Equipment Mechanic I

Job Description:

Equipment Mechanic I

Description

Position Information

The Public Works-Operations and Maintenance Department is seeking one qualified individual to fill a position in the Fleet Services division.

Under general supervision, to make minor and major mechanical repairs to automotive and other power-driven equipment; to perform related work as required.

Job Description

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Inspect, diagnose and locate mechanical difficulties on City automobiles, trucks, fire apparatus, tractors, pumps and a variety of maintenance and construction equipment
• determine extent of necessary repairs.
• Overhaul, repair and adjust engines, including transmissions, differentials and clutches, and other automotive parts.
• Tune up engines, replacing ignition parts and cleaning and adjusting carburetors.
• Replace or repair faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches or oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, air conditioning and cooling systems, steering mechanisms and related parts and equipment.
• Repair and install such components as generators, distributors, relays, lights, switches and radio communications equipment.
• Fabricate and modify parts and equipment.
• Maintain work, time and material records; clean and wash motorized equipment.
• Sweep and vacuum car interiors.
• Wash windows, tighten body bolts, sweep, wash and otherwise keep shop and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Tools, equipment and procedures used in the overhaul, repair and adjustment of gas and diesel-powered equipment;
• Operation and care of internal combustion engines;
• Use of automotive shop tools, equipment and methods used in welding;
• Safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Inspect gas and diesel-powered equipment to locate difficulties and estimate the cost and time of repairs;
• Perform minor and major mechanical work on mechanical equipment;
• 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;
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education :
Specialized training in the maintenance of automotive equipment. Associates Degree in automotive or diesel technology is highly desirable.

Experience:
One year of experience performing automotive maintenance and repair duties comparable to those of the Equipment Service Aide class.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver License
• Possession of a valid California Class A or B Driver License is desirable.

Additional Information

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is required to walk, sit, talk, and hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift weights up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Use of motorized vehicles for mechanical testing purposes, power and hand tools and equipment for vehicle and mechanical system work, mechanic’s tools including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and other tools required for minor repairs and routine maintenance of motorized vehicles, electronic vehicle diagnostic equipment, personal computer, calculator, phone, and mobile or portable radio.

Environmental Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts or in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The City of Chico offers a wide range of employee benefits. Benefits are subject to negotiations with employee organizations and may vary with individual bargaining units. For a summary of benefits, please visit the City of Chico website at: City of Chico - Employee Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 4/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$52,270.40 - $70,033.60 Annually