Overview

$4,964 – $6,123/month

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!

Are you ready to fuel your passion for mechanics and drive your career forward? Join us as a Bus Mechanic I and dive into a dynamic role where you’ll maintain and repair the City’s fleet of gasoline, and alternative fuel buses. Under the supervision of our experienced Equipment Supervisor, you’ll gain hands-on experience, develop specialized skills, and become an integral part of our team. This is your chance to build a solid foundation and advance to higher levels in our flexibly-staffed series. Get ready to roll up your sleeves, tackle exciting challenges, and keep Fresno moving! Apply today and become a key player in our transit maintenance team!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
– Perform maintenance and repairs on City buses and related equipment which may be diesel, gasoline and/or alternative fuel-powered.
– Conduct engine tune-ups and adjustments using diagnostic tools and equipment.
– Execute minor repairs and replace components on buses and related transit equipment.
– Learn and apply techniques for disassembly, reassembly, and preventative maintenance of engines and related systems.
– Diagnose and repair issues with drive train, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical systems, and HVAC components.
– Respond to road calls to perform emergency repairs on buses and related equipment.
– Maintain accurate records of work performed and ensure a clean, organized work area.
– Interpret and follow manuals, schematics, diagrams, and work orders for efficient task completion.

This class is an entry level class in a flexibly-staffed series, incumbents are expected to progress with appropriate training and experience after one (1) year of satisfactory performance to flex to a Bus Mechanic II, the journey level of the class series ($5,507-$6,693).

Duties and schedules may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview. Incumbents may be required to work any shift; nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Newly hired incumbents may be assigned to work the night shift. Night shift premium pay ranges from $1.45 to $2.30 per hour.

Full job specification may be viewed at:
https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JS-Bus-Mechanic-I.pdf

View “We Work For You” video with a Bus Mechanic II to get an inside look at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsJdpEwN-oM

The current vacancy exists in the Transportation Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list created, with the option of extending that period at the City’s discretion. Should the competitive process be suspended for this recruitment, the eligibility list may be limited to three (3) months.

THE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.

Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED Completion

AND

One (1) year of full-time paid experience performing routine maintenance and simple repairs on diesel and gasoline powered cars, trucks, buses, construction equipment, and other vehicles and equipment.

Maintenance and simple repairs may include, but are not limited to, the following: performing oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements; repairing and replacing faulty parts such as engines, transmissions, suspension components, and electrical systems; and using diagnostic equipment to identify problems and determine the best repair technique.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Please SPECIFY THE TYPE OF MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS AS WELL AS EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS with which you have experience within your duties. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and will not be used to evaluate minimum requirements. Applications lacking a completed work experience section may be rejected.

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required at time of appointment and during the entire term of employment in the job class. Candidates considered for hire will be required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license and a current copy of their driving record.

Within twelve (12) months of appointment, must possess three (3) valid certifications issued by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in the following components: Diesel Engines (H2), Drive Train (H3), and Brakes (H4). Incumbents must take all three (3) certification examinations within the first six (6) months of appointment. Failure to obtain the ASE certifications within twelve (12) months of appointment will be cause for termination from this class.

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Some positions have been designated as being “safety sensitive” and may require all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test and/or medical examination prior to employment. Federal law requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver’s license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. This classification is subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout entire term of employment in this class.

This class is a flexibly-staffed series, which requires one (1) year of satisfactory service before an employee can “flex” to the journey level. Employees in classes that require one (1) year of service for flexing will not serve an additional probationary period at the journey level.

A Bus Mechanic I may be promoted to Bus Mechanic II after one (1) year of experience and upon recommendation of the appointing authority and possession of the three (3) above listed H Series ASE certifications.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
The examination process may consist of the following:

WRITTEN EXAMINATION – 100%: The written examination may be conducted online and is designed to assess a candidate’s job related knowledge which may consist of troubleshooting and diagnostic practices and techniques for buses and related transit equipment, skill to properly use hand and power tools and equipment used in transit equipment maintenance and repair, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of assigned duties and other job-related items.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The written exam is to be determined.

PAY, BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE
BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification – International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39)

2% Salary Increase, effective December 30, 2024

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month.
SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

HOW TO APPLY
APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view “Instruction Guide” on the City’s website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant’s responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant’s responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the “junk mail” or “spam” folders. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO OUR ONLINE APPLICATION:
1. Your document must first be scanned and saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the “document name.”)
2. Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line.
3. Enter the same Login Information (Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applying to.
4. Under the section “My Career Tools” (located towards the top of the page), Select “Cover Letters & Attachments”, and then “Add Attachments” towards the bottom.
5. For Attachment Type, choose the most appropriate option (i.e. “DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214.”)
*If you do not see an appropriate choice, you may use “Reference Attachments.” Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description.
6. Then Select “Add Attachment” and hit the “Browse” button to locate your attachment.
7. Once you have selected your attachment, select “Open”, hit “Upload” and then “Save & Return.”
8. After you confirm your attachment has been uploaded, then proceed to fill out your online application.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Candidates applying for veteran’s preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran’s preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.