Equipment Mechanic I

Full Job Description

The City of Pasadena's Department of Public Works is looking for an Equipment Mechanic I to perform repairs and maintain light duty motorized equipment, small automotive vehicles and some non-power-driven equipment.

The current vacancy is in our Fleet Maintenance Division of our Public Works Department.

This division is responsible for maintaining, repairing and disposing of the City's fuel-powered fleet which consists of approximately 900 vehicles and other pieces of equipment such as: lawn mowers and power tools.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have recent experience working on light duty motorized equipment and small automotive vehicles. This person must be dependable, take initiative, possess effective problem-solving skills, maintain safety standards, detail-oriented, and have a strong work ethic.

NOTE: This recruitment is open and continuous and is subject to close at any time. A first review of applications is scheduled for October 23, 2025. Apply today!

Requirements

The major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the Equipment Mechanic I job description.

• Inspecting and diagnosing operating problems in motorized equipment and automotive vehicles;
• Determining needed repairs;
• Overhauling and repairing defective components and parts on small passenger vehicles, motorized construction equipment, and light duty industrial equipment, appropriate to the classification;
• Interpreting electrical circuits and machine drawings;
• Sharpening and adjusting turf mowing equipment;
• Disassembling motors and mechanical operating equipment and attachments; installing and fitting new or reconditioned parts;
• Adjusting brakes, clutches, ignition, and carburetion;
• Tuning engines; operating automotive test equipment and power tools used in repair and service work; and
• Preparing records of work done and parts used.

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES

The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.

• Attention to detail in ensuring that work products are free from error.
• Problem solving ability in diagnosing engine and other mechanical problems.
• Ability to take initiative/responsibility in managing work priorities.
• Ability to work independently in performing work through completion.
• Dependable and able to maintain a good attendance and punctuality record over time.
• Commitment in providing integrity and honesty with work commitments and promises.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years of professional journey-level trade or shop experience making mechanical repairs to small passenger vehicles or motorized construction equipment, or proof of successful completion of a state-approved 4-year apprentice mechanic program.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with public safety vehicles and emergency lighting.
• ASE Certification are deemed most desirable.
• Must Possess the diagnostic skills required to effectively diagnose computer-controlled engines and transmissions.

SELECTION PROCESS

Those applicants who appear best qualified based on their applications will be invited to any combination of written, oral or performance appraisal to further evaluate their job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

VACANCY INFORMATION

There is currently one vacancy in the Fleet Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department.

The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill this vacancy and similar vacancies in the future. Candidates selected for this position are subject to a one-year probationary work period.

Additional Information

A valid Class C California Driver's License is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Must possess necessary hand and power tools required to perform duties of the job.