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  • Equipment Mechanic - Automotive, Road Department (Open Until Filled)

    Bend, Oregon United States Deschutes County Full Time $5,096.75 - $6,581.85 Monthly Jan 27, 2026
    Deschutes County Employer:

    Deschutes County

    Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. The County has 1,200 employees and a $587 million annual budget. The County assesses property, records public documents, conducts elections, collects taxes, and provides a variety of key community services, including public safety, public and behavioral health, building inspection, planning and zoning, road maintenance and construction, solid waste and the operation of a large Fair & Expo Center. Indirect services that support county operations include finance, human resources, property and facilities management, internal auditing, information technology, legal counsel, and public information. For the past decade, Central Oregon has been recognized as one of the best places to live. Deschutes County is conveniently located within a three-hour drive to Portland, Oregon, and within one hour of the Cascade Mountain Range. With an average elevation of 3,600 feet, the area enjoys a dry, high desert climate with cool nights and sunny days. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches. The countywide population is over 200,000, spread over 3,054 square miles. Deschutes County is the fastest growing county on the West Coast and one of the most diverse economies in Oregon. Tourism brings to Central Oregon over four million overnight visitors annually. The Mount Bachelor ski resort attracts tourists from across the nation. The nearby Cascade Lakes are also a large draw for tourists. Other local features include a vibrant visual and performing arts community, an outstanding restaurant scene, an extensive and respected health care network, and a high quality educational system. The cities of Bend, (the county seat), Redmond, La Pine, and Sisters are the four municipalities in Deschutes County. Roberts Field Redmond Municipal Airport connects Deschutes County to other major western U.S. cities. In addition to excellent public and private K-12 schools, Bend is home to Central Oregon Community College (COCC) and Oregon State University’s Cascade Campus. To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE.  Make the work you do matter.  We hope you’ll consider joining our team.

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    Job Description

    Summary

    ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
    The Deschutes County Road Department is responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of the County road system, consisting of approximately 900 miles of roadway. Our Mission: We strive to maintain the quality and improve the experience for all users of the Deschutes County transportation system.

    ABOUT THE COUNTY:
    We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
    Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

    We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
    ABOUT THE JOB:
    Deschutes County is accepting applications for an Automotive Mechanic (classified under Equipment Mechanic) with a preferred background in automotive, light truck, and light equipment repair. This position may also perform a variety of limited mechanical repairs, diagnostics, and modifications to heavy trucks and heavy equipment as needed.

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Tracking and performing preventative maintenance on automobiles, light trucks, and light equipment.
    • Conduct inspections and troubleshooting using modern diagnostic equipment.
    • Repair of gas and diesel vehicles including engine, transmission, differential, front end, and related equipment systems.
    • Tire repairs, replacements, and seasonal swaps.
    What You Will Bring:
    Knowledge of or experience with:
    • Standard methods, materials, tools, equipment, and technology of the mechanic trade.
    • Mechanical principles, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
    • Testing and repairing starting systems, charging systems, chassis, engines, hydraulic systems, air conditioning, fuel systems, drive trains and related automotive components.
    Skill in:
    • Preventative maintenance.
    • Locating, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical malfunctions in gas and diesel powered vehicles and equipment.
    • Minor welding, fabricating, and modifying equipment.
    • Use of diagnostic tools to perform tests and repairs on diesel and gas engines.
    • Using a computerized Fleet Management Program for timekeeping, opening and closing work orders, and related fleet programs.
    • Driving County equipment/vehicles on roads for field repair and test driving to diagnose and confirm repair.
    *This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

    Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.

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    Compensation

    $5,096.75 to $6,581.85 per month for a 172.67-hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union represented position is available immediately.

    An additional 6% pay above base hourly rate is available for those who hold or obtain an ASE Master Mechanic Certification in either Automotive or Heavy-Duty Truck.

    An additional 12% pay above base hourly rate is available for those who hold or obtain an ASE Master Mechanic Certification in both Automotive and Heavy-Duty Truck.

    BENEFITS:

    Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.
    This position has been reopened until filled.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent;
    • AND five (5) years mechanic experience preferably including experience in maintenance and repair of construction equipment;
    • Or satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training as determined by hiring authority.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Professional experience maintaining light equipment.


    Necessary Special Requirements

    Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
    Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

    Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon Class "A" CDL license within one year of hire date.

    Physical Requirements
    While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent will continuously be required to walk, push/pull, bend/twist/rotate arm, wrist and forearm, grasp and lift up to 24 pounds; frequently be required to stand, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, squat, half kneel, use fingers/hands, rotate right/left, balance, and reach overhead, forward, low level, behind and across, and lift 25 to 50 pounds; will occasionally be required to use foot controls with right and left feet, side bending, remain in static position, flexing, crawl, crouch, climb stairs and ladders, and lift 51 to 74 pounds.

    Working Environment
    Work is performed in a variety of settings inside and outside with exposure to heat, humidity and cold, around moving machinery, working at heights, in congested areas, with inadequate lighting or glare, with noise and vibrations.

    Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
    Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

    Employer paid benefit offerings include:
    • Life Insurance for employee and dependents
    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
    • Long-term Disability Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
    • Time Management Leave
    Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:
    • 125 Flexible Spending Program
    • 457 Deferred Compensation Program
    • Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
    To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits or click HERE for full benefits guide.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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Diverse Vehicle Oversight

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This hands-on technical aspect sets government fleet manager jobs apart, requiring individuals who can seamlessly transition from the office to the repair shop floor.

Interagency Collaboration

Government fleet manager jobs often require working across multiple departments and agencies:

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Emergency Response Readiness

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This responsibility adds a layer of importance to government fleet manager jobs that’s rarely found in the private sector.

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