotive emission control standards;
• Automotive A/C & smog control standards;
• Principles of preventive maintenance; and
• Basic computer operations.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Demonstrate journeyman level competency in the adjustment and repair of equipment;
• Diagnose malfunctions and repairs, rebuild and adjust gasoline and diesel engines;
• Read and write English sufficient to interpret automotive manuals, parts books, and repairs orders;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Prepare and maintain electronic and written records of repair orders, work completed, parts and materials used;
• Climb ladders, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl and move arms, as needed; and
• Pull or push 75 pounds in moving engine parts and lift 50 pounds in carrying auto parts.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years of journey-level experience as an automotive mechanic. Experience must include computer diagnostic and repairing of engines, transmissions, front suspension, and differentials.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening may focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.

• One (1) year experience and/or certification in upfitting law enforcement and similar vehicles including removing, installing, troubleshooting, modifying, and repairing various types or emergency and electronic equipment; OR
• One (1) year experience with computers and computerized equipment including automotive software programs; OR
• Possession of a National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (NIASE) Certificate or ASE Certifications A1 through A8; OR
• One (1) year or more experience working for Stanislaus County General Services Agency.

Proof of certificate(s) may be required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to attach proof must call 209-525-6319 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline may result in disqualification.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE

Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Application Deadline: October 15, 2025

Oral Examination: TENTATIVELY THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 20, 2025

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County .

GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org

Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary.

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$61,006.40 - $74,172.80 Annually