MECHANIC II (Light)

DEFINITION

OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY

Future Salary Increases

Effective 7/1/2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment

Future Incentives

Employee employed as of 7/1/2025 will receive $2,000 lump sum

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

TENATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: Week of April 24, 2025 (candidates may be required to appear in person for the examination).

The City of Stockton is seeking to fill two (2) Mechanic II (Light) vacancies . Under general supervision, this is a journey-level position in the Fleet section of the Public Works Department that maintains and repairs a wide variety of vehicles. As a Mechanic II (Light), you'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide variety of vehicles, including sedans, light and medium trucks. You’ll bring your expertise to the table, ensuring the fleet stays in top shape and runs smoothly for the City’s public works operations. The ideal candidate will be experienced in reading and interpreting vehicle schematics and wiring diagrams, with a solid foundation in general vehicle repair.

If you have experience working on hybrid and fully electric vehicles—we’d love to see that on your application!

This journey-level position offers a great opportunity to make an impact while working in a rewarding and hands-on role. If you're ready to put your mechanical skills to work and contribute to the city's mission, apply today!

The incumbent will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Fridays, with every other Friday off. The incumbent in this position must be able and willing to work evening, night and/or weekend shifts if needed.

Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by Operating Engineers' Local 3 Trades and Maintenance Unit (Classified/Represented).

This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full-time City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list or a combination of both.

This list may be used to fill future vacancies.

Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting and a medical examination which includes a back evaluation.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a skilled, journey-level class capable of diagnosing, maintaining, installing, modifying, and repairing all automotive and light truck equipment, including simple hydraulic systems, with minimal supervision. It is distinguished from Mechanic III (Light), in which incumbents act as lead employees over a group that may include Mechanics I and/or II (Light). This class is distinguished from the Heavy Equipment Mechanic class series in that the Light Equipment Mechanic series does not require a Class A California driver’s license and does not work on vehicles that may have air brakes and/or require extensive welding and fabrication skills.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, inspects, and repairs automotive and light truck systems and subsystems, including simple hydraulic systems. The majority of the work (approximately 80%) relates to preventative maintenance inspection in the following areas:
• Engine repair
• Automatic transmission/transaxle
• Manual drive train and axles
• Suspension and steering
• Brakes
• Electrical/electronic systems
• Heating and air conditioning
• Engine performance and driveability
• Installs, modifies, and repairs a wide variety of gasoline, alternatively fueled, and diesel-powered vehicles and related equipment used by City departments.
• Reads and interprets schematics, shop manuals, and plans in performing work assignments.
• Operates a variety of hand, power, and shop tools.
• Operates and maintains a variety of electrical/electronic instruments and diagnostic equipment, including diagnostic scopes, gas analyzers, dynamometers, and multimeters.
• Utilizes personal computers to download manufacturers’ recommended software and searches the Internet for resources related to the work.
• Completes a variety of written reports related to the work.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

Education/Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or GED AND one of the following:

Four (4) years of experience with the City of Stockton as a Mechanic I,

OR

Successful completion of a recognized four-year apprenticeship program in automotive repair,

OR

Four (4) years of experience at an automotive repair shop, at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I,

OR

Successful completion of an accredited college automotive program or trade school program and two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I class.

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license.
• Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including sufficient strength and stamina to lift and remove or install parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able and willing to work evening, night, and/or weekend shifts.
  
  

Knowledge Of

• Methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in maintaining and repairing a wide variety of motorized vehicles and equipment and their related systems and components, including simple hydraulic systems;
• Simple and complex automotive diagnostic equipment;
• Hand, power, and shop tools and electrical/electronic instruments (such as diagnostic scopes, gas analyzers, dynamometers, multimeters, etc.) commonly used in the trade;
• Shop mathematics;
• Personal computers and the Internet;
• Occupational hazards and safe work practices, methods, and regulations relating to the repair of fleet vehicles and equipment.
  
  

Skill In

• Diagnosing, maintaining, installing, modifying, and repairing a wide variety of small gasoline, alternatively fueled, and diesel-powered vehicles and related equipment used by City departments;
• Operating and maintaining a variety of hand and power tools and electrical/electronic instruments (such as diagnostic equipment, etc.);
• Using the Internet as an information resource;
• Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, and drawings;
• Understanding and applying shop mathematics;
• Understanding and following written and oral instructions; Exercising independent judgment and initiative without close supervision;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work;
• Working both independently and within a group to deliver products that may require both environments to complete.
  
  

The Examination

Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include an oral or a written examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.

ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.

The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.

Note

• After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing.
• Notification and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicants responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received.
• NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the email address you placed on your application. Some email accounts have been known to place these emails in the spam/junk file. Please check your email folders or accept emails ending with neogov.com.
  
  

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq,. all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

BARGAINING UNIT: OPERATING ENGINEERS' LOCAL 3 - TRADES & MAINTENANCE

NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect, click here to view a link to the "Trades and Maintenance Unit" contract.

01

The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the application process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.

• I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.
  
  

02

This position requires you possess a high school diploma or GED. Note: a "No" response will result in the rejection of your application. Do you understand and possess the required diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you possess, or are you able to obtain prior to appointment, a valid California driver license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for Mechanic II (Light) by selecting one of the choices below:

• Pattern I: Four (4) years of experience with the City of Stockton as a Mechanic I.
• Pattern II: Successful completion of a recognized four-year apprenticeship program in automotive repair.
• Pattern III: Four (4) years of experience at an automotive repair shop, at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I class.
• Pattern IV: Successful completion of an accredited college automotive program or trade school program AND two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I class.
• I do not meet the minimum requirements of the Mechanic II class.
  
  

05

If you meet the qualifications based on Pattern II or IV, you must submit verification of successful completion from a recognized four (4) year automotive repair apprenticeship program, accredited college automotive program or trade school program. Verification must be received no later than the final filling deadline.

Failure to submit the verification will result in the rejection of your application. Please select the method in which you will submit your required documents.

• Scan and attach to online application (preferred method); or
• Email to recruitment@stocktonca.gov. Type "Mechanic II (Light)" in the subject line of your email.
• I am not qualifying under Pattern II or Pattern IV.
  
  

06

Candidates must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including sufficient strength and stamina to lift and remove or install parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Do you understand and meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Candidates must be able and willing to work evening, night, and/or weekend shifts. Do you understand and agree to this requirement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

Please describe in detail your automotive repair work experience that qualifies you for this position. Include the employer name, dates of service and your title. If none, enter N/A.

09

Please list any automotive or technical certifications you currently possess that are relevant to the Mechanic II job. Include the name of the agency that issued the certification, as well as the issue and expiration dates (if applicable). If none, please type 'N/A' in the box below.

• Required Question