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Equipment Service Worker

Job in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California, 95061, USA
Listing for: City of Santa Cruz
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Equipment Service Worker – Public Works Department, Fleet Maintenance Division

The current vacancy is for Equipment Service Worker in the Public Works Department in the Fleet Maintenance division at the Corp. Yard. Under supervision, the Equipment Service Worker performs routine servicing, minor mechanical repairs and simple diagnosis on a variety of gasoline and diesel powered equipment, vehicles and machines, and plant equipment and buildings; including but not limited to automobiles, trucks, tractors, street sweepers, forklifts, loaders, construction equipment, baler and conveyor lines and maintenance equipment and tools, depending on assignment;

performs related work as required.

The Fleet Maintenance division is located at the Corp Yard main garage bay at 1125 River St. To learn more about Fleet Maintenance, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./Operations

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other Equipment Service Worker vacancies during the life of the list. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is valid for up to one year from the date established unless the list is extended or abolished by the Human Resources Director.

Recruitment #26-051 Important Driver’s License Information

Possession of a valid California Class A or B driver’s license is not required at time of application; however, it does require a valid Class A or B license by the end of the probationary period. A DMV report is not required at the time of application, however, will be required for the selected candidate.

Application and Selection Process

On Thursday, 03/12/26 recruitment will close. All application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department by 5:00 pm; postmarks are not accepted. To apply, submit:

  • Application — online application preferred; paper application accepted. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of filling out application form completely.
  • Response to supplemental questions — will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Any work experience described here must also be included in your employment history on the main application.

Weeks of 03/16 and 03/23/26:
Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment by 04/03/26.

Weeks of 04/06 and/or 04/13/26:
Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment and interviews will be tentatively scheduled. The examination process will include an interview and may include a written and/or performance exam.

Basic Function

Under supervision, performs routine servicing, minor mechanical repairs and simple diagnosis on a variety of gasoline and diesel powered equipment, vehicles and machines, and plant equipment and buildings; including but not limited to automobiles, trucks, tractors, street sweepers, forklifts, loaders, construction equipment, baler and conveyor lines and maintenance equipment and tools, depending on assignment; performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This class is distinguished from the equipment mechanic classifications in that incumbents are regularly assigned a variety of unskilled to semi-skilled tasks related to the servicing and minor mechanical repair of vehicles and equipment; whereas mechanics are assigned a full range of skilled, journey-level repairs and servicing of vehicles and equipment.

  • Performs a variety of maintenance tasks and minor mechanical repairs on vehicles, tools and equipment, including engine tune‑ups, oil changes, lubrications, adjusting and/or relining brakes, minor electrical repairs, and routine parts replacement.
  • Operates electronic diagnostic equipment to diagnose and repair mechanical, electronic, and electrical problems.
  • Inspects vehicles, tools and equipment and performs required maintenance on a scheduled basis.
  • Inflates and rotates tires.
  • Replaces and installs accessories, such as mirrors, wipers, and lamps.
  • Completes maintenance forms and service records.
  • Transports parts and equipment.
  • Lubricates and adjusts tracking of conveyor belts.
  • Assist…
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