Fleet Mechanic I - Light Equipment

Job Description:

Fleet Mechanic I - Light Equipment

Description

Description

The City of Fremont's Maintenance Operations Department is recruiting for
Fleet Mechanic I - Light Equipment

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The Department
The mission of the Maintenance Operations Department is to enhance the community by providing high quality maintenance services through the maintenance of safe and effective transportation systems and public infrastructure that support a desirable quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors, and to support the City organization with efficient and effective services for City buildings and fleet vehicles.

The Ideal Candidate - Light Equipment

The ideal candidate should possess a combination of technical skills, certifications, experience, and professional attributes suited to complete a full range of journey level mechanic work by performing preventative maintenance repair and overhaul of gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel, hybrid and electric automobiles, light and medium duty trucks, and related equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, small construction equipment, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts, landscape trucks, paint sprayer trucks, pressure washer trailers.

First Review of Applications
The first review of application s is Thursday, August 28, 2025 , at 12:00 p.m. (PT). This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

Selection Process
The process may include an online multiple-choice exam ( tentatively scheduled for the second week of September) , individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, pre-employment medical exam and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Reasonable Accommodation
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov.

Contact Us
For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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Fleet Mechanic I - Light Equipment Class Specification

Definition
Under direction, maintains, repairs, and overhauls light and medium trucks, automobiles, and other mechanical equipment; performs related duties as required.

Class Characteristics

This is a journey level classification in the City's fleet mechanic series reporting to the Fleet Mechanic II. It is characterized by the primary responsibility to work on all automotive vehicles, light and medium duty trucks, and related equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, small construction equipment, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts, landscape trucks, paint sprayer trucks, pressure washer trailers. Assignments, objectives, and work steps are set and established work processes are to be followed; work review is occasional during progress or upon completion of assignment. It is distinguished from Fleet Mechanic I - Heavy Equipment by the latter's primary responsibility to maintain, repair, and overhaul large, heavy duty vehicles and equipment. The Fleet Mechanic I-Light Equipment is differentiated from the Mechanic Assistant position by the former’s additional primary responsibility to perform major service and repairs.

Essential Functions

• Completes service orders on assigned vehicles and equipment by performing preventative maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel, hybrid and electric automobiles, light and medium duty trucks, and related equipment that includes, but is not limited to emergency generators, small construction equipment, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts, landscape trucks, paint sprayer trucks, pressure washer trailers.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on other vehicles and equipment utilizing the class knowledge and skill set.
• Uses electronic engine analyzer and other diagnostic equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot problems in all systems.
• Removes, repairs and/or replaces vehicle or equipment including major engine mechanical components, electrical systems, electronic systems, cooling systems, air conditioning systems, emission systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, internal combustion gasoline, diesel, compressed natural gas, and alternative fuel engines, hybrid powertrains, automatic and standard transmissions, clutches, drivelines, differentials, and miscellaneous internal and external vehicle parts.
• Conducts smog checks and diesel opacity checks for compliance with applicable laws.
• Responds to requests for emergency road service.
• Makes emergency repairs in the field.
• May perform gas and electric welding and metal fabrication.
• Test-drives light and medium duty vehicles and equipment.
• Rotates, balance, and repair tires.
• Ensures proper handling and disposing of hazardous materials and read and follow Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Cleans work areas and related shop facilities.

Marginal Functions

• Other duties as assigned.
• May occasionally be assigned to work on heavy vehicles and equipment based on business/operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Principles and operation of internal combustion gasoline, diesel, CNG, and alternative fuel engines and hybrid powertrains; maintenance, repair, and overhaul requirements of light and medium duty trucks, automobiles, small construction equipment and other equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, small construction equipment, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts, landscape trucks, paint sprayer trucks; the uses of oils, greases and lubricating devices; the methods used to tune-up automotive vehicles; the use of testing equipment such as an electronic engine analyzer, voltmeter, exhaust emission analyzer, and oscilloscope automotive electronic principles and operations; maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, air systems, cooling systems, automatic and standard transmissions and clutches; reading schematic concepts; preventative maintenance inspection methods; garage safety procedures; the method of operation of a variety of automotive vehicles and equipment; the assembly and operation of auxiliary equipment typically found in vehicles, trucks and construction equipment; the vehicle code pertaining to lighting systems, emission control systems, and brake systems; the operation and use of gas and electric welding equipment; the methods used in metal fabrication; safe work practices and use of required safety equipment.

