Equipment Service Worker

City of San Bernardino, California; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Bernardino is hiring an Equipment Service Worker for its Fleet Services Division in the Public Works Department. This entry-level position involves routine to semi-skilled maintenance, fabrication, and repair of vehicles and equipment, including basic welding and shop tool usage.

Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-conscious, and eager to grow a career in fleet maintenance. A valid California driver’s license is required, plus one year of relevant experience or an equivalent

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• One year of experience in vehicle and equipment servicing, basic welding or similar work, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine welding and fabrication work.
• Perform maintenance, servicing and repair of City vehicles and equipment.
• Prepare tools, supplies, and parts for daily shop operations.
• Wash, lubricate, replace hoses/belts, and change tires as needed.
• Maintain basic service records and keep work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Basic welding

Vehicle servicing

Shop tools use

Record keeping

Customer service

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Shop tools

Pneumatic tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity for professional growth and development?

Consider joining the City of San Bernardino's Public Works Department as an Equipment Service Worker!

About the City

As a future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity.

San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.

About The Position

The Equipment Service Worker is an entry level position in the Fleet section of the Public Works Department. The Equipment Service Worker will perform a variety of routine to semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, modification, and repair of vehicles and equipment in the Fleet Services Division. Work may require carrying out routine welding assignments involved in the fabrication and/or repair of integrated waste bins and other items.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety‑conscious, and interested in building a career in fleet and equipment maintenance. They have hands‑on experience with vehicle servicing, basic welding, or similar trade work; are comfortable using shop tools and equipment; and can follow instructions carefully. They take pride in keeping vehicles, equipment, parts, and work areas in good condition, while providing helpful service to City staff and vendors. The successful candidate works well with a team, stays organized, and is willing to perform a variety of physical, hands‑on tasks in a busy shop environment.

A Day in the Life

An Equipment Service Worker helps keep the City’s vehicles and equipment ready for the work ahead. The day may begin with checking service schedules, preparing tools and supplies, and fueling or lubricating vehicles. The employee may wash equipment, replace hoses or belts, change tires, or assist a journey‑level mechanic with repairs. They may also use basic welding techniques to repair waste bins, replace worn parts, receive and organize inventory, or coordinate with vendors to obtain needed supplies. Throughout the day, they follow safety procedures, keep basic service records, and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

One (1) year of experience in vehicle and equipment servicing, basic welding or similar work in the trade; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment

A valid California driver’s license is required.

Knowledge of

• Basic operations and maintenance of vehicle systems and components.
• Use and maintenance of basic shop, hand and power tools, such as sockets, wrenches, torque wrenches, pneumatic wrenches, greasing tools and other related tools.
• Operation of arc and gas welding equipment and basic welding procedures.
• Types and grades of lubricants, coolants, brake, steering and other fluids used in automotive and equipment servicing.
• Use and maintenance of tire‑changing and balancing equipment.
• Safe working practices and safety equipment related to the work.
• Federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the handling and disposal of hazardous waste and clean air requirements.
• City policies, procedures, and standards.

Skill in

• Operating basic shop, hand and power tools, vehicle hoists and jacks.
• Operating tire‑changing and balancing equipment.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Keeping basic logs and records.
• Performing routine welding and fabrication work.
• Preparing basic records and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Properly maintaining and operating power driving construction tools and equipment.
• Providing customer service.

Recruitment Timeline

This recruitment will close on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at 11:59pm, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Applications review: Week of November 23, 2026

1st Interview: Week of December 7, 2026, or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE)

Pre‑Employment Process may include, but is not limited to

• Application Review
• Oral Exam
• Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• Pre‑employment Medical Exam, including drug test.
• Employment/Professional Reference Check.

E‑Verify Participation

The City of San Bernardino participates in the E‑Verify program. In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.

Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.

For more information about E‑Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at www.uscis.gov.

Disclaimers

The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at [phone].

This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.

Contact

For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Human Resources at 909-998-2060 or email Stephanie Rivera at [e-mail]. Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org.