Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Introduction

THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended.

REQUIRED: At the time of application, applicants must provide documentation in the form of a California driving record showing one of the following with no moving violations for the past eighteen (18) months.

• A valid State of California Class “A” Commercial Driver’s Permit,

OR

• The current status of a State of California Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with all required endorsements (except Hazardous Materials).

MUST BE ATTACHED: Official DMV driver license history report showing a clean driving record for the last eighteen months. Please note all attachments must be submitted under the RESUME tab which can only accept one (1) file. Applicants cannot make modifications to their applications once they have been submitted.

Failure to submit the Application or DMV history report showing Class A Commercial Driver's Permit or License with endorsements will result in disqualification .

Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing.

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.

DESCRIPTION

THE AGENCY

The mission of Public Works is to enhance the quality of life for the people of Alameda County by providing a safe, well-maintained, and lasting public works infrastructure through accessible, responsive and effective services. Public services provided by the Alameda County Public Works Agency include flood control planning and design, storm water pollution control, transportation planning and design, roadway and flood control maintenance and inspection, and construction and building inspections.

The goals of the Agency are to keep roads safe and well maintained, provide the highest level of flood protection, provide service levels that optimize infrastructure life cycles, minimize deferred maintenance, ensure that development and construction adhere to applicable State and County rules, optimize disaster preparedness, response and recover, ensure that the Agency’s operations and services minimize negative impacts on the environment, and sustain and advance County and Agency programs through a vital business and administrative support system.

For more information about the Alameda County Public Works Agency, please visit their website at www.acgov.org/pwa.

THE POSITION

Under the general direction of the Public Works Fleet Supervisor, Heavy Equipment Mechanics inspect, service, maintain and repair passenger vehicles, gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment, trucks, and buses; and perform related work as required.

This is the journey-level class in the Heavy Equipment Mechanics series. This class is distinguished from the next higher classification of Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic in that the Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic has the responsibility for assigning and reviewing the work of Heavy Equipment Mechanics and Helpers. This class is distinguished from the next lower class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic Helper in that the lower-level class does not normally work independently and is typically under close supervision; Heavy Equipment Mechanics do work independently and under general supervision.

For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Heavy Equipment Mechanic (#9465)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

TO QUALIFY FOR THE COMPETITIVE ASSESSMENT PROCESS, YOU MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BY FULFILLING ONE OF THE PATTERNS LISTED BELOW (I-II).

Education: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency certificate, such as the General Educational Development Certificate (State of California).

And

Either I

The equivalent of two years of full-time experience in the class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic Helper in the Alameda County classified service.

Or II
Education and Training (one of the following):

1. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the Heavy Equipment/Truck repair trade, including but not limited to the programs offered by various union organizations such as the International Union of Operating Engineers, as well as by educational institutions and major heavy equipment and truck manufacturers. The program will include a minimum of 8,000 hours of classroom and on-the-job training. A certificate of completion is required.

2. Possession of an Associate of Arts Degree in Automotive, Diesel or Industrial Technology.

AND

Experience: The equivalent of three years of full-time, paid, journey-level experience in the repair of heavy construction, farm, or similar equipment. (An additional two years of journey-level experience may be substituted for the education requirement.)

Welding and metal fabrication experience is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid State of California Class “A” Commercial Driver’s permit with no moving violations for the past eighteen (18) months.
• Acquisition and maintenance of a valid State of California Class “A” Commercial Driver’s license with all endorsements (except Hazardous Materials) within 120 days of employment.
• Candidate must submit evidence from DMV showing either their State of California Class “A” Commercial Driver’s permit, or the current status of their State of California Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with all endorsements (except Hazardous Materials) at the time of application.
• Acquisition of an OSHA-recognized Forklift Operator Certificate within 180 days of employment.
• National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification is highly desirable, but not required.

