Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Salary : $75,948.00 - $96,204.00 Annually
Location : Equipment Maintenance Shop, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 26-00025
Department: Public Works
Division: Equipment Maintenance
Opening Date: 05/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Teamsters

Summary

Under general supervision, the Mechanic troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains a variety of vehicles and equipment for City departments.
Essential Functions

-- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours.

Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs a variety of vehicle maintenance to include oil changes, tire changes, and brake replacements.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical problems; removes and repairs engines, transmissions, and differentials; replaces pumps, cylinders, and valves.
• Assists with the general cleaning of the shop, vehicles, and equipment.
• Welds and fabricates metal using a variety of tools and techniques.
• Participates in facilities maintenance and repair work.
• Sets up new vehicles and systems with communications equipment, networking hardware, and safety equipment.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent AND four (4) years of experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing various types of construction related equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Customer service principles, practices, and etiquette.
• Records maintenance and retention policies and procedures.
• Work safety policies, procedures, practices, and equipment.
• Welding and fabrication methods.
• Electric and computer systems in vehicles.
• Hydraulic, electric, fuel injection and computer systems.
• General uses and functions of various vehicles and equipment used by the City.

Skill in:

• Reading and accurately interpreting repair and operator manuals.
• Operating various tools and equipment.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting vehicles and equipment.
• Interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
• Organizing and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Completing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Analyzing complex issues and implementing appropriate responses.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• A valid Class B Commercial Washington State driver's license is required.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental and vision insurances
• Life Insurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Department of Retirement Systems Retirement Plan
• Padi vacation, holidays and sick leave
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Teamster Pension
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with their application. First review of applications will take place on June 5, 2026.

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The City of Mount Vernon provides and enforces a drug free workplace and maintains a smoke free work environment.

The City of Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Medical, dental and vision insurances.
• Life Insurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Department of Retirement Systems Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Teamster Pension
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)

01

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid Washington State driver's license or have the ability to obtain one within six months of hire?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a CDL?

• Yes
• No

04

If yes, what class do you have?

• CDL A
• CDL B

05

Have you previously worked on diesel engines?

• Yes
• No

06

If so, what types of diesel engines have you worked on? Please explain in detail the extent of the work performed.
07

Do you have any knowledge on vehicle electronic/electrical systems?

• Yes
• No

08

If so, what type of vehicles have you performed electronic/electrical work?
09

Do you have any experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment?

• Yes
• No

10

If so, please explain in detail the type of mechanical equipment you have worked on?
11

Do you have any experience with welding and fabrication?

• Yes
• No

12

If so, please give examples of what types of fabrications have you done?
Required Question