Diesel Mechanic

Oak Harbor Financial Inc; Oak Harbor (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Oak Harbor as a Diesel Mechanic, where you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of vehicles and equipment. This role requires expertise in diagnostics, maintenance, and customer service, contributing to the safety and efficiency of city operations. Enjoy a supportive team environment with all necessary tools provided. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in diesel mechanics and a commitment to safety and quality service.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Retirement Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience as a diesel mechanic.
• Ability to perform maintenance and repairs on various vehicles.
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on diesel and gasoline vehicles.
• Assist Maintenance Foreman with administrative duties.
• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Customer Service

Welding

Maintenance

Diagnostics

Education

High School Graduation or GED

Certified Diesel Technology Program

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Welding Equipment

Job description

1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join our City of Oak Harbor team to help build a legacy of commitment to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion in our vibrant waterfront community.

Description

Applications reviewed when received

Position will close when filled

We invite you to apply for consideration to work in our well-equipped shop where all tools are provided and a team atmosphere that encourages safety.

Perform a wide variety of diagnostic, maintenance and repair functions for a wide range of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles and specialized construction equipment, maintenance, fire, police and other equipment in the City shop or field as necessary. Vehicle and equipment inspection, diagnosis and perform repairs. Assist the Maintenance Foreman with customer service, shop and fleet planning, supervisory duties, and day-to-day administration, purchasing, records, safety, and training functions.

Essential Job Functions

Work activities involve multiple skills and may include, but are not limited to, any or all of the

following depending on area of assignment, operational necessity, emergency services, special projects, and seasonal factors:

• Perform inspections of new and new-used vehicles and equipment to ensure conformance with order specifications as to fit, finish and overall serviceability.
• Make regular service and maintenance repairs in the shop or emergency repairs in the field on equipment such as police cars, fire equipment, pick-ups, refuse trucks, single and tandem axle dump trucks, and mobile and stationary equipment such as air compressors and generators.
• Set-up, adjust and operate engine diagnostic tool, and other test equipment and devices.
• Diagnose malfunctions involving specialized electronics and computer controls, fuel systems, ignitions, mechanical or hydraulic malfunctions. Replace parts and adjust to manufacturers specifications.
• Perform vehicle and equipment service and preventative maintenance activities as scheduled. Maintain record of vehicle and equipment repairs in accordance with established procedures.
• Coordinate vehicle and equipment repair activities with outside vendors as authorized
• Repair and/or replace, as needed, items such as tires, belts, hoses, brakes, radiators, axles, alternators, differentials, hydraulic cylinders, carburetors, ignition plugs, water pumps and electrical components.
• Remove and replace engines and vehicle drive train components including clutches, transmissions and drive shafts.
• Perform minor vehicle body repairs and refinishing activities including upholstery work as required.
• Assist in supervisory functions, safety and other job-related training and be a resource to crews, staff, and other division employees.
• Assist the Maintenance Foreman in shop planning, purchasing, records and computer functions.
  
  

As requested by other departments, assist the Maintenance Foreman to provide cost information on repairs and cost of new/used equipment.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City staff, vendors, and the general public, and respond in a courteous and helpful manner sometimes in stressful situations.
• Make certain equipment available for use meets established standards to ensure safe and legal operating condition and that day-to-day shops functions meet safety standards.
• Perform gas, plasma and arc welding as needed to accomplish vehicle, equipment repairs and fabrication.
• Fabricate parts within capability of available City shop equipment and time constraints as necessary to accomplish repairs. Also devise and adapt tools, aids, improved work methods and procedures as necessary to accomplish service delivery.
• Comply with environmental regulations regarding disposal of fuels and maintenance of vehicle wash rack, pumps and pressure washer systems.
• Perform small engine equipment maintenances and repairs such as lawn mowers, portable compressors, chain saws, compactors, and serve as a resource to divisions on equipment safety, service, and operations.
  
  

Associated Functions

• Attend various workshops, continuing education, meetings, seminars, and conferences.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Performance Requirements (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, automatic transmissions, differentials, trans-axels,
  
  

vehicle electrical systems, hydraulics, shop techniques, welding, cutting and body work.

