Fleet Mechanic II

$55.23 – $67.14 Hourly

$114.886.72 – $139,645.58 Annually

Plus Excellent Benefits!

Final Filing Date: Sunday, 10/26/2025, 4:00 p.m.

This posting will remain open until 100 applications have been received or until the deadline, whichever occurs first.   

Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is received.

Protect Public Health. Keep Our Fleet Mission-Ready. Serve Your Community.

Join Union Sanitary District and keep the vehicles and heavy equipment that protect local water quality running safely and reliably. You’ll independently diagnose, repair, and maintain a diverse fleet—light/medium/heavy, gas/diesel/hybrid/EV—in a collaborative shop that champions safety. You’ll have the autonomy to perform journey-level work in a clean, supportive shop with up-to-date equipment. All tools are District-supplied so you can focus on the work—not your toolbox.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain, diagnose, and repair engines, drivetrains, cooling/HVAC, brakes, wheels/tires, and steering/suspension across gas/diesel/hybrid/EV.
• Perform electrical diagnostics/repairs (low/high voltage, starters/alternators, batteries, sensors/lighting) using scan tools and diagnostic computers.
• Service powertrains and driveline components (fluids, u-joints, clutches, differentials, transmissions).
• Work on hydraulics/pneumatics and specialty equipment—from routine maintenance to complex overhauls.
• Fabricate/modify equipment (mounts, lighting, brackets); basic welding/soldering and light body work.
• Conduct inspections (e.g., CHP BIT); support emissions compliance, recalls, and testing.
• Operate/help manage the fleet fuel system; clean, fuel, and ready vehicles.
• Use hoists/lifts, forklifts/cranes, and safe rigging; respond to field/emergency repairs.
• Keep accurate records; estimate labor/parts; order and maintain stock.

For the complete job description, click here.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year technical/vocational coursework in automotive/equipment trades.
• 2 years’ journey-level maintenance/repair experience.
• Technical & tools: From routine service to complex diagnostics/overhauls across gas/diesel/hybrid/EV; proficient with hand/power tools, precision instruments, and scan/diagnostic equipment; read drawings/specs; shop math; LOTO/safe work practices; rigging/hoists/forklifts; basic welding/cutting/fabrication; estimates/recordkeeping; safe vehicle operation; familiarity with diesel and co-gen equipment.
• Judgment & teamwork: Clear English communication; strong troubleshooting logic, initiative, and customer service; collaborates well; at II level, mentors and coordinates work.
• Licensing: Valid CA Class C with clean record; obtain CA Class A with tank endorsement within one (1) year of appointment.
• Certs: ASE certifications are highly desirable.

Working Conditions

• Lift up to 50 lbs; perform strenuous work for extended periods.
• Work with equipment that may contact raw sewage; outdoors in varied weather; overtime as needed.

Benefits & Schedule

• CalPERS retirement; medical, dental, vision (employee + family)
• Generous vacation & holidays; short-/long-term disability; life insurance
• Alternative workweek schedule
• Deferred Compensation with matching

How to Join Our Team

Apply online at CAREERS AT USD before the deadline. Selection steps:

1. Online Written Exam: 10/29–10/30/2025
2. Virtual Interview: Thursday, 11/13/2025
3. In-Person Finalist Interview: Tuesday, 11/18/2025

All candidates must pass a criminal background check, Live Scan – which includes California DOJ and National FBI fingerprint scan, DMV clearance, and pre-employment physical.

You’ll be contacted via email for all phases—please ensure your email address is current and check your inbox for updates.

Accommodation: Candidates needing assistance in any phase of the process may email kathleenk@unionsanitary.ca.gov upon application submission.

Join Union Sanitary District and help keep our fleet—and our water—safe. Apply today!