Job Description

A public water and infrastructure operation is hiring a Fleet & Heavy Equipment Mechanic in San Jose, CA to maintain essential vehicles and machinery for field operations. Ideal candidates bring diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and diagnostic experience. Apply today for competitive pay and strong public-sector benefits.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, and safety checks on fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, and construction equipment.
• Diagnose and repair gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspension, and transmissions.
• Respond to breakdowns and urgent repairs to restore equipment safely and minimize downtime.
• Inspect and prepare new vehicles and equipment for service, replace components, complete tune-ups, and verify repairs.
• Use diagnostic tools, shop equipment, service manuals, and schematics to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate repair records, track parts usage, and keep the shop safe, clean, and organized.

Requirements

• Required:

• • Three years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing vehicles, heavy equipment, construction equipment, or similar machinery.
  • High school diploma or equivalent with specialized training in diesel, automotive, equipment repair, mechanics, or a related field.
  • Strong troubleshooting experience with diesel and gasoline engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspension, and transmissions.
  • Ability to safely use diagnostic tools, hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
  • Ability to read service manuals, schematics, and technical specifications and maintain accurate repair records.
  • Valid California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record and ability to obtain a California Class A license with required endorsements within six months.
  • Ability to work onsite in San Jose and prioritize multiple repairs in a safety-focused fleet environment.

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