Heavy Equipment Mechanic

City of Lodi; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Lodi's Fleet Services Division is seeking a journey-level automotive mechanic to perform major and minor repairs on a wide range of city vehicles and equipment. The role requires diagnosing issues, performing engine and component overhauls, and maintaining preventive maintenance programs.

Ideal candidates have three years of journey-level experience and a valid Commercial Class A license with appropriate endorsements. Applicants must be able to work overtime and be on-call as required.

Qualifications

• Three years experience as a journey level mechanic.
• Possession of a valid Commercial Class A Driver’s License with endorsements, within six months of appointment.
• Ability to perform journey level mechanical work and supervise others as needed.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain City fleet vehicles and powered equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, and locate mechanical difficulties and determine repairs.
• Overhaul, repair, and adjust engines, transmissions, differentials, and clutches.
• Maintain an on-going preventive maintenance program and records.
• Assist in training and supervising less experienced personnel.

Skills

Equipment repair

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Tools operation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The City of Lodi has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Fleet Services Division.

The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application, Supplemental Questionnaire, and a Written Examination; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience as possible, as a resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Tentative Written Examination Date: Week of October 5, 2026, only those applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to the exam (Candidates must appear in person for the examination).

Tentative Interview Date: Week of October 19, 2026

DEFINITION

Performs major and minor mechanical repairs to automotive and other power driven equipment, maintains and repairs a variety of equipment and vehicles used in Public Works and other departments.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level in the equipment mechanic series. Positions assigned to this class are expected to perform a full range of skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of powered equipment. Positions in this class work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic assists in the supervision and training of less experienced personnel.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

Receives general supervision from the Fleet Services Supervisor or Lead Mechanic; exercises technical supervision over subordinate equipment maintenance positions.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Services and maintains City fleet vehicles such as automobiles, trucks, tractors, buses, fire engines, and other powered equipment that operate on a variety of fuels; tune-ups, repair of hydraulic and air brakes, electrical wiring, ignition repair, repairs miscellaneous hydraulic equipment, pumps, generators, air compressors, engines, services and maintains street sweepers, graders, street rollers, loaders, back-hoes, bulldozers, chippers, generators, and various other equipment;
• Maintains an on-going preventive maintenance program; lubricates equipment, checks differentials, batteries, transmissions, reconditions and tunes engines, examines lights and signals;
• Inspects, diagnoses, and locates mechanical difficulties on City automobiles, trucks, generators and a variety of powered equipment; determines extent of necessary repairs;
• Overhauls, repairs, and adjusts engines, transmissions, differentials, and clutches;
• Tunes up engines, replacing ignition parts and cleaning and adjusting carburetors;
• Replaces or repairs faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, or oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms, and related parts and equipment;
• Repairs and replaces such components as generators, distributors, relays, lights, and switches;
• Performs smog inspections and certifications according to State requirements if certified;
• May fabricate and modify parts and equipment;
• Maintains work, time, material, and parts records;
• Assists other mechanics in the performance of mechanical repairs as required;
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Tools, equipment, and procedures used in the overhaul, repair, and adjustment of powered equipment;
• Operation and care of internal combustion engines;
• Rules of safety in mechanical working environment;
• Operating and repair characteristics of City owned equipment and vehicles.

Ability to:

• Perform journey level equipment mechanical work including the diagnosis of equipment for both major and minor repairs work;
• Work productively in the absence of supervision;
• Accurately determine mechanical repair needs and estimate the cost and time of repairs;
• Assist in the training and supervision of less experienced personnel;
• Tune and test engines and electrical systems utilizing engine analyzer scope, infra-red tester and other meter and static timer for diesel engines;
• Use a variety of tools and equipment with skill;
• Maintain a variety of shop and repair records;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

Equivalent to the completion of high school.

Experience:

Three years experience as a journey level mechanic.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid Commercial Class A Driver’s License issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles with the appropriate endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code, within six months of appointment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Willingness and ability to work scheduled and emergency overtime and be available on call as required; work special events as needed;

• Mobility: frequent performance of heavy manual labor; frequent crawl, bend, stoop, reach, and climb for long period of time.
• Lifting: frequent lifting and maneuvering various tools, equipment and apparatus weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Vision: essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to read fine print on labels, manuals, maps, and diagrams and with no color deficiencies to work with color-coded wires.
• Dexterity: frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person. May be required to wear ear protection or hear in noisy conditions.
• Emotional/ Psychological: frequent coworker contact; occasional working alone.
• Environmental: frequent exposure to loud noise; frequent exposure to chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances; work outdoors under adverse conditions such as at night, in confined and awkward spaces, in heavy traffic, in heat, cold, and rain.

*FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

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Evaluation of Qualifications: Application materials and resumes will be screened to determine if applicants are considered to be among the most qualified as outlined on the job announcement. Only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate in the testing process. Resumes may not be substituted for a completed application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION - City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code §11105(b)(10), §11105.3, §13300(b)(10); Education Code §10911.5; Public Resources Code §5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi's Fingerprinting Policy and Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start. All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality.

HIRING PROCEDURE - Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process. The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list.

CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS - Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical. Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division.

MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING – All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.

APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS SALARY - The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.

HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per calendar year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).

HEALTH INSURANCE - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.

LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.