Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1

Salary : $72,444.00 - $88,188.00 AnnuallyLocation : WA, WAJob Type: AFSCMEJob Number: 26-00049Department: PW - Maintenance ServicesOpening Date: 03/16/2026Closing Date: 4/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Job Description The City of Renton is hiring for a Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic 1. Our Mechanics put their skills to good use by working on all kinds of motor vehicles and heavy equipment maintenance and repair. As a Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic 1, you will diagnose, repair, handle preventive maintenance, inspections, and other services on a wide range of equipment, including passenger vehicles, dump trucks, heavy machinery, and various City of Renton maintenance toolsTo join us in this role you will need:A valid Driver's License2 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.Additional details can be found in the Education, Experience and License Requirement section belowWorking 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 enrollmentESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: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. Pick up parts and supplies as needed. Inspect and install brake pads and shoes on cars, trucks and other equipment. Tune small engines and cars when needed. Assist mechanics as needed. Sharpen chainsaw chains as needed Perform routine semi-skilled work in the maintenance of automotive vehicles and other equipment; tune vehicle engines and small engines. Inspect brakes and replace pads, drums, wheel bearings, rotors and seals as necessary. Respond to emergency requests; drive to City sites to perform repairs to City vehicles such as changing tires. Lubricate parts and vehicles and change oil and filters on City-owned equipment; inspect and repair tire punctures and damage as appropriate; recharge and install new batteries; replace headlights and taillights and turn signals; clean and replace carburetor air cleaners. Perform routine preventive maintenance, safety checks and repairs; maintain routine safety records on City vehicles. Operate a variety of equipment including tire changing machine, compressors, shop vehicles, oil-dispensing machine, ohmmeters, test equipment, engine analyzer, pressure testers, floor jacks, forklift and a variety of power and hand tools and equipment. Maintain mechanic repair shop areas in a safe, clean and orderly condition; assure security of vehicles and facilities at end of work shift. Prepare and maintain a variety of records including fuel tickets, parts charge-outs, fuel consumption and time records. Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect. Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals. Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field. Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes. Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Perform other duties as assigned. May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: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.For a complete job description see: PHYSICAL DEMANDS:May drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.Move throughout City facilities and buildings.Operate a computer and other office equipment.Communicate with City employees and residents.Lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Work is performed in a mechanical shop environment and occasionally outdoors in all weather conditions. Exposure to hazardous materials and noise from equipment.Noise level in the shop or out in the field is moderately loud.Work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Selection Procedure Please consider visiting the City of Renton's Career Center for more information about our hiring process, benefits and other useful information. The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.Accommodation: Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact at least 2 business days prior to the need.Communication from the City of Renton:We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.Recruitment Process:The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity. This position is considered safety-sensitive as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and a pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required. A search of previous drug and alcohol testing records will also be conducted through FMCSA. Positions that require maintaining a CDL are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.This position is represented by AFSCME, Local 2170, and the applicable benefits are as follows:Medical/Dental/Vision InsuranceEmployees are offered a choice of medical/vision coverage through either Kaiser Permanente or the City's self-insured plan. Preferred Provider Option is available through the self-insured plan. Rates for both plans are available on the Benefit webpage. Please click on the link at the bottom of the page for details.The dental insurance plan covers services such as regular checkups, x-rays, fillings and crowns. Orthodontia coverage is also provided. Deferred Compensation ProgramThe City contributes 3% of the employee's base wage rate into a deferred compensation retirement plan. Employees may also set aside a percentage of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis.Retirement PlanEmployees are enrolled in either the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Plan (PERS) or the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).The following position is required to be enrolled in PSERS*Probation Officer*If an employee was in PERS prior to 2006, the employee had the choice to remain in the PERS plan.Both the employee and employer contribute to the plan.VEBAThe City contributes 1% of base pay into individual employee VEBA accounts, which can be used to pay out of pocket medical expenses.Life InsuranceA group term life insurance policy is provided to each employee at a value equivalent to the annual salary, up to $50,000. Each eligible dependent is also provided with a $1,000 policy. There is no cost to the employee.Optional supplemental insurance is available for employees and their dependents at group rates.Long Term Disability ProtectionMany employees are provided with a long term disability policy up to the equivalent of 60% of their salary.Flexible BenefitsThe City offers employees the opportunity to open two separate tax-free accounts through salary reduction. One account is to pay for expenses not covered by health insurance and the other account is for child care costs.VacationEmployees accrue vacation beginning with the first day of employment as follows: 12 days per year (0-5 years); 18 days per year (6-10 years); 21 days per year (11-15 years); 24 days per year (16-20 years); and 27 days per year (21+ years). Employees may access their vacation immediately.Sick LeaveUpon employment, the employee receives a sick leave bank of 24 hours, with an additional 24 hours awarded after three months. Thereafter, sick leave accrues at the rate of four hours each pay period.Employee Assistance ProgramA confidential counseling assessment and referral service is available without cost to employees and family members for help with personal, family or job-related problems.PaydaysThe City of Renton pays employees on the tenth and the twenty-fifth of each month (24 pay periods each year). HolidaysThe City recognizes eleven holidays and offers two "personal" holidays each calendar year for most employees, unless otherwise specified in a labor contract.Hours of WorkFlexible work schedules are available in many departments.TransportationUnlimited free rides on various bus systems as well as various carpool and rideshare options are available for City employees.Please see the City of Renton Benefits webpage for more information.01 Please explain why you are interested in applying for the Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic 1 position with the City of Renton. 02 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 03 Do you have a minimum of two years' vocational automotive technical training? Yes No 04 If you answered 'Yes' to the above question, please explain your training and where you received it. If none, write N/A. 05 Do you have a minimum of two years' or more of experience in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy and light gasoline, diesel and battery-powered equipment and electrical systems? Yes No 06 If you answered 'Yes' to the above question, please state the number of years of experience, briefly describe your work experience in the above categories, and where you gained this experience. Your 'work history' section in the application should support your details. 07 Thank you for your interest in joining the City of Renton team. We have adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, such as candidates' names, contact information, etc. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. You must thoroughly complete the education section (if applicable to the qualifications of this position) and work experience section in chronological order. You must also provide a thorough response to each of the Supplemental Questions.Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application as described above without any personal identifiers included. Failure to do so may result in elimination from further consideration.Have you read and understood the information listed above? Yes, I have read and understood the information listed above. Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02