Equipment Mechanic I

City of Wilsonville; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Wilsonville seeks an Equipment Mechanic I to maintain and repair a diverse fleet of city vehicles and equipment, including buses, trucks, and heavy equipment. You will work with experienced mechanics, perform routine maintenance, and support public services with a commitment to quality workmanship.

Requires a solid mechanical foundation, hands-on diagnostic ability, and a willingness to learn. Benefits include growth opportunities within the Fleet Services Division and a strong team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years vocational training in vehicle/mechanics or related field.
• Two years of experience as a mechanic, including heavy and light gas/diesel equipment.
• Valid Oregon driver license and ability to obtain Oregon CDL Class B with passenger and air brake endorsements within three months; refrigerant handling certification and forklift certification; ASE encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on City vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect and repair CNG and battery electric vehicles; perform oil changes and transmission services.
• Maintain records; procure parts, tools, and supplies; operate equipment as needed.
• Assist with fabrication, welding, and finish work; design and build modifications.
• Input service data, maintain inventory, and manage purchasing in accordance with city policy.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools proficiency

Diagnostic skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in vehicle/mechanics

Tools

Welders

Plasma cutter

Forklift

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Are you a mechanically inclined problem-solver looking to build your career in fleet maintenance? The City of Wilsonville is seeking an Equipment Mechanic I to join our Fleet Services Division. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid mechanical foundation who is eager to expand their skills while supporting essential public services.

At Wilsonville, you'll find a team that values collaboration, takes pride in quality work, and is committed to serving the community with excellence. We support employee growth, encourage continuous learning, and work together to solve challenges and get the job done right. That's #thewilsonvilleway.

In this role, you'll help maintain and repair a diverse fleet of City vehicles and equipment, including transit buses, trucks, heavy equipment, mowers, and small engines. You'll work alongside experienced mechanics who are committed to sharing their knowledge and helping teammates grow their technical skills.

We're looking for someone who has hands-on mechanical experience and a strong aptitude for diagnosing and repairing equipment. You don't need to know everything on day one, but you should bring a solid foundation, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to quality workmanship. Whether your experience comes from an automotive shop, diesel maintenance, equipment repair, technical training, or a related field, this position offers an opportunity to grow into a skilled fleet maintenance professional.

If you're mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and ready to build a career maintaining the vehicles and equipment that support Wilsonville's public services, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our Fleet Services team and help keep Wilsonville moving.

Please read below for more information regarding essential job functions and minimum qualifications.

The Equipment Mechanic I performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on all City vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to: buses, automobiles and trucks, and off highway equipment. Additional duties include record-keeping; procurement of parts tools, and supplies; and operation of equipment. This position may also perform work of a lower classification.

The Equipment Mechanic I reports to the Fleet Services Manager, and may receive limited guidance from the Equipment Mechanic II. This position will receive work assignments from and will have work assignments assessed by the Shop Foreman.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following tasks are representative and not to be considered all inclusive

Routine Maintenance Inspection and Service

• Preventive maintenance inspections on City vehicles and transit buses
• Perform maintenance and repair of CNG and battery electric vehicles
• Oil changes
• Transmission services
• Tire repair and replacement
• Light duty brake jobs
• Belts and hoses
• Battery inspection, service, and replacement
• Lighting system repairs

Equipment maintenance and repair

• Interview operators concerning status of equipment
• Assist with the diagnosis and repair heavy duty vehicle systems, including brakes (air and hydraulic), automatic and manual transmissions, differentials, and suspension systems
• Troubleshoot electrical related problems and repair
• Assist with the procurement of necessary parts, supplies, and tools
• Perform service and repair to gasoline, diesel, and CNGfuel systems

Equipment fabrication

• Collaborate with other employees to assess purpose and create design for proposed equipment
• Select appropriate materials
• Cut and shape materials
• Weld materials
• Assist with performing finish work and modifications as needed.

Record keeping & Purchasing

• Input service and repair information on vehicles and equipment
• Assess options of new, used, or rebuilt parts
• Maintain inventory of personal tools
• Assess options regarding purchasing or renting specialty tools
• Procure materials and supplies according to the city and department purchasing policy

Equipment operation

• Operate vehicles and equipment as needed for retrieval and repair
• Record information in City Fleet Management System

Clean vehicles

• Wash interior and exterior of city vehicles on a daily basis, including: windows, mirrors, head and tail lamps
• Dust and sweep interior of vehicles (remove debris)
• Perform scheduled maintenance, including: wash floors, seats, walls, roofs, and other areas; detail vehicles using waxes and protectants

Facility and grounds maintenance (wash and fueling areas)

• Perform general cleanup of assigned areas, as directed by supervisor
• Bus stop and Transit Center maintenance, including: perform general maintenance at bus stops, remove debris and graffiti from shelters and signs, and assist with bus stop sign and/or shelter replacement

Complete other duties as assigned.

Customer Service Standards for Employees

These standards are to ensure the organization is focused on providing high quality service to the public and other employees. Employees are expected to meet these standards as part of their job responsibilities.

Communication

• Acknowledge customers when they enter a city facility by greeting them with a smile and positive tone of voice whether in person, on the phone or in email.
• Gather necessary information to assist the customer. Where possible, handle issues/questions/requests without transferring customer to someone else.
• Seek out answers to questions first; if unsuccessful provide name/contact information of someone who can assist.
• Listen, understand, and clarify to gain in depth understanding of the needs to ensure they are being met.
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner.
• Be positive and enthusiastic when speaking with customers.

Respect

• Be courteous and polite.
• Treat customers with dignity and respect.
• Understand customer's expectations and treat them as a priority.
• Actively listen and give customer undivided attention.
• Appreciate differing perspectives, opinions, and needs.
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, and ethical behavior.

Responsiveness

• Provide prompt and reliable service.
• Respond to phone/email as soon as possible.
• Follow through in a timely manner on commitments made to customers and provide estimated timeline for completion.
• Change voicemail and email when out of office/unavailable and provide alternate contact person for customers.
• Demonstrate a "can-do" approach.
• Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions.

Complete other tasks as assigned.

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. and two years of vocational training in vehicle and equipment mechanics and welding (additional years working as a journeyman mechanic may substitute for vocational training).

Experience: Two years of experience as a mechanic, including work with both heavy and light duty gas and diesel equipment.

Required Certifications/Licenses: Valid Oregon driver license and possess (or ability to obtain within three months of hire) an Oregon Commercial Driver License - Class B with passenger and air brake endorsements, refrigerant handling certification, and a forklift operator's certification. ASE certification is encouraged and supported, but not required at this time.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to assess and repair city vehicles, buses,and heavy equipment.
• Ability to effectively use oral and written communication in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques and procedures.
• Ability to work with other city employees in the design and fabrication of equipment.
• Ability to organize and maintain maintenance records on city vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to learn and implement city procedures, regulations, and requirements with respect to procure, safety, operations, and organization.

Work Environment: This position performs repair and maintenance tasks both in the city shop and in the field.

Physical Requirements: Work is performed at the Fleet Services Shop and in the field in all weather conditions. The work requires bending, climbing, crawling, lifting up to 100 pounds, pulling, pushing, standing, stooping, and walking. Driving is required.

Cognitive Functions: This position requires complex mechanical problem-solving, the ability to communicate with others in occasionally adversarial situations, and the ability to work independently.

Tools/Equipment Used: Requires a personal set of handtools. In addition to basic hand tools, this position will use City equipment including but not limited to: truck and bus lifting equipment, welders, plasma cutter, forklift, tire mounting/balancing equipment, and various computerized diagnostic equipment.