What are the responsibilities and job description for the MECHANIC II (HEAVY) position at City of Stockton?
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: Week of August 9, 2026 (candidates must appear in person for the examination)
Are you passionate about keeping engines running and equipment in top shape?
Why Join Us?
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.
These lists may be used to fill future vacancies.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a medical examination to include drug screen and back evaluation and a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
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 a written, oral, and/or practical 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.
NOTES:
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.
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: Week of August 9, 2026 (candidates must appear in person for the examination)
Are you passionate about keeping engines running and equipment in top shape?
The City of Stockton’s Fleet Division, Public Works Department is looking for skilled and dedicated professionals to join our team as Fleet Mechanics – Mechanic II (Heavy).
In this journey-level role, you’ll put your expertise to work maintaining and repairing a wide range of vehicles and equipment — from everyday service vehicles to heavy-duty construction and maintenance equipment that keeps our city running.
Why Join Us?
Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a 9/80 schedule:
Monday–Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Every other Friday off!
Competitive Salary & Benefits – Includes medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Professional Growth – Opportunities for training, certification, and career advancement.
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.
These lists may be used to fill future vacancies.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a medical examination to include drug screen and back evaluation and a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.
This is a skilled, journey-level class capable of diagnosing, maintaining, installing, modifying, and repairing all heavy-duty construction and maintenance vehicles and equipment with minimal supervision. This class is distinguished from Mechanic III (Heavy), in which incumbents act as lead employees over a group that may include Mechanics I and/or II (Heavy). This class is distinguished from the Light Equipment Mechanic class series in that it requires a valid Class A California drivers license, works on equipment that may include air brakes or complex hydraulic systems, and performs work that requires welding and fabrication. Assignments may also include Fire apparatus.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
- Diagnoses, troubleshoots, inspects, and repairs heavy-duty construction and maintenance vehicle and equipment systems and subsystems. 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
- 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.
- Performs welding and fabrication work.
- Utilizes personal computers to download manufacturers' recommended software and searches the Internet for sources related to the work.
- Completes a variety of reports related to the work.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
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 heavy duty truck/equipment repair,
or
Four (4) years of experience at a heavy duty truck/equipment repair shop, at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I,
or
Successful completion of a heavy duty truck/equipment program at an accredited college automotive program or trade school and two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I class.
Other Requirements:
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 heavy duty truck/equipment repair,
or
Four (4) years of experience at a heavy duty truck/equipment repair shop, at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I,
or
Successful completion of a heavy duty truck/equipment program at an accredited college automotive program or trade school and two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Mechanic I class.
Other Requirements:
- Must obtain a valid California Class A driver's license and adhere to DOT regulations by the end of the probationary period as a condition of continuing employment.
- 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 and complex hydraulic systems, welding, and fabrication;
- Structural design and metallurgy relating to the repair, modification, installation, and fabrication needs of vehicles and equipment;
- Simple and complex automotive diagnostic equipment;
- Hand, power, and shop tools and electrical/electronic instruments (such as diagnostic scopes, gas analyzers, dynamometers, and multimeters) commonly used in the trade;
- Shop mathematics;
- Personal computers and the Internet; and
- Safe work practices, methods, and regulations pertaining to the repair of fleet vehicles and equipment.
Skill in:
- Diagnosing, maintaining, installing, modifying, and repairing a wide variety of gasoline, diesel, and or alternatively fueled vehicles and related equipment used by City departments;
- Operating a variety of hand, power, and shop tools and electrical/electronic instruments;
- Installing electrical and electronic systems;
- Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, and drawings
- Understanding and applying shop mathematics;
- Using the Internet as an information resource;
- Preparing a variety of reports related to the job;
- Exercising sound, independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines;
- Understanding and following written and oral instructions;
- 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; and
- Performing related work as assigned.
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 a written, oral, and/or practical 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.
NOTES:
- 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.
- Notices and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is received.
- NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails 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.
Salary : $65,815 - $80,426