Equipment Mechanic Trainee - Mesa
11 hours ago
Job description
/Duties
You will be asked to submit official trade school or college transcripts if your application is selected to move forward in the recruitment/testing process.
This recruitment will also establish a Citywide list that may be used for Mesa Fire and Medical assignments as well.
First review of applications will be Monday, March 9, 2026.
An Equipment Mechanic Trainee works under immediate supervision to learn and become proficient in the technical aspects of repairing and servicing City vehicles and equipment.
This class will be a part of a three-year training program within Fleet Services or the Mesa Fire and Medical Department (MFMD), during which the incumbents will train to perform technical tasks in the maintenance and repair of light-to heavy-duty, gasoline and diesel-fueled equipment.
Work will require a high degree of technical knowledge, and as increased work skill is attained this class will be expected to exercise increased independent judgment in determining repair methods as assignments increase in scope and responsibility.
This class is also responsible for performing related work as required.
This is a trainee class generally working under the direction of a Senior Mechanic I, Lead Fire Mechanic, or an Equipment Mechanic I while learning to perform the full scope of duties of a Mechanic through an on-the-job training program.
An Equipment Mechanic Trainee who successfully completes all phases of training may progress by noncompetitive promotion to Equipment Mechanic I upon meeting the specific criteria-based promotion requirements.
An employee in this class must successfully complete all phases of training within the stipulated timeframes. An incumbent who fails to complete the training program will be transferred, demoted, or terminated.An employee of this class will be assigned to various shifts and worksites in order to train on all equipment.
Employees are required to use the appropriate safety equipment and procedures in performing assigned tasks.The Equipment Mechanic Trainee is supervised by a Shop Supervisor or Shop Foreman who assigns, and reviews work through spot-check observation, conferences, problems encountered, and overall results achieved.
This class is FLSA nonexempt.
Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions.
Employee Values:
All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required. Graduation from high school or GED.Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to completion of a recognized automotive technician program at an accredited trade school or community college, preferably accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), OR graduation from an accredited program with an Associate's Degree in Automotive Technology.
Three Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications are required within three years of hire or promotion date.Special Requirements. Must provide own basic hand tools and rollaway box. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date.
Must meet the qualifications to wear a tight-fitting respirator by passing a medical evaluation in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR by hire or promotion date and must maintain certification (by assignment).
Substance Abuse Testing.Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. One year of experience in the automotive/truck repair industry.Knowledge and use of automotive electronic diagnostic equipment including laptop-based programs, and familiarization with the use of internet based automotive diagnostic procedures and information.
Link To Job DescriptionA Summary of City of Mesa Benefits is linked here.
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED? You must detail your education on your application.
Yes
No
02
Have you completed a recognized automotive technician program at an accredited trade school or community college, preferably accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)? You must detail your education on your application.
No
03
Have you graduated from an accredited program with an Associate's Degree in Automotive Technology? You must detail your education on your application.
No
04
How many semester credit hours of automotive technology college or trade school coursework have you successfully completed? You must detail your credit hours on your application.
- 12 semester credits
25 or more semester credits
05
Can you provide your own basic hand tools and rollaway box?
Yes
No
06
Do you have a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License, or can you obtain one by hire or promotion date?
Yes
No
07
How many years of experience do you have in the automotive/truck repair industry? You must detail this experience on your application.
Some but less than 1 year
1 year or more but less than 3 years
3 years or more
08
Please describe your experience in the automotive/truck repair industry, including dates and names of employer(s). You must also detail this experience on your application. If none, please type N/A.
09
Which vacancy do you want to be considered for? Please check all that apply.
The current vacancy in Fleet Services
Future vacancies in Mesa Fire and Medical
10
Please select the shift(s) you are available to work.
Day Shift (Fire)
2nd Shift (Fleet): Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 10:30pm
3rd Shift A (Fleet): Sunday - Wednesday 9:45pm - 7:45am
3rd Shift B (Fleet): Monday - Thursday 9:45am - 7:45am
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