Mechanical Service Technician

The Fleet and Communications Division of the Finance & Asset Management Department is recruiting to fill a Mechanical Services Technician position. The position works collaboratively with a team of heavy‑duty and light‑duty technicians performing maintenance and repair on the City of Bellevue’s fleet of vehicles and equipment. This is skilled work in the repair and maintenance of automotive, medium, heavy‑duty trucks, off‑road construction equipment, large mowers, tractors, and specialized equipment, including both gas and diesel engines. This is a full‑time Teamster Local 763 Union position. Currently, the work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm or a 4‑10 shift of 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, however, candidates must be willing to work alternative shifts, weekends, and be on call during emergency operations. At The City of Bellevue, you’ll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You’ll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future‑focused is the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. It's what makes The City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Responsibilities Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment following a prescribed format and documentation. Interacts with team members and crew lead on work in progress status. Ensures all equipment warranty, recall, and service bulletin issues are performed per policy. Performs diagnostics and repairs on varying types of light and heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment (e.g. gas and diesel engines on sedans, vans, light trucks, construction equipment, turf maintenance equipment, medium/heavy trucks, generators and pumps). Performs diagnostics and repairs on electrical and electronic systems including alternators, batteries, auxiliary lighting systems, light bars, siren systems, ignitions, fuel controls, engine control modules, and instrument panels. Makes emergency repairs in the field and in the City’s fleet shop, during normal shift hours and/or after hours. Performs testing, diagnostics and repairs on all emission components. Performs basic cutting/welding (gas and electric) tasks and provides estimates for fabrication costs. Troubleshoots onsite equipment problems and coordinates with team members when utilizing outside vendors. Coordinates with the crew lead and/or parts personnel when encountering expensive, hard‑to‑find, back‑ordered, or otherwise out‑of‑the‑ordinary parts situations. Makes timely and accurate entries into a computerized maintenance system about work performed; includes time, parts, repair codes, and other related information. Prepares new vehicles to go in service by installing aftermarket equipment and electronic components. Performs emergency response functions and may be required to be available on a standby basis to provide services. Decommissions vehicles and equipment for remarketing. Attends meetings and trainings as required. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Supervision Received and Exercised Works under the direction of the Fleet Maintenance Manager or designee, within the context of a work team environment. Employees work with minimal or no supervision while performing individual tasks. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Experience in a fleet vehicle or mechanic shop in a high‑volume, specialized repair facility. Experience in performing maintenance and repair on emergency response vehicles, including fire apparatus, medic units, or other specialized public safety equipment preferred. Preferred experience in maintenance of heavy‑duty trucks, off‑road construction equipment, large mowers, tractors, including both gas and diesel engines. Familiarity with brake systems, tune‑ups, automated mechanical analyzers and parts, engine repair, etc. Ability to use hand and power tools including drills, hydraulic presses, jacks, hoists, and electronic motor analyzers. Ability to use tanks, safety equipment, and other components necessary for MIG, ARC, aluminum, steel, and acetylene welding and cutting. Knowledge of or experience with vehicle hydraulic, electrical, and fuel systems. Possesses own tools and is willing to upgrade them as required to efficiently perform tasks. Familiarity with wide variety of special‑use vehicles. Ability to troubleshoot/diagnose trouble codes to determine repairs using diagnostic software. Experience using vehicle/equipment maintenance software (Maximo preferred) and navigate other software such as Alldata or Mitchell. Experience using a personal computer and Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, co‑workers, vendors and others both orally and in writing. Ability to establish effective working relationships and be a productive member of a team. Is a self‑starter and proactive in resolving issues and solving problems. Ability to work with constant and numerous interruptions. Ability to meet deadlines with minimal comebacks and possesses strong problem‑solving skills. Demonstrated knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs. Education and Experience Graduation from high school or a GED equivalent, supplemented with college level or trade school automotive or light/heavy‑duty coursework. Three or more years progressively responsible related mechanical technician experience. Or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Other Requirements Possess a valid, current Washington State driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to date of hire. Ability to obtain Class A commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement required upon completion of a trial service period of one (1) year of hiring. Incumbents will be provided with the required training. Must have or be able to obtain ASE Truck Brake (T4), ASE Automotive Brake (A5) and 609 Air Conditioning Certification required within the first year of hiring. Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. Work is performed primarily in a vehicle maintenance shop, but the incumbent must be willing to work outdoors when needed (e.g., some remote site work is necessary). Some remote work is associated with vendors, customers, contract administration, and related city functions. Hazards include traffic, heavy or sharp equipment, flammable liquids or fuels, high voltage, equipment noise, and confined space. Employees may be called in off duty to complete repairs during peak vehicle utilization periods. Employees investigating accidents involving emergency vehicles may be exposed to infection through contact with discarded medical equipment and/or bodily fluids. Work Authorization All applicants will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas. This is a Teamster Local 763 Union position. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Bellevue