Salary: $44.87 - $53.97 Hourly
Location : 915 8th St., Kirkland WA 98033, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:Location: Public Works - Maint. Center Fleet Crew
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: TEAM
Job Summary **The City of Kirkland's Public Works Department is looking to hire one full-time for either the Emergency Vehicle Technician or Mechanic II position. Please reference both job postings and apply to the position that best matches your experience and qualifications.**We welcome candidates from a variety of mechanical backgrounds, including automotive, heavy-duty truck, and equipment, diesel, fleet, and other related mechanical fields, and encourage applicants with transferable skills to apply. Job SummaryThe role of the Emergency Vehicle Technician is to provide safe, reliable, timely, and productive vehicles and work equipment to the staff of all City Departments. Must have knowledge of and ability to work with all fleet vehicle technologies, including diesel, hybrid, propane, and electric. Must be able to perform in an independent setting and as a coordinated Fleet Team of professionals to provide superior customer service to all customers.
Responsible for achieving a high level of mechanical operational readiness of a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment through upfitting, maintenance, and repair of emergency response, construction-type, and staff vehicles. Will have primary responsibility for the Department's fleet inventory. Will be called upon to assist, back-up, or work independently in other departments in accordance with workload levels. Diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment includes, but is not limited to, fire, police patrol, prisoner transport, special response, motorcycles, dump trucks, street sweepers, educator trucks, man lift trucks, paving equipment, custom trucks, backhoes, excavators, hybrids, dedicated propane vans/trucks, scooters, wide-area mowers, riding mowers, snow removal equipment, and staff passenger vehicles.
Distinguishing Characteristics: The Emergency Vehicle Technician works closely with the Mechanic job series, specializing in the maintenance and repairs of emergency vehicles.
Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs preventive maintenance on City vehicles and equipment, including lube and oil, brakes, filters, hoses, batteries, emission testing and other systems to protect the assets to ensure safety and reliability.
- Performs all possible repairs and maintenance of City vehicles and equipment subject to priority of needs, staff availability and cost.
- Upfits new and existing vehicles and associated equipment with such things as tool boxes, racks and emergency lighting, radio and mobile computer mounting to meet City needs.
- Performs safety checks and inspections on City vehicles and equipment; adjusts, repairs, and replaces parts as necessary; ensures vehicles meet state and local standards for public transportation and safety compliance.
- Operates a variety of equipment and machinery.
- Determines the need for outside assistance in major repairs, seeking approval as necessary.
- Maintains accurate records of maintenance, brake inspections, tires, oil changes, battery changes and tune-ups, and replaced parts.
- Prepares vehicles for auction and salvage of surplus equipment.
- Assists in establishing and maintaining a preventative maintenance program and schedule.
- Maintains shop area, equipment, and tools in a safe, clean and orderly manner.
- Operates common software programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases and maintenance management systems.
- Assist in maintaining the shop parts inventory.
- Fosters a positive and supportive work environment; promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace, contributing to an environment of respectful living and working in a multicultural society.
Peripheral Duties:- Performs functions as assigned in the City's emergency response plan in the event of an emergency. Be available for emergency response and alternate schedule or after-hours responsibilities.
- Maintains excellent communications with customers across all departments and organizational levels to include e-mail, phone, and face-to-face contact.
- Assists in identifying and selecting outside vendors as required.
- Utilizes a work order system to maintain accurate vehicle cost, and history by vehicle. Utilizes a computerized fleet equipment management system.
- All other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of gas and diesel-powered trucks and heavy equipment, electrical installation and charging, hydraulics, braking systems (including air brakes), lighting installation, transmissions, and pumps.
- Ability to troubleshoot and accurately diagnose mechanical and complex electrical repairs, including the use of a variety of hand and fixed power tools and equipment.
- Ability to weld, fabricate, and modify equipment.
- Good customer service and communications skills.
- Basic familiarity with PC-based applications and operating systems.
- Ability to lift 20-50 pounds.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:- Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Experience: 4 years journey-level experience in the repair and maintenance of automobiles, heavy trucks, gas and diesel engines, and electrical systems.
- Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.
Licenses and Other Requirements:- Must have a valid Washington State Driver's license and ability to remain insurable under the City's insurance to operate motor vehicles.
- Possess and maintain current Combination Driver's License (Class A) with tanker endorsement.
- Must possess and maintain a valid certification as an EVCC Emergency Vehicle Technician.
- Upon hire, must provide own tool kit consisting of standard and metric, open-end and socket wrenches. Open-end wrenches must be standard size 1/4" through 1-1/4", metric size 6 mm through 22 mm. Socket sets 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" drive, standard size 1/4" through 1-1/4", metric size 6 mm through 22 mm. Various pliers, screwdrivers and other hand tools required to perform the essential function of the job must be part of the kit.
Other Physical Demands and Working Environment: Primarily performs repairs and maintenance in a service bay with occasional service calls to roadside or fire stations to perform minor repairs, or occasional work in the field during inclement weather. Hazards might include exposure to combustible and poisonous fumes; burns from hot surfaces, welding arc and acid; high noise from tools and vehicles; high pressure hydraulic or water or lines and hoses; and slipping on oily surfaces.
Position requires a resume and cover letter for consideration of application. Please note how you meet minimum qualifications within the cover letter. Applicants who are selected for next steps in the hiring process will be invited by phone or e-mail. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest possible date as screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions will be made through the recruitment period, until such time as the vacancy is filled.
This position includes a health insurance benefit package with 100% City-paid premiums for 1.0 FTE (medical/dental/vision for employee and dependents). Premium is prorated for less than 1.0 FTE positions with cost shared between City and the employee.
Participation in the Public Employees Retirement System is mandatory for all eligible positions.
Other employment benefits include:
- 401b Municipal Employee Benefits Trust (MEBT) with 6.2% City matching contribution
- Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA dollars with City contribution (City contribution depending on employee elected medical plan)
- Voluntary Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- City paid Life Insurance
- City paid Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- Paid vacation (starts with 13 days first year may be prorated for part-time positions)
- Annual 12 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
- Paid sick leave accruals (benefit may vary based on applicable bargaining unit)
- Paid Management Leave for select leadership positions
Perks include:
- Alternative work schedules
- Free EV charging at Level 2 and 3 chargers
- Free ORCA card for public transit
- Access to onsite fitness center and secure bike storage at City Hall
- Free employee parking
- Childcare programs with discounted tuition rates
- Wellness and transportation incentives
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