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  • EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I-II

    Long Beach, California United States City of Long Beach, CA Full Time $29.92 - $43.95 Hourly Feb 07, 2026
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    City of Long Beach, CA

    Great weather, award winning parks, exciting and entertaining downtown, diverse communities, and affordable housing are some of the reasons the City of Long Beach is a great place to work. See for yourself by visiting our guide to visitors and residents pages. The City of Long Beach employs over 5,300 employees and has over 500 job positions. Positions range from entry level to professional, high skilled. Positions are classified or unclassified. Given the number of positions, employees have a variety of career paths to choose from. In addition, the City provides career guidance, mentoring and career ladders for planning a career with the City.        

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    Job Description

    DESCRIPTION

    Applications are available online beginning Friday, February 6, 2026 through 11:59 pm,

    Friday, February 20, 2026.

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    SALARY INFORMATION:

    Grade I - $ 28.916 - $39.236 Hourly

    Grade II - $ 32.329 - $43.953 Hourly

    Some positions in this classification qualify for a Recruitment Incentive of up to $6,000. For more information on the City of Long Beach's Recruitment Incentive Program please click here.

    Equipment Mechanic II is distinguished from Grade Level I by having lead supervision over a crew of two or more subordinates or has attained a high-level of proficiency and versatility sufficient to warrant a merit increase in accordance with established guidelines.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    Under general supervision, performs journey-level work in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of a wide variety of automotive, construction, and other gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel-powered equipment; inspects and tests equipment to locate and determine the extent of necessary repairs and the corrective action required; repairs, overhauls and replaces engines, transmissions, and differentials; rebuilds and replaces defective parts; tunes engines using electronic engine analyzers; replaces and adjusts fuel, electrical and cooling systems or system component parts; overhauls mechanical, hydraulic, booster, air brake and vacuum systems; installs and repairs accessories; may perform various welding operations; may diagnose, overhaul, and repair various hydraulic systems; observes safety rules and regulations; may repair diesel marine or gas engines and outboard motors; enters service data into computer work order software and performs other related duties as required.

    REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

    Applicants must meet Option A OR Option B:

    Option A.: Three (3) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience in gas or diesel equipment repair, which must include at least two (2) years as a journey-level equipment mechanic, with the ability to do mid-major work on automotive and heavy-duty equipment.

    OR

    Option B: Completion of two (2) years or equivalent of formal training or education in automotive or heavy equipment repair from an accredited vocational or community college program i.e., an apprenticeship or graduation from a vocational or community college program in an automotive, diesel, or related field. (proof required) *

    *Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proof submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate the field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing. For information on evaluation services: Education Evaluation Services .

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Knowledge of electronic engine controls, computer control systems, emission control systems, air conditioning, fuel injection, air brake systems, printed circuit wiring, diesel engines, and hydraulic systems.


    • Willingness to comply with the Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.


    • Willingness to work night shifts, stand-by, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required and to fully participate in continued training after appointment.


    • Positions in the Department of Financial Management, Fleet Services Bureau, and Water Department require the willingness and ability to respond to emergency calls within a 30-minute timeframe.


    • Positions in the Department of Financial Management, Fleet Services Bureau, and Water Department require proof of a Class A or B driver's license prior to completion of probation.


    • Positions in the Harbor Department require proof of a Class A driver's license prior to completion of probation. A valid driver's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection.


    • A valid motor vehicle operator's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.


    SELECTION PROCEDURE

    EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
    Application and Supplemental Application. ......................................Qualifying
    Written Exam............................................................................................. 40%
    Performance Exam... ................................................................................60%

    A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on an analysis of exam results. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Candidates meeting the minimum qualification with applications received by February 13, 2026 will be invited with Test #01 candidates to the occupational written examination.

    Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

    In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans who successfully qualify on any or all open competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veteran's DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

    This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points.Learn More About Available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences

    If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

    EQUITY AND INCLUSION

    The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and

    community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

    The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

    In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
    Th is information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer.

    J.O.B. I06AN-26 EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I-II:DR HR 02/06/2026

    Employee Benefits

    The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

    • Medical and Dental Insurance

    • Life Insurance

    • Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

    • Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

    • Deferred Compensation

    • Credit Union