Part-Time Equipment Mechanic

Description

The City of Irvine is looking for skilled and dependable Part-Time Equipment Mechanics to help keep our vehicles and equipment running safely and smoothly. In this job, you'll work on cars, trucks, and power-driven equipment - doing everything from oil changes and brake repairs to diagnosing more complex problems using special tools and computers. You'll be part of a team that helps our city by keeping emergency and service vehicles ready to roll. If you have experience working with engines and electrical systems, enjoy solving mechanical problems, and want to grow your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Two vacancies exist. Part-time, up to 19 hours per week.

Your Impact

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair City vehicles and equipment powered by gasoline, diesel, natural gas, and propane
• Perform routine maintenance including oil changes, lubrication, brake service, and tire repairs.
• Tune engines and troubleshoot using computerized diagnostic tools.
• Service and repair electrical systems, including lighting and air conditioning components.
• Installs aftermarket accessories and fabricate necessary brackets or mounts.
• Operate and maintain light to medium-duty construction vehicles and fleet equipment.
• Conduct Biannual Inspection Terminal (BIT) vehicle safety inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, time, and materials used.
• Assist with parts ordering, pickup, and inventory management.
• Respond to emergency road service calls and assist with police investigations as needed.
• Responds to emergency call outs and may be required to be on-call.
• Provide support to other mechanics as needed.
• Use a computer to perform job related tasks and maintenance tracking.
• Physical ability to exert mildly heavy physical effort involving lifting, crawling, kneeling, carrying, pushing and pulling.
• Operate tools, machinery and equipment in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Commitment to wearing proper safety gear and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Find additional information in the Equipment Mechanic Part-Time job description.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with vocational or technical training in automotive or equipment maintenance and repair.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience in automotive or equipment maintenance experience.
• Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Highly Desired:

• ASE Certified or Ford Certified Technician.

Best Fit

• Strong communication skills to explain and clarify repair procedures to others and follow instructions accurately.
• The ability to read and interpret work orders, schematics, manuals, and inspection standards.
• Experience using diagnostic, electrical, and welding tools to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, A/C, and electrical systems.
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills when evaluating repair options and completing tasks.
• Familiarity with vehicle emissions standards, safety regulations, and workplace safety practices.
• Basic computer skills for tracking maintenance records and performing job-related tasks.
• Solid math skills to calculate measurements, quantities, and perform basic shop math.
• Willingness to work in varying conditions, including outdoors, around noise, dust, grease, and occasionally in high-traffic or inclement weather areas.

Your Team

The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine’s five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day.

The Public Works & Sustainability Department combines the strengths of Administration & Planning, Park Development, Transportation Planning & Mobility, Infrastructure Maintenance & Operations, Capital Project Delivery, and Sustainability & Environmental Initiatives to create a unified approach to infrastructure management and sustainability. City assets include streetscapes, open space, City parks (community and neighborhood), athletic fields, bike trails, roadways, traffic signals, and more. The Capital Improvement Program has an annual delivery of $100 million in capital projects, in addition to the delivery of the globally relevant Great Park. With over 200 dedicated staff across five divisions, we prioritize efficiency, sustainability, and community engagement in all our endeavors. Together, we strive to build and maintain infrastructure that meets the needs of our community while ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

The Process

The selection process will include an examination and a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization.

Certain City budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions. A qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.