Equipment Mechanic (20695539)

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Equipment Mechanic.

Under general supervision, performing skilled minor and major mechanical repairs to automotive and other power-driven equipment; and doing related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the daily operation of the maintenance shop and maintenance of City vehicles and Parks construction equipment. Incumbents perform skilled and semi-skilled repair and maintenance tasks and provide direction to work crews as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives general supervision from the Parks Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include, but are not limited to the following)

• Determines vehicles due for dealer repair and warranty service, and schedules such work.
• Performs equipment inspections, adjustments, and certifications.
• Overhauls, repairs, and adjusts engines, transmissions, differentials, and clutches.
• Tunes engines, replaces ignition parts, and cleans and adjusts carburetors.
• Replaces or repairs faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms, and related parts and equipment.
• Replaces such components as generators, distributors, relays, lights, and switches.
• Performs welding in the repair of equipment.
• Maintains accurate and efficient inventory of parts. Electronically updates and maintains accurate equipment asset inventory system.
• Maintains records of time and materials.
• Confers with departments regarding immediate repair needs and organizes future repair schedules.
• Maintains the shop in a clean, organized, safe, and orderly manner.
• Ensures compliance with shop safety rules and conducts safety meetings.
• Assumes responsibility of the garage in the absence of the supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Description URL:

https://www.burlingame.org/DocumentCenter/View/6415/Equipment-Mechanic-PDF

Ideal Candidate

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS (The following are a representative sample of the skills necessary to perform the duties of the position.)

Knowledge of: The principles and operation of two and four cycles internal combustion gasoline and diesel engines; the maintenance and repair requirements of automobile, street construction, and maintenance equipment; functions of automobile parts, garage supplies, and tools; proper usage of oils, greases, and lubricating devices; tune-ups and testing instruments; electrical principles, hydraulic, brake, and suspension system repair and maintenance; occupational hazards and standard safety practices; and operation of various types of shop equipment.

Ability to: Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical circuits, develop wiring circuits and build wiring harnesses for installation of new add-on safety equipment and accessories for in-service vehicles. This includes installation of hard-wired laptops, computers and two-way radio installation in emergency and Public Works vehicles. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot fuel systems, brakes (hydraulic air and ABS), differentials and hydraulic systems; remove, repair and replace major and minor engine component parts, perform tune-ups; perform arc and gas welding and fabricating of tools and equipment; use shop power and hand tools to perform vehicle repairs and adjustments; work safely and effectively under pressure during emergency situations.

Skills: Ability to safely and efficiently operate brake lathe, tire changer, wheel balancer, battery tester, air drills, electric drills, power and hand tools, arc welder, acetylene torch, and hydraulic lifts. Ability to use a laptop and software to help diagnose vehicles.

QUALIFICATIONS

License Possession of a valid Class C driver's license. M1 license is desirable but not mandatory.

Education & Experience Sufficient education and experience to perform the above duties safely and efficiently. Typically, this may be obtained through one year of journeyman level experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment, including some experience in heavy equipment. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification is desirable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The position requires work in confined spaces and off creeper; to lift up to ninety (90) pounds; work with hazardous materials used in vehicular and industrial equipment repair such as used motor oil, gasoline, solvents, related brake parts, coolants, and transmission fluids. The incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles, and the incumbents may be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, and often work with constant interruptions. The incumbent may be required to respond to after-hours emergency call-outs and perform routine standby duties.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Benefits

BENEFITS:

• Retirement: CalPERS 2.5% at 55 for Classic members and 2.0% at 62 for New members; Classic members contribute 1.5% of the City’s contribution to CalPERS retirement via payroll deduction on a pre-tax basis
• Health Insurance: Choice of CalPERS Medical plans. City pays up to 92.5% of medical premium of most medical plans
• City contribution to Retiree Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): 1% of salary
• Dental and Vision for employee and dependents
• Long-Term Disability Insurance plan pays 60% of monthly salary ($3,500 max)
• Term life insurance policy in the amount of $75,000
• Vacation leave of 10 days for the first 4 years and increases with years of service
• Fourteen paid holidays per year (includes 2 floating holidays)
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year
• Deferred Compensation: City contributes $45 per pay period matching contribution to a 457 plan
• Section 125 Flex Benefit: Un-reimbursed Medical and Child Care
• Transportation Incentive Program
• Reduced fee for City Recreation fitness classes
• Employee Assistance Program

Special Instructions

APPLICATION PROCESS
This recruitment will close on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application.

Unless otherwise specified, ALL CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA THE EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION.

SELECTION PROCESS

All applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. The department will invite the most qualified candidates to the oral panel interview examination. Candidates must receive a score of 70% or higher on the oral panel interview examination to be placed on the eligibility list. The list will remain in effect for at least one year unless exhausted sooner. A limited number of candidates from the eligibility list will be invited to a Department Interview. Depending upon the number of candidates, this process may be altered. The Director of Parks and Recreation will make the final recommendation for appointment.

Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. The City of Burlingame reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process.

The probationary period for a new employee is twelve (12) months.

The City of Burlingame is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Closing Date/Time: 1/23/2026 at 5pm or until 50 applicants

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