Skill in: Operating automotive diagnostic equipment; operating and driving gasoline, diesel, CNG, alternative fuel, hybrid and vehicles and equipment; uses equipment repair tools.

Ability to: Maintain, repair, and overhaul a variety of automotive, construction, and other mechanical equipment such as gas, diesel, alternative fuel and hybrid automobiles, light and medium duty trucks, and construction equipment; diagnose and troubleshoot electrical circuits, electronic circuits, fuel systems, emission systems, brakes, differentials, automatic and standard transmissions, clutches, drivelines, air conditioning systems, and hydraulic systems; use electronic diagnostic and repair equipment; remove, repair and replace major and minor engine component parts; overhaul internal combustion gasoline, diesel, CNG, alternative fuel, hybrid and electric powertrains; use shop tools; make vehicle repairs and adjustments; work safely in an automotive shop environment and willing and able to wear safety equipment, some of which may be uncomfortable to wear, and may be used for long periods of time as required; read and interpret repair manuals and automated databases; ability to log work in automated work order tracking systems; develop and maintain cooperative relationships with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds; determine the best work methods and work sequences when making extensive and complex repairs. Incumbent regularly plans and improves repair procedures such as developing methods of mechanically and physically adapting or altering items to fit and mesh into systems for which the items was not specifically designed.

Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

Education/Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience, which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance, would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: graduation from high school and/or trade school or equivalent and two years progressively responsible journey level experience in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of light and medium duty trucks, automobiles, and related equipment.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class B California Driver’s License as a condition of successful completion of the probationary period. License requirements are subject to changes in State and Federal law, and the City of Fremont must comply with mandated changes at all times. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications in Automotive/Light Truck to include: A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A8 Engine Performance and L1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist to be obtained by completion of probation is required. Failure to maintain certification will result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination. License requirements are subject to changes in State and Federal law, and the City of Fremont must comply with mandated changes at all times.

• A State of California License to certify lights and brakes is highly desirable.
• Possession of a California Smog License is highly desirable.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Rare = 66%

Sitting: Rare
Walking: Occasional
Standing: Frequent
Bending (neck): Occasional
Bending (waist): Frequent
Squatting: Rare
Climbing: Rare
Kneeling: Rare
Crawling: Rare
Jumping: Rare
Balancing: Rare
Twisting (neck): Occasional
Twisting (waist): Rare
Grasp - light (dominant hand): Occasional
Grasp - light (non-dominant): Occasional
Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Frequent
Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Frequent
Fine manipulation (dominant): Occasional
Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Occasional
Reach - at/below shoulder: Occasional
Reach - above shoulder level: Rare

Push/pull:
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Occasional
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Rare
76 to 100 lbs. Rare
Over 100 lbs. Never

Lifting:
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Rare
76 to 100 lbs. Rare
Over 100 lbs. Never

Carrying:
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Rare
76 to 100 lbs. Rare
Over 100 lbs. Never

Coordination:
Eye-hand: Required
Eye-hand-foot: Required
Driving: Required

Vision:
Acuity, near: Required
Acuity, far: Required
Depth perception: Required
Accommodation: Required
Color vision: Required
Field of vision: Required

Talking:
Face-to-face contact: Required
Verbal contact w/others: Required
Public: Required

Hearing:
Normal conversation: Required
Telephone communication: Required
Earplugs required: Required

Work environment:
Works indoors, works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, working at unprotected heights, being around moving machinery, exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to excessive noise, exposure to radiation or electrical energy, exposure to solvents, grease or oil, exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, using computer monitor, exposure to vibration, exposure to flames or burning items, works around others, work alone, works with others.

Class Code: 6030
FLSA: Non-Exempt
EEOC Code: 7
Barg. Unit: OE3
Probation: 12 months
Rev.: 08/25

The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance.

To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit:City of Fremont Benefits Summary

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$91,096.78 - $110,716.87 Annually