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- Description
Join our team as a skilled Equipment Mechanic II! Under general supervision, you will maintain and repair a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment; and perform related duties as required.
We are accepting applications to fill two (2) full time Equipment Mechanic II vacancies in the Resource Recovery & Waste Management Division (RRWMD) of the Public Works Department in Santa Barbara, at the South Coast Recycling Transfer Station and at the Tajiguas Landfill.
NOTE: The County may provide reimbursement for reasonable relocation expenses, and, at the discretion of the CEO, can provide flexible relocation assistance, housing and student loan offsets, cash incentives, and/or vacation and sick leave pre-accruals in the interest of attracting the best talent to the organization.
Although the incumbent will be assigned a home base location, the position may require regular travel throughout the County. Candidates should be available to travel for the position based on the needs of the department.
The Resource Recovery and Waste Management Division will provide the necessary equipment tools and required training to be successful at the position.
We are also accepting applications to establish employment lists for future Full-Time, Part-Time, Civil Service Rule 1414* and Extra-Help Equipment Mechanic vacancies at All Locations.
CSR 1414*: Position vacated as a leave of absence (CSR 1414) and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on a leave. A person appointed to the position under CSR 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW- Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment.
- Holidays: 13 days per year.
- Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave per year. Unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement.
- Health Plan: Choice of medical and dental plans (with vision care). County contributes toward the employee's premium.
- On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria: Provides ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age 15.
- Retirement reciprocity
- Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate
- ASE Certification
- Experienced journeyman-level truck/equipment mechanic
- Ability to be dependable, self-motivated, and take initiative
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Strong work ethic and demonstrate honest behavior
- Proficient computer skills
- Foundational welding knowledge
- Examples of Duties
Diagnoses a range of complex equipment problems; disassembles and overhauls motors; repairs transmissions, differentials, distributors, fuel pumps, steering gear, starters, and universal joints; fabricates and alters special construction equipment; may maintain inventory and stock of spare parts; trains and assigns work to subordinates.
- Employment Standards
- Three years of skilled experience in repairing motor vehicles or heavy equipment, including two years of experience repairing diesel-powered heavy equipment; OR,
- Three years of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Equipment Mechanic I or Automotive Mechanic I with Santa Barbara County; OR,
- A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License upon appointment. Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's License within three months of appointment.
Note - A California Class A Commercial Driver's license must be kept valid and maintained as a condition of continued employment.
Once an incumbent has obtained the Class A license, they will be subject to mandatory testing for drugs prior to being assigned work requiring such a license; once assigned, incumbents will be subject to mandatory testing for drugs and/or alcohol on a random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up basis.
Knowledge of: principles and practices of repair and preventive maintenance of motor vehicles and light and heavy construction equipment; tools and equipment used in making mechanical repairs; gas and arc welding; safe work practices.
Ability to: organize and schedule work; instruct others in repair methods and equipment; follow instructions; keep records; learn electronic diagnostic methods and equipment; learn to use an automated recordkeeping system; use a computer keyboard.- Supplemental Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Incumbents in this class perform most work outdoors, may be required to work in awkward positions, and may be exposed to hazards such as diesel exhaust.
SELECTION PROCESS:- Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
- Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking. Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified applicants. Do not enter "see resume" or "see application" when responding to supplemental questions as raters will not have access to any information except what you enter in the box for each required supplemental question. Although you may have some of this information on your application, you will need to answer the questions completely for this section.
Conditional Job Offer: Once on a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.
Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
The appointee must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of twelve (12) months.
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Statement of Commitment
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County's mission and to embody a culture of "One County, One Future." Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: May 7, 2024; at 4:59p.m. PST; postmarks not accepted. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at .
Chanel Turner, Employment Analyst -