Mechanic - Maintenance & Operation

Mechanic - Maintenance & Operation

Salary

$88,851.12 - $104,064.24 Annually

Location

M & O Services: 1305 C St. SW, Auburn, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Public Works

Division

Equipment Rental

Opening Date

11/13/2026

Closing Date

11/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

TMSR

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Position Details

The City of Auburn Public Works department is looking for a talented Mechanic to add to our team!This position requires skilled work in the repair and maintenance of automotive and specialized maintenance equipment including both gas and diesel engines, performing in-depth diagnostics using scan tools and or laptops to efficiently and effectively repair a variety of systems to include fuel injection, diesel exhaust fluid systems, tire pressure monitor systems, supplemental restraint systems, anti-lock brake systems, as well as the welding of broken parts and fabrication of new parts as required.

Note: All required tools will be provided by the City to complete all job functions and required trainings will be paid by the City.

Primary Duties

Primary Duties

• Troubleshoots equipment or system failures and assures proper corrective actions are implemented.
• Diagnoses malfunctions on gas and/or diesel engines, heavy and specialized equipment, pumps, generators, and other equipment; makes repairs by adjusting or replacing parts such as tires, belts, axles, hydraulic cylinders, carburetor, electrical wiring, starters, etc.
• Performs tune-ups, oil changes, and emission control repairs; adjusts brakes; lubricates vehicles; performs electronic tune-ups.
• Observes, compares, and monitors objects and data to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards.
• Makes emergency repairs in the field or in the shop on equipment such as backhoes, graders, automobiles, dump trucks, pumps, and generators.
• Compiles and maintains permanent records using both computerized and manual systems.
• Works effectively under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
• Works courteously and effectively with public officials, citizens, contractors, vendors, supervisor, and other employees, both in person and over the telephone; assists them with a wide variety of information pertaining to City and department.

While these duties may be a primary focus of this job, the full job description includes a more comprehensive list of responsibilities. Click Here to review the class specification.

Minimum Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who have:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, supplemented by automotive repair courses at the vocational school level AND two years related work experience

OR

• a combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.

AND

• Possesses and retains valid state drivers license without impending loss at time of appointment.
• Valid Washington State Commercial Drivers License or must obtain one within twelve months as a condition of employment which is paid by the City.
• Valid and current ASE certification in the following areas: Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, and Engine Performance OR must obtain within twelve months, or whenever the next test is scheduled, whichever is later (and keep current thereafter), as a condition of employment.
• This position will be required to be fingerprinted and complete the CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Security Certification Test to be allowed to view sensitive information and have unescorted access while at the Police Department (per Washington State Patrol ACCESS unit).

Additional Information

Why choose the City of Auburn?

• 9/80 work schedules, allowing work-life balance
• Competitive salary with scheduled step increases on an annual basis
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City
• Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plans
• 12 days of paid vacation per year
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• Front-loaded WA Paid Sick Leave with additional sick leave accruals each pay period
• 2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year
• VEBA (tax-free health savings account)
• Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan
• Deferred Compensation plan options
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• and more!

For more information about what benefits the City provides, please visit:

https://www.auburnwa.gov/city_hall/employment_human_resources/benefits

About the City of Auburn

The City of Auburn was incorporated in 1891 and has since bloomed into a perfect place to live, visit, explore, and play. With over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and two counties, Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents, and hundreds of businesses - ranging from manufacturing to retail.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit:

https://www.auburnwa.gov/city_hall/mayor/inclusive_auburn

READY TO APPLY?

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement or humanresources@auburnwa.gov.

Selection procedure:

The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all. In alignment with that goal, the City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the initial screening of applications. For that reason, hiring managers will not be viewing any attachments to your application, including a cover letter or resume, during the initial screening.

Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application, and thoroughly answer the supplemental questions prior to the submission deadline! You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process.

Communication from the City of Auburn:

We primarily communicate via email during the recruitment process. Emails from auburnwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

Contact information:

If you have any questions, please contact Stacey Fullwiler, HR Coordinator, by email at sfullwiler@auburnwa.gov, or by phone at 253-288-3130.

Please visit our Employee Benefits webpage for details:

https://auburn.attract.neogov.com/p/benefits

01

Please indicate your highest level of education.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some college but no degree
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree or higher

02

Please indicate how many years of related full-time work experience you have:

• Less than 2 years
• 2 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

03

Do you have your Class A - commercial drivers license (CDL)?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid drivers license, without impending risk of loss?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a valid and current ASE certification?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid and current ASE Master Tech Certification?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have any Ford or Chevrolet vehicle repair certifications?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you a current or former Ford Certified Fleet Service technician?

• Yes
• No

09

Please list any on-the-job training, workshops, or college/vocational level courses taken which would be helpful in this position. If none, write N/A.

10

Please indicate your skill level in each of the following areas. -Backhoe

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

11

Class 8 Dump Trucks

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

12

Tractor

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

13

Other (please list). If none, write N/A.

14

Operating shop equipment: -Tire changer

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

15

Engine diagnostic equipment

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

16

Digital Voltage Meter

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

17

Engine repair/diagnostic experience: Diesel

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

18

Gas

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

19

Maintenance on hydraulic systems

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

20

Maintenance on air conditioning systems

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

21

Maintenance on electrical systems

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

22

Maintenance on brake systems

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

23

Maintenance on suspension systems

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

24

Gas and Diesel Emission Systems

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

25

Maintenance on public safety vehicles (Police)

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

26

Upfitting vehicles with after market accessories

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

Required Question

Employer City of Auburn

Address 25 West Main Street

Auburn, Washington, 98001

Phone 253-931-3040

Website http://www.auburnwa.gov