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Equipment Mechanic I/II
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Position Number: 5947575
Location: San Jose, CA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Equipment Mechanic I/II

Valley Water

Salary: $85,841.60 - $109,865.60 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 01854-E

Location: CA, CA

Department: General Services

Closing: 2/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Overview:

Equipment Mechanic I/II - Power Up Your Career with Us!

Are you ready to make an impact by keeping our fleet and equipment running smoothly? The Equipment Mechanic I/II role offers an opportunity to apply your skills in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and equipment essential to our operations. Join a dynamic team and help power our mission forward!

The Equipment Mechanic I/II is responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on gasoline, diesel-powered, and alternative technology vehicles, including heavy/light construction equipment. This role involves utilizing power and hand tools, interpreting technical documentation, and ensuring all work aligns with safety and quality standards.

Our Commitment: Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water: Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San Jose, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Performs preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and repairs to gasoline or diesel-powered heavy equipment, trucks, construction equipment, and passenger vehicles.
Troubleshoots and diagnoses computer control system components using scanners or laptop with Original Equipment software applications.
Maintains and repairs other equipment such as trailers, auxiliary engines, pumps, steam cleaners, air compressors, generators, ATVs, forklifts, marine equipment, and related equipment.
Removes, disassembles, repairs, and replaces a variety of parts including transmissions, clutches, differentials, axles and suspension, pneumatic and hydraulic brake systems, hydraulic systems, ignition and electric al systems, electronic and computer control systems, steering and control systems, air conditioning/climate control systems, tracks and assemblies, various electrical devices/units, body parts and attached equipment.
May be required to make repairs/service to Fleet equipment and vehicles at remote location or worksites.
Operates equipment and vehicles after repair to insure safe and complete repairs.
Conducts annual safety inspections required under California State laws on equipment.
Performs acetylene, TiG, MiG, stick welding; performs plasma cutting and repairs to vehicles and fabrication of equipment attached to vehicles.
Repairs and installs special equipment such as body up-fits, extra lights, controllers, and instrument panels.
Prepares and maintains related records via Maximo or a similar tracking system.
May prepare schedules of repairs for a limited amount of equipment.
Identifies and may order replacement parts and make recommendations as to cost of repairs.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

One to Three plus years of automobile (medium and heavy trucks), mechanical equipment and construction equipment repair and maintenance experience (5+ years preferred)
Proficient with tools, equipment and procedures used in the service, repair and adjustment of automobiles, specifically medium and heavy trucks and construction equipment and gas and diesel powered equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems and causes in automotive in automotive, diesel construction and familiarity with hydraulic systems and the ability to do routine welding and fabrication work.
Hands-on experience performing preventive maintenance and repairs on gasoline, diesel, and alternative-fuel vehicles.
Experience working with a variety of equipment, including light/heavy trucks, construction machinery, and power-driven tools.
Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing automotive systems such as fuel, ignition, electrical, hydraulic, and braking systems.
Familiarity with using diagnostic tools, service manuals, and technical schematics to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues.
Proven ability to perform safety inspections, road tests, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Knowledge of hydraulic systems operation and maintenance, including troubleshooting and repair.
Background in occasional welding, minor fabrication, and repairing or replacing component parts on vehicles or equipment.
A track record of effectively working independently or under limited supervision in a mechanical repair or maintenance role.
Experience with updating maintenance work orders via maximo or similar tracking system.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical issues and repairing complex systems.
Skilled in using tools and diagnostic equipment for maintenance and repair.
Skilled in utilizing work order software to track work and proper documentation of services performed.
Ability to perform welding, fabrication, and hydraulic system maintenance.
Strong communication skills to understand and follow instructions effectively.
Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Ideal Knowledge:

Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and materials used in the servicing and maintenance of automobiles, medium and heavy trucks, and construction equipment.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of troubleshooting/ diagnosing equipment malfunctions and equipment and tools used in routine welding and fabrication.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices
Knowledge of Tools, equipment and procedures used in the service, repair and adjustment of automobiles, medium and heavy trucks and construction equipment gas and diesel powered equipment.
Basic principles, practices, methods, and materials used in the servicing and maintenance of automobiles, medium and heavy trucks, and construction equipment.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equipment Mechanic I

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience performing repair and maintenance of vehicles or mechanical equipment.

Equipment Mechanic II

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in equipment repair, mechanics, or a related field.

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience performing repair and maintenance of vehicles or mechanical equipment.

Required License or Certificate

Must have a satisfactory driving record, a valid California driver's license, and able to obtain a valid Class A driver's license and required endorsements within six months of appointment.

The following certification, license and training is desirable:

Valid and current Master Technician ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification in Medium & Heavy Truck or Automobile
Valid and current Class A Commercial driver's license with hazmat, air brakes and tanker endorsements.
Additional specialized training in equipment repair, mechanics or a related field is desirable.

To review the Classification Specification, please click here (Download PDF reader)

Facilities & Fleet Unit (Position Code 08)

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position requires the individual to be onsite and is typically not a teleworking position.

Selection Process

(1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview.
(2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.

NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary.
Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification.
Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.

Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.

Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.

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