Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1/2

The City of Renton's Public Works Maintenance Services department is recruiting to fill two Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1/2 vacancies. The Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic utilizes their skills to work on a variety of motor vehicles and Public Works maintenance equipment. The Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic performs preventative maintenance, inspections, and other services on all inventoried equipment including passenger vehicles, dump trucks, heavy equipment, and a variety of other City of Renton maintenance equipment. Contribute to the City's vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties.

This position is part of a series and salary placement depends on the education, experience, and skill set of the incumbent.

2026 Annual Salary (click on title to view full job description):
Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1: $72,444-$88,188
Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 2: $79,992-$97,368

Working 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 enrollment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS for Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 1. Please click on job description (link above) for essential functions of the Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 2.

• 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.

• Two years vocational automotive technical training.
• Two years' experience in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy and light gasoline, diesel and battery-powered equipment and electrical systems.
• Or 4 years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid Driver's license. Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Positions that require a CDL Class A are safety sensitive positions. Employment is contingent upon successful drug and alcohol screening and subject to random testing.

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.

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.

Communication from the City of Renton:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com 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.
Accommodation
Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact kritter@rentonwa.gov at least 2 days prior to the need.

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. The Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic 2 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.