Open until filled, recruitment may close at any time.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The General Services Department Fleet Management Division is committedto providing a comprehensive fleet management program that responsivelyfulfills the vehicle and equipment needs of the City through cost-effective anddedicated personal service. The City ofFresno is currently recruiting for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker. Thisposition is the advanced working/lead class in the Heavy Equipment Mechanicseries. Incumbents provide lead direction to mechanics and service workers; andperform advanced working level maintenance and repair on heavy equipmentincluding City trucks, construction equipment, refuse trucks, and othervehicles and equipment.
Employeesin the class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker, who possess a valid MasterMedium-Heavy Duty Truck Technician Certificate or Master Bus TechnicianCertificate, issued by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence(NIASE), are entitled to receive certificate pay of two hundred dollars ($200)per month.
One vacancycurrently exists in the General Services Department, Fleet MaintenanceDivision. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible listfor a period of three (3) months from
the datethe eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at theCity’s discretion. If
theexamination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may belimited to three (3)
months.
THE REQUIREMENTS
Applicantsmust meet the following minimum qualifications on or before the posted filingdeadline in order to qualify for participation in the examination process:
Possessionof a High School Diploma or equivalent GED Completion;
AND
Two (2)years of full-time paid experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipmentincluding trucks, construction equipment, refuse trucks, and other vehicles andequipment;
AND
Possessionof a valid National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) MasterMedium-Heavy Truck Technician certificate; OR possession of six (6) valid ASEcertificates in the following component areas:
DieselEngines (T2)
Drive Train(T3)
Brakes (T4)
Suspension/Steering(T5)
Electrical/ElectronicSystems (T6)
Heating,Ventilation & Air Conditioning (T7)
****Applicants MUST upload copies of ASE Certifications for verification ofrequisite requirement. Applicationslacking this documentation may be rejected.
Additional Requirements
Possess a valid California Driver’s License at time of appointment. Withinthirty (30) days of appointment must obtain a valid Commercial InstructionalPermit. Within six (6) months must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial ClassB California Driver’s License with required endorsements and without air brakerestriction. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a validdriver’s license and current copy of their driving record.
Eligiblescertified for consideration will be required to successfully pass a departmentinterview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment.
Pleasenote: Heavy Equipment Mechanic positions have been designated as being ‘safetysensitive’ and require all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass adrug test prior to employment. Federallaw requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certaintransit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardousmaterials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercialdriver’s license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. This classification is subject to random drugand alcohol testing throughout the entire term of employment in this class.
SELECTION PROCESS
Theexamination process may consist of the following:
ORAL EXAMINATION (100%)– A panelof subject matter experts will conduct a job-related Oral Examination which mayevaluate each candidate’s knowledge in methods, materials, tools and techniquesused in the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty vehicles and equipment,occupational hazards and safety precaution s of the trade, maintainingeffective working relationships, or other topics related to a candidate’straining, experience and qualifications for the position of Heavy EquipmentMechanic Leadworker.
The OralExamination is tentatively scheduled for the week of: to be determined.
The Cityreserves the right to amend any phase of the examination process should therebe a limited number of successful candidates. Should such amendment beexercised, a candidate’s final score and placement on the eligible list wouldbe based upon the completed test phase(s).
Candidatesmust achieve a passing score on the oral examination to qualify for theeligible list.
BENEFITS: UNIT 1Classification – International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE(Local 39)
2% SalaryIncrease, effective December 30, 2024
HEALTHINSURANCE:The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and visionfor employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLESPENDING ACCOUNT:IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERREDCOMPENSATION: Voluntary457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATIONLEAVE:Accrue 8-14.66 hours per month.
SICKLEAVE:Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observedannual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
SHORTTERM DISABILITY: Providedthrough California SDI program.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $50 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENTARRANGEMENT: To reimburseretirement medical insurance. RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems,one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public Californiasystems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employeesdo not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee todeposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the RetirementSystem while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefitsincludes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, andalternative distribution options.
Additional informationregarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICANTS MUSTCOMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASEVISIT WWW.FRESNO.GOV/JOBS TO APPLY. Forinformation on how to complete an on-line application, please view”Instruction Guide” on the City’s website, Personnel Services CareerOpportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of acompleted employment application.
ALL CORRESPONDENCEregarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge suchunderstanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail addressbefore you submit your application.
It is an applicant’s responsibility to checktheir email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication fromthe Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automaticallygenerated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. Thee-mail is the only proof of submittal. It is an applicant’s responsibility tocheck their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from theCity of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of
Fresno may be directedto the “junk mail” or “spam” folders. It is the applicant’sresponsibility
to check these foldersas well.
Applications must besubmitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted forany reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITYEMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.
HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO OUR ONLINE APPLICATION:
1. Your document must first be scannedand saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the “document name”)
2. Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line
3. Enter the same Login Information(Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applyingto
4. Under the section “My Career Tools”(located towards the top of the page), Select “CoverLetters & Attachments”, and then “AddAttachments” towards the bottom
5. For Attachment Type, choose the mostappropriate option (i.e. “DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214”)
a. If you do not see an appropriatechoice, you may use “Reference Attachments”.Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description
6. Then Select “Add Attachment” and hit the “Browse”button to locate your attachment
7. Once you have selected yourattachment, select “Open”, hit “Upload” and then “Save &Return”
8. After you confirm your attachmenthas been uploaded, then proceed to fill out your online application.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Qualified veterans who pass the examination may obtain five (5)additional points.
Candidates applying for veteran’s preference are required to submit acopy of their DD214 with
their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must bepresented to indicate that
the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service.Veterans, including City
employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examinationfor which veteran’s
preference credit is requested.
EOE
The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need aspecial
accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact thePersonnel Service
Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.