Special Requirement:

• Federal law and County policy requires that positions in the class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.
• Possession of a set of common automotive hand tools typically used in the maintenance and repair of automotive and heavy equipment. This will include, but not be limited to: screwdrivers, “Torx” drivers, hex keys, various types of pliers, wire cutter/stripper, standard and metric combination wrenches from 5/16” - 1-1/4” (8mm - 32mm), ¼”, 3/8” and ½” drive standard and metric socket sets, ½” drive standard and metric impact socket sets, pneumatic tools (such as impact wrenches and air ratchets), brake service tools, file set, air blow gun, inspection mirror, magnetic pickup tool, hacksaw, hammers, scrapers, picks, punches, chisels and pry bars. Incumbents will provide their own tool storage in the form of a lockable “roll-around” tool cabinet.

Working Conditions:

• Incumbents are subject to 24-hour call out and must actively participate in the program.
• Work is performed primarily indoors in a shop environment. Incumbents may occasionally be required to work outdoors, in all weather conditions.
• Work involves exposure to machinery and equipment, traffic hazards, fumes, dusts, grease, allergens, chemical irritants, toxic or caustic substances, high temperatures, hot surfaces, electrical hazards, unpleasant odors, and high noise levels.
• Incumbents may be required to work on uneven surfaces, to climb ladders, and work from heights. The work requires standing for long periods, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, lifting and pushing heavy objects, and working overhead.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies:

Knowledge of:
• Methods, tools, equipment and materials commonly used in the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment, trucks and passenger vehicles.
• Safety and environmental practices and procedures used and observed in a heavy equipment repair facility.
• Hydraulic and compressed air brakes and controls, diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, differentials, clutch assemblies, steering and suspension systems, ignition and electrical systems, hydraulic systems, fuel and cooling systems, air conditioning systems, and other components and systems found in modern vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Welding and metal fabrication methods and equipment.
• Automotive and heavy equipment nomenclature.

Ability to:
• Mentor and train Heavy Equipment Mechanic Helpers.
• Utilize the hand tools listed in the “Special Requirements” section above, as well as common power tools and specialty tools used in the maintenance and repair of automotive and heavy equipment. This will include, but not be limited to: impact wrenches, air ratchets, power drills, grinders and sanders, drill presses, tap and die sets, hydraulic and air brake service tools, torque wrenches, pullers, presses and bushing drivers.
• Operate shop equipment and machine tools such as pedestal grinders, power hacksaws, drill presses, brake lathes, battery and charging system testers, emission analyzers, welding equipment, and other common automotive shop equipment.
• Utilize personal computer (PC) systems.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and other equipment to quickly and accurately diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic failures in vehicles and equipment. This will include, but not be limited to: battery testers, multi-meters, scan tools, and PC-based diagnostic applications.
• Maintain computerized and paper records, while providing concise written descriptions of work performed.
• Read and interpret service manuals and other technical information.
• Work effectively with others.
• Lift and carry weights of up to 45 pounds.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include standing for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Communicate with others, and follow verbal and written directions.
• Make sound decisions.

EXAMINATION COMPONENTS

THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS:

A review of applicants' application and DMV records to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A performance component that will be weighted at 100% of the final examination score.

Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS.

Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work.

For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs.

RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN

Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance.

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency:

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00:00 p.m., Friday, March 27, 2026 Review of Applications and DMVPO for Minimum Qualifications: March 30, 2026 Notification to Applicants: April 2, 2026 Civil Service Performance Examination: * Week April 20, 2026 Notification of Exam Results: 2-3 weeks after exam TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Department Selection Process: Late-May 2026

*The combined performance examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. Candidates selected to participate in the oral exam will receive an email notification at least 10 business days in advance of the exam date.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN.

Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes.

For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, Reasonable Accommodation | HRS.

BENEFITS

The County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall wellbeing. These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

• Medical - HMO & PPO Plans
• Dental - HMO & PPO Plans
• Vision or Vision Reimbursement
• Share the Savings
• Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• County Allowance Credit
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

• 12 paid holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Vacation purchase program
• Catastrophic Sick Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Guaranteed Ride Home
• Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
• Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
• Child Care Resources
• 1 st United Services Credit Union

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

Conclusion

All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org, @jobaps.com, acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page.

Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment.

NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com and Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied.

Erika Beams, Human Resources Analyst
Human Resource Services Division, County of Alameda
Analyst Email Address Link: Erika.Beams@acgov.org
www.acgov.org/hrs

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.

Closing Date/Time: 3/27/2026 5:00:00 PM

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