Senior Mechanic

Salary : $101,027.64 - $122,799.84 Annually
Location : City of Brentwood, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 09/30/2026
Closing Date: 10/21/2026 10:00 AM Pacific

Position Information
The City of Brentwood Fleet Division is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanic to lead daily shop operations and manage workflow for the City's fleet mechanic's shop. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and reliability of the City's entire fleet, from refuse trucks, hydro excavators, and street sweepers to light-duty vehicles and heavy equipment. Along with working on vehicles, you will be responsible for issuing work orders, assigning tasks, verifying repairs, and ensuring quality standards are met. Welding experience is a strong plus. If you have technical depth, leadership mindset, and commitment to public service, we encourage you to apply.
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What We Offer:
The City of Brentwood provides an engaging, collaborative, and cooperative work environment where you can team up with your peers and with the community to create Brentwood as a premier city. The City is an employer that emphasizes work-life balance, supports employee wellness, and offers a wide range of benefits and retirement alternatives, while also investing in its employees' professional and personal growth.

• Competitive salary
• Alternative work schedule (AWS) option, requires Director approval
• 15 paid holidays (13 City observed holidays, 2 floating holidays)
• Generous leave accruals (Vacation - 11 days per year; Sick Leave - 12 days per year)
• Selection of health care plans with City paid contributions; cash-in-lieu offered if waiving coverage
• City-paid dental and vision insurance
• CalPERS pension participation
• City paid contributions to Retiree Health Savings account
• Employee Engagement Program (includes recognition for service, safety, peer nominations, and more)

To review more of what the City of Brentwood offers, please check out our .
Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in the vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair experience, equivalent to a Mechanic II with the City of Brentwood.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's License to be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Possession of an Automotive Service Excellence Certificate in Automotive/Light Truck to include A4 Suspension and Steering, A5 Brakes and A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems is preferred.
• Possession of a valid Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection Technician (ST) License is preferred.

Application Process
Applicants must submit the following:

1. A completed City of Brentwood Employment Application
2. Resume

Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted. Your application must be filled out completely online. Resumes may also be submitted but it is not a substitute for a completed application.

The examination process will consist of:

1. Application Review - Submitted applications will be assessed based on job-related qualifications, including desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department. Candidates will be screened to identify those who are best qualified to proceed in the recruitment process.
2. Eligible List - All applicants that pass the application review will be placed on the eligible list which is good for at least 6 months and may be extended up to an additional 18 months. This eligible list will be used by the City of Brentwood to fill all current and future openings in this classification as long as the list is active.

DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. Components may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate.

All correspondence regarding application status, test and/or interview dates, etc. will be sent by email and will be available on your GovernmentJobs account. Please check your email folders, including your junk/spam folders and accept emails from the domain governmentjobs.com, neogov.com, or brentwoodca.gov.
01

Briefly describe your current mechanic role, including the scope of vehicles and equipment you maintain.If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
02

Briefly describe your hands-on experience with heavy-duty diesel vehicles, including any direct work with refuse trucks or similar vocational equipment.If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
03

Please describe your experience working with hydraulic systems on heavy equipment, including hydraulic pumps, lift cylinders, and control valves. Provide details about the type of equipment and hydraulic systems you have worked with, and include he number of years of experience you have in this area.If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
04

Please describe any leadership experience you have, including the type of leadership role(s) you have held and the total amount of time you performed each role. Examples may include lead worker, crew lead, acting supervisor, supervisor, or other roles where you were responsible for directing, training, assigning, or overseeing the work of others. If you do not have any leadership experience, please enter N/A.
05

Please select the level that best describes your experience diagnosing intermittent failures and/or performing ECM (Engine Control Module) programming on vehicles or heavy equipment.

• No Experience - I have no experience diagnosing intermittent failures or performing ECM programming.
• Basic - I have assisted with or observed diagnostic testing and/or ECM programming. I may have performed basic diagnostic checks, but I have not independently identified or repaired the underlying problem.
• Intermediate - I have independently performed diagnostic testing and troubleshooting and have been able to identify and resolve some intermittent failures and/or perform ECM programming with occasional assistance or guidance when needed.
• Advanced - I have extensive experience independently diagnosing complex or intermittent failures, identifying the root cause of problems, and completing the necessary repairs. I am also experienced with ECM programming and can perform these tasks independently without assistance.

06

Please select the level that best describes your experience with electronic control modules (on-board computers), aftertreatment systems (the parts that clean the exhaust, like DEF, DPF, and SCR), and diagnosing emissions component issues (check engine lights and CTC failures)?

• No Experience - I have no experience working with electronic control modules (on-board computers), aftertreatment systems such as DEF, DPF, or SCR, or diagnosing emissions-related issues.
• Basic - I have assisted with or observed diagnostic testing involving electronic control modules, aftertreatment systems, or emissions components. I may have performed basic diagnostic checks or helped identify fault codes, but I have not independently diagnosed or repaired the underlying problem.
• Intermediate - I have independently performed diagnostic testing and troubleshooting involving electronic control modules, aftertreatment systems, and/or emissions components. I have been able to identify and resolve some system or component issues, including check engine lights and CTC failures, with occasional assistance or guidance when needed.
• Advanced - I have extensive experience independently diagnosing complex electronic, aftertreatment, and emissions-related problems. I can interpret diagnostic codes and system information, identify the root cause of component failures, and complete the necessary repairs or corrective actions independently.

07

Please check all certifications you currently possess from the list below:

• ASE Automobile Technician Certification
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Technician Certification
• Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection License
• HD I/M (CTC) Inspection Certificate
• Certified MIG Welder
• Certified TIG Welder
• Stick Welding Certification
• None of the Above

08

How many years of experience do you have in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair?

• 0 to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

09

Do you possess a valid California Class A Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

10

Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade
• Some College
• Associate's Degree (AA/AS)
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Higher

11

I acknowledge that I am required to attach a Resume with my application. I understand that failure to include this document will result in automatic disqualification.

• Yes

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