Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic

The City of Renton is hiring a dependable and skilled Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1 or 2. The successful candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on their qualifications.

Our Mechanics put their skills to good use by working on all types of motor vehicles and Public Works maintenance equipment, performing the maintenance, inspection, repair, and safe operation of the City’s diverse fleet of more than 700 vehicles and equipment, including passenger vehicles, dump trucks, heavy machinery, and specialized Public Works tools. Both positions require strong mechanical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety and high-quality work.

The schedule for the Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic 1 or 2 position is Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 2:30 pm.

Candidate hired at this level will perform repairs, fueling, maintenance, and inspections across a variety of City vehicles and equipment.

To join us in this role you will need:

• 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.

Candidate hired at this level will perform advanced diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspections on a broader range of equipment, including heavy machinery.

To join us in this role you will need:

• A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License. Candidates who meet the Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic 2 qualifications but do not yet hold a CDL will be considered for Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic 1
• 2 years vocational automotive technical training and 2 years' experience in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy and light gasoline, diesel, and battery-powered equipment and electrical systems
• Or 4 years of relevant education and experience
• Valid Driver’s license. Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Positions that require a CDL Class A are safety sensitive positions. Employment is contingent upon successful drug and alcohol screening and subject to random testing.
• Successful passing of a required background check and national fingerprint-based records check.

Salary placement is based on the candidate’s education, experience, and skill set. The annual salary range for a Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1 is $72,444 to $88,188 and for Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 2 is $79,992 to $97,368.

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

• 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.

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