Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1

City of Renton; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Deferred compensation with 3% employer

VEBA Plan with 1% employer

Medical, dental, vision and life保险

Paid vacation and holidays, plus two '

Personal' holidays"

PERS retirement enrollment

Job summary

The City of Renton is seeking a dependable Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1 to support maintenance, repair, fueling, and safe operation of City vehicles and equipment. The role blends hands-on mechanical work with problem-solving and teamwork to service a range of light and heavy-duty equipment.

The position emphasizes initiative, safety, and customer service while contributing to an inclusive workplace. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.

Qualifications

• 2 years vocational automotive training or 2 years’ experience in maintenance, repair and overhaul of automotive equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Background check and fingerprinting required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fuel and oil inventory; operate fuel pumps and record levels.
• Service vehicles; dispense fuels; check and add oil as needed.
• Inspect brakes, tires, and cooling systems; perform tune-ups.
• Assist mechanics and perform semi-skilled maintenance in shop.
• Maintain shop areas in a safe, clean condition and keep records.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Vocational automotive training

Experience in maintenance/repair (2 years)

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Power tools

Job description

The City of Renton is seeking a dependable and skilled Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1 to support the maintenance, repair, fueling, and safe operation of City vehicles and equipment. This hands-on role combines mechanical knowledge, problem-solving, and teamwork, with opportunities to work on a variety of light and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate takes initiative, values safety and customer service, and is committed to supporting a collaborative and inclusive workplace while helping keep essential City operations running smoothly. The schedule for the Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic 1 is Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 2:30 pm.

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employee's salary.
• VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employee's salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain adequate supply of fuel, oil and propane gas; measure and record fuel tank and propane tank levels; inspect for water content; operate automated fuel pump controls and verify fuel tank computer levels and compare with manual measurements; deliver fuel tickets to office personnel.
• Service vehicles; dispense gas, diesel and propane fuels; check and add oil as needed for engines and automotive transmissions.
• Clean windshields; replace wiper blades as needed; check radiators.
• Maintain adequate supply of materials for the fuel island; maintain fuel island in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Pick up parts and supplies as needed.
• Inspect and install brake pads and shoes on cars, trucks and other equipment.
• Tune small engines and cars when needed.
• Assist mechanics as needed.
• Sharpen chainsaw chains as needed
• Perform routine semi-skilled work in the maintenance of automotive vehicles and other equipment; tune vehicle engines and small engines.
• Inspect brakes and replace pads, drums, wheel bearings, rotors and seals as necessary.
• Respond to emergency requests; drive to City sites to perform repairs to City vehicles such as changing tires.
• Lubricate parts and vehicles and change oil and filters on City-owned equipment; inspect and repair tire punctures and damage as appropriate; recharge and install new batteries; replace headlights and taillights and turn signals; clean and replace carburetor air cleaners.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, safety checks and repairs; maintain routine safety records on City vehicles.
• Operate a variety of equipment including tire changing machine, compressors, shop vehicles, oil-dispensing machine, ohmmeters, test equipment, engine analyzer, pressure testers, floor jacks, forklift and a variety of power and hand tools and equipment.
• Maintain mechanic repair shop areas in a safe, clean and orderly condition; assure security of vehicles and facilities at end of work shift.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records including fuel tickets, parts charge-outs, fuel consumption and time records.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years vocational automotive technical training or 2 years’ experience in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy and light gasoline, diesel and battery-powered equipment and electrical systems.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check and national fingerprint-based records check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.
• Lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.
• Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in a mechanical shop environment and occasionally outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to hazardous materials and noise from equipment.
• Noise level in the shop or out in the field is moderately loud.
• Work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community.