• Knowledge and skills with hazardous materials and MSDS practices.
• Ability to apply knowledge of gasoline or diesel engines, maintenance of specialized equipment and the ability to detect, diagnose and resolve malfunctions.
• Knowledge of English grammar verbal and written.
• Good training and customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and apply technical manual information such as tune-up specifications, mechanical component tolerances and assembly/reassembly sequences.
• Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and to recognize differences in colors to assure safety requirements in vehicle electrical wiring repairs.
• Ability to learn to proficiently operate, train and check out employees utilizing specialized equipment such as single and tandem axle dump trucks, fire fighting equipment, pumps, wheel tractors, refuse trucks and backhoes as necessary, as well as repair activities.
• Ability to utilize a variety of hand and power operated tools and equipment to perform vehicle and equipment inspection, maintenance and repairs
• Ability to perform work in accordance with industry safety practices.
• Knowledge to use a personal computer and associated City and shop software.
• Ability to continually learn and update skills with changes in technology and fleet requirements.
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions may be considered.

• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a certified diesel technology program, community college coursework, military mechanic training, or equivalent formal technical training is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience as a diesel mechanic in a shop or field environment that must include a minimum of five (5) years of experience in all the following areas:
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
• Repair and Maintenance
• Engine and Drivetrain Systems
• Hydraulic and Electrical Systems
• Welding and Fabrication
• Recordkeeping and Safety Compliance
• Must be able to acquire specialized work certifications, including Fire Training Apparatus.
• Must be able to acquire specialized certifications in specific areas of work.
• Must obtain CPR and Industrial First Aid Certification within three (3) months of hire.
• Complete a comprehensive background screening prior to hire.
• Valid driver’s license at the time of hire and ability to provide a driver’s abstract with a good driving record.
• Must have or obtain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B, with a medical certification, within six (6) months after successful completion of a probation period.
• Must pass drug screening at time CDL License is obtained, and periodically thereafter following the City’s CDL policy.
• Minimum qualification revision May 2025*
  
  

Working Environment & Physical Demands

Working Environment And Physical Demands

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Work is performed inside and outdoors under dirty, uncomfortable and hazardous conditions in all types of weather conditions. Work requires the ability and stamina to perform heavy manual physical labor and repetitive lifting throughout a work shift, in addition to normal visual and hearing acuity, substantial manual dexterity, as well as the ability to stand, crawl, climb bend, twist, stoop, kneel while working, and move items weighing in excess of 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Work may involve exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood borne pathogens and requires appropriate safety precautions. Weekend and after-hours work is sometimes required.

Safety Statement

We expect employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and the City’s Accident Prevention Program (APP). This includes, but is not limited to, actively identifying, and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action, emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans.

The City of Oak Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability or any other status protected by law.

The City of Oak Harbor offers a generous benefit package to our employees that include:

Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual

Sick leave accrual is 8 hours per month.

Full-time employees receive vacation accrual on the following schedule.

Years of Service Vacation Accrual Rate

• 0 to 5 years - 8 hours/month
• 6 to 10 years - 10 hours/month
• 11 to 15 years - 13.33 hours/month
• 16 to 20 years - 15 hours/month
• 21 plus years - 16.66 hours/ month
  
  

The vacation accrual rate for a part-time employee shall be pro-rated as a percentage of the full-time rate.

Holiday Pay

The City provides eleven (11) paid holidays per year plus two (2) floating holiday of your choice (total of thirteen (13) days).

Medical Insurance

A choice from three options is provided through the Association of Washington Cities (AWC).

• Kaiser $200 Deductible Health Plan,
• Regence High Deductible Health Plan (with a City funded HSA)
• Regence HealthFirst 250 Health Plan.
  
  

The City pays 100% of the premium for a full time, regular employee (32 hours or more) and 90% of the premium for spouse and dependent children.

Part time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for full benefits but must pay for spouse and dependents coverage.

Vision Insurance

Vision Service Plan -The City provides a paid family vision plan which covers a yearly exam per person and a portion of vision hardware (frames, lenses and contacts) depending upon the use of accepted network providers.

Dental Insurance

Washington Dental Service/DELTA is preventive, incentive-based dental coverage provided through Association of Washington Cities, and pays as follows: 70-100% preventive, 70-100% basic, and 50% major dental to a maximum of $2000/person/year. Included is an orthodontic rider for children of 50% orthodontic expenses to a maximum of $1000 per child/lifetime. The City pays 100% of the premium for a fulltime, regular employee and 90% of the premium for spouse and dependent children.

Part time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for full benefits but must pay for spouse and dependents coverage.

Washington State Retirement Programs

Required pension plan for all City employees.

PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) plans 2 or 3 is for all general City employees.

LEOFF (Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters) plan 2 is for safety service employees.

PSERS plan 2 is for Public Safety Service Officers (Corrections Officers).

Employee contribution rates (% of gross income) vary for the plans. The City makes a contribution as well.

Basic Life Insurance & Long Term Disability

The City pays for a $50,000 basic group life insurance policy as well as a long term disability policy for employee only through Standard Insurance Company.

Wellness Program

The City of Oak Harbor is committed to promoting employee health and wellness, and offers a Wellness Program with fun and varied activities where regular employees can earn points to qualify for a wellness day off.

Employee Assistance Program

Free, professional and confidential counseling is available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) via ComPsych. EAP is available to the employee and their immediate family, including their dependent children and anyone living in their household. Guidance counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to arrange an appointment with a qualified counselor in your area. Visit the EAP page for more information.

Other Benefit Options Include The Following

• Voluntary Group Life Insurance- in addition to our life insurance policy this is a self-paid option.
• Deferred Compensation Plan – Mass Mutual or Wash State DCP- in addition to our city offered pension plan, this is a self-paid option.
• Colonial Life & Disability – This is a self-paid individual and/or family coverage for Cancer Care, Short Term Disability, Life, Accident, Critical Illness and more
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Pre-Tax deductions (IRS 125 Flexible Spending Account) for unreimbursed medical expenses and/or dependent day care
• Health Savings Account (HSA)- Funded by the City, $3,500 individual, $7,000 family per year. Must be on the Regence High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
  
  

01

Please select your highest level of completed education.

• Some high school
• High school diploma/GED
• Some college, vocational, business, or technical training
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
  
  

02

Have you completed continuing education and/or training in a certified diesel technology program, community college coursework, military mechanic training, or equivalent formal technical training?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have any other certifications or training that are applicable to this position?

04

Do you have a current First Aid/CPR certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Please list what classification of Commercial Drivers Licence (CDL) you have.

• I have a CDL Class B
• I have a CDL Class A
• I have a tanker endorsement
• I have a current medical certification
• I don't have a CDL but I'm interested in obtaining a CDL.
• I don't have a CDL and I do not have interest in obtaining a CDL.
  
  

06

How many years of experience do you have in a similar position with emphasis in heavy diesel equipment, automotive, small engines, fabrication, and electronics?

• I don't have this experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5 or more years
  
  

07

How many years of experience do you have in troubleshooting and diagnostics?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years
  
  

08

How many years of experience do you have in engine and drivetrain systems?

• 0-2 years
• 2-4 years
• 5-6 years
• 6+ years
  
  

09

How many years of experience do you have in hydraulic and electrical systems?

• 0-1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years
  
  

10

How many years of experience do you have in welding and fabrication?

• I don't have this experience.
• I have less than 1 year of experience.
• I have at least 1 but less than 2 years of experience
• I have between 2 and 3 years of experience.
• I have between 3 and 4 years of experience.
• I have 5 or more years of experience.
  
  

11

How many years of experience do you have in repair and maintenance?

• No experience in this area
• Under one year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 4-5 years of experience
• 5-6 years of experience
• 6 or more years of experience
  
  

12

How many years of experience do you have in recordkeeping and safety compliance?

• I don't have this experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5 or more years
  
  

13

Please describe your experience as a diesel mechanic in a shop or field environment.

14

Tell us why you are interested in this opportunity and why you would be the best fit for this position.

15

Are you willing to be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing per Federal DOT regulations for CDL License holders?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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