Equipment Mechanic

City of La Habra; La Habra (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of La Habra invites applications for an Equipment Mechanic who will perform skilled mechanical repair work and preventive maintenance on automotive equipment within the Fleet Division of Public Works. The ideal candidate has two years of journey-level experience with gas and diesel systems and a strong aptitude for diagnosing issues.

Applicants should understand California emissions, welding, and electrical repair basics, and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Two years journey level mechanic experience in repair of gas, and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment, heavy trucks, road construction equipment and routine maintenance of a diverse variety of vehicles and equipment is required.
• Experience with public safety emergency vehicles (police/fire) is highly desirable.
• Must have skill in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office suite programs.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and problems in heavy/light trucks and automotive electrical systems.
• Provide excellent customer service to community members and those contacted during job functions.

Skills

Diagnostics

Welding

Electrical systems

Customer service

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office

Diagnostic tools

Job description

ABOUT THE CITY:

City of La Habra is located at Orange County's northernmost corner; La Habra today is 7.3 square miles, with a population of nearly 62,000. A quiet bedroom community, it is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountain, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Tamale Festival, Corn Festival, Citrus Fair, and the Children’s Museum and Depot Theatre.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:

The Department of Public Works is responsible for developing and maintaining the City's infrastructure, which encompasses many areas. The Department has eight Divisions which include Administration, Fleet Maintenance, Parks and Trees, Refuse, Street Maintenance, Water/Sewer, Building Maintenance and Engineering. The Director of Public Works oversees these Divisions and the Department's 64 employees. The mission of the Public Works Department is to ensure that city facilities, equipment and public areas are properly maintained and to provide outstanding customer service for the citizens and visitors of La Habra.

The Fleet Division is primarily responsible for maintaining the City’s vehicles and equipment along with researching and purchasing new vehicles and equipment.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under immediate supervision, the Equipment Mechanic performs skilled mechanical repair work and general preventive maintenance services on automotive and mechanical equipment.

QUALIFYING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• California emissions control systems and its component parts and operations.
• Methods of testing, procedures, tools, and equipment used in repairs.

Ability to:

• Properly diagnose mechanical failures and problems in heavy/light truck and automotive electrical systems.
• Fabricate and repair metalwork using welding equipment.
• Use a variety of tools related to the field.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Operate a computer, perform data entry, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
• Provide excellent customer service to members of the community and those contacted while performing job functions.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and possess the training and experience necessary to provide the qualifying, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Two (2) years journey level mechanic experience in the repair of gas, and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment, heavy trucks, road construction equipment and routine maintenance of a diverse variety of vehicles and equipment is required. Experience with public safety (Police and Fire) emergency vehicles and equipment, ambulances, aerial boom lift trucks, compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, Hybrid and Electrical vehicles is highly desirable. Must have skill in the use of Windows operating system and Microsoft Office suite programs. Must have excellent customer service skills.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires a valid California Class “C” driver’s license and must obtain a California Class “B” commercial driver’s license with tanker, and airbrake endorsements within 6 months of appointment. Position is subject to Department of Transportation Regulations and Testing.

Certification with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in Automotive or Medium/Heavy Truck and California Fire Mechanics State Certification in the following areas are desirable:

• Brakes (A5) or (T4)
• Suspension & Steering (A4) or (T5)
• Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6) or (T6)
• Engine Repair – Gas or Diesel (A1) or (T1) or (T2)
• Heating and Air Conditioning (A7) or (T7) Engine Performance (A8)
• Automotive Advance Engine Performance Specialist (L1)
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection (T8)
• Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3) or (T3)
• Automotive Transmission/ Transaxle (A2)
• Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Vehicle (F1)
• California Fire Mechanics State Certification (Levels I, II & III)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must provide own hand tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires moderately heavy work, including pushing, pulling, stooping, climbing, and lifting up to 75 pounds. Manual dexterity in using hand, pneumatic and power mechanic tools is also required.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISASTER SERVICE WORKER: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all La Habra city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

The City of La Habra is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.