Equipment Mechanic Assistant I/II

Equipment Mechanic Assistant I/II

The City of San Jose, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San Jos is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San Jose have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees.

The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating, and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, and partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

Salary Information

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The total salary range for Equipment Mechanic Assistant I/II classification is:

Equipment Mechanic Assistant I: $61,235.20- $74,422.40

Equipment Mechanic Assistant II: $67,225.60- $81,640.00

Position Duties

This position is open until filled with the first review date of May 28, 2026. The Fleet Management Division in Public Works Department is responsible for the management of the City's fleet including the comprehensive inspection, maintenance, repair, acquisition, and disposal. The City's vehicle and equipment fleet currently consists of over 2,700 assets.

The Department of Public Works Fleet Management Division is recruiting to fill one (1) Equipment Mechanic Assistant I/II (EMA I/II) position. The EMA I/II is responsible for performing inspections, communicating with other staff and customers, servicing, installation of electronic electrical equipment, ordering parts, entering data in the fleet management system, road testing and diagnosing problems to make various repairs and adjustments on automotive, heavy truck and/or heavy equipment. While working under general supervision, the EMA I/II will be expected to perform safely and follow all rules required by the City of San Jose. These positions, depending on facility assignments, will require working various shift hours and overtime.

The following position details are the areas of experience required for employment and a general description of associated duties. Applicants should identify clearly which area or areas align with their experience in the application process.

Equipment Mechanic Assistant (Service) position is responsible for scheduling, servicing, inspections, and repairs on City vehicles and equipment.

Equipment Mechanic Assistant (Parts) position orders, receives, and issues automotive, truck, and equipment parts. This position also researches and identifies selected parts for issue, stocks and verifies inventories, and utilizes the fleet database to manage inventories.

Minimum Qualifications

Equipment Mechanic Assistant I (EMA I)

Education: Successful completion of high school, General Educational Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or California Proficiency Certificate.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in maintenance of automotive equipment which may include any one of a combination of servicing vehicles, installation of automotive components and accessories, or maintenance and disbursement of parts and supply inventories.

Equipment Mechanic Assistant II (EMA II)

Education: Successful completion of high school, General Educational Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or California Proficiency Certificate.

Experience: Four (4) years of experience in the equipment mechanical assistance of automotive equipment which may include any one of a combination of servicing vehicles, installation of automotive components and accessories, or maintenance and disbursement of parts and supply inventories including two (2) years increasingly responsible experience equivalent to the level of Equipment Mechanic Assistant I with the City of San Jos.

Required Licensing (EMA I/II): Possession of a valid California Driver's License at all times is a condition of employment. As a condition of employment in some designated positions, possession of a valid State of California Class A or B Driver's License with applicable endorsements may be required in the performance of job duties.

Background Investigation Process: Eligible candidates will complete a Class C Background packet. Upon successful completion and review of the background investigation, the hiring board will make their employment selections. Those selected will move forward in the hiring process.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Communication Skills: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.

Computer Skills: Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.

Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Multi-Tasking: Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).

Reliability: Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which will include a practical exercise.

The practical exercise will be tentatively held on the following dates:

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Interviews will be tentatively held on the week of following dates:

Monday, June 29, 2026

Monday, July 27, 2026

Monday, August 24, 2026

Monday, September 21, 2026

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Maritza Garcia via email at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Additional Information

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email View email address on click.appcast.io and we will research the status of your application.

AI and the Hiring Process

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.