Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Mechanic Senior

Overview

The City of Gresham is seeking qualified candidates to fill a regular, full-time vacancy in the Fleet Management Division of City-wide Services as a Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Mechanic Senior. The work environment is collaborative and consists of many tenured and experienced staff.

Position Description

The Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Mechanic Senior performs preventative maintenance and both major and minor repair activities on a variety of fleet vehicles, which may include gasoline equipment, diesel equipment, large fire apparatus and various large pieces of heavy machinery and rolling stock. This position may diagnose malfunctions and accomplish repairs in the shop or the field as needed. This position sometimes works independently with minimal supervision.

Salary placement will be based on education, experience and certifications of the selected applicant within the associated classifications.

Compensation

• Vehicle Mechanic: $58,030.00 - $74,047.00 Annually
• Vehicle Mechanic Senior: $67,702.00 - $86,433.00 Annually
• Additional certifications pay is offered as defined in the Teamsters Collective Bargaining Agreement Article 18.8.

Posting Information

This job posting will be open from 2/2/26 to 3/1/26, first review of resumes will begin on 3/2/26.

About Gresham

As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve, and go “one step beyond” to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways.

Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding. We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives.

Come build the future with us.

Responsibilities

The Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Mechanic Senior position performs a wide range of maintenance, diagnostics, repairs and other functions in support of City fleet vehicles, which includes vehicles of various classes and sizes. This position works with the Fleet team which consists of seven employees and fosters an environment of collaboration and teamwork dedicated to public service. The work environment can be characterized as fast paced.

Due to the variety of equipment the Fleet team works with, the ideal candidate has experience and interest in working with a range of vehicles. This includes a background and/or interest and ability to participate in ongoing factory training classes to stay current on constantly evolving industry technology.

Functions performed by the Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Mechanic Senior include, but are not limited to:

• Performs general preventative maintenance activities on Police, Fire, and other City vehicles to include; motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, tractors, boats, light cars, trucks and trailers.
• Services vehicles with oil changes, filters, lubricants, brake adjustments, tune-ups and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Diagnoses problems using electronic and mechanical test equipment utilizing previous experience and knowledge of vehicle repair.
• Inspects and repairs engines, gas and diesel fuel systems, steering, suspension transmission, electrical system, cooling system, starting and charging system, hydraulic and pneumatic brake systems, tires, and other major components.
• Diagnose and repair, auxiliary engines and transmissions, drive lines, axles and differentials and other specialized equipment such as sweeper components, vacuum truck implements, snow plows and sanders.
• Troubleshoot, install and repair emergency vehicle lighting, two-way radios and other emergency vehicle accessories.
• Assures that all work is accomplished in accordance with established safety practices and to appropriate service manual specifications.
• Participates in the after hours on-call program that occur on a rotating basis.
• Operates standard shop equipment and hand tools in the maintenance and repair of vehicles.
• Data enters accurate information related to repairs made into the fleet records software.
• Create parts requisitions for parts needed to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Performs annual DEQ inspections for all City vehicles.
• Cleans and maintains City vehicle repair shop in an orderly manner; maintains shop tools in safe and proper working condition.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and time efficiency while performing high quality workmanship and function as a good steward of City resources.

Qualities We Are Looking For

• An ability to adapt to…