Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic

As a Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic at the City of Portland no day is ever the same. These positions perform journey-level mechanical and electrical repairs & overhauls on a wide variety of vehicles/equipment supporting all City Bureaus. Work varies from diagnosing and repairing diesel engines transmissions heating & air conditioning to aerial lifts. Our teams are proud to communicate effectively and foster positive relationships. We are committed to work hard but always ensure that safety is the primary focus.

This classification is utilized in both the Bureau of Fleet and Facilities as well as Portland Fire & Rescue. The eligible list from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in both bureaus.

** This is an essential classification which is expected to report to work during inclement weather and other situations where the Mayor shuts down the city to all employees except essential.**

Current Vacancies
Bureau of Fleet and Facilities:The City of Portland CityFleet Division maintains over 4000 unique vehicles and equipment that are city owned as well as equipment owned by outside agencies. The vehicles and equipment range from motorcycles to heavy class 8 trucks and off-road equipment. CityFleet also provides a unique opportunity for technicians to work on alternative fueled vehicles including electric hybrid and renewable compressed natural gas. These positions will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairs with a focus on providing safe reliable affordable and compliant equipment to City maintenance and operational bureaus.

AA degree in Automotive or Diesel technology or related fields including specialty certifications is preferred. Premiums paid for ASE Master Certificate and alternative shifts

Portland Fire & Rescue: PF&R anticipates having open positions and may utilize this recruitments eligible list.

• This position performs journey level work on a wide variety of specialty rescue/ emergency equipment and systems with focus being on heavy truck chassis maintenance troubleshooting and repair.
• Applicants should be familiar with methods materials equipment and tools used in routine welding and fabrication work.
• The incumbent must be available to work a rotating on-call assignment to provide 24-7 afterhours repair service to the Fire Bureau and have the flexibility to report to work without delay in the event of an emergency.
• Applicants that are successful and do not hold ASE or EVT certification are strongly urged to obtain these certifications. There is a pay incentive for individuals with these certifications.
• Prior fire apparatus repair experience ASE certifications or EVT certification is preferred but not required.
  

• Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education training and/or experience and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the To Qualify section of this announcement.
• Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
• Do not attach materials not requested.
• All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• All applications must be submitted via the Citys online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• You can use AI tools to assist with your job application but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting; instead use AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.

Step 3: Minimum Qualification Evaluation Phase 2:Work Skills Demonstration

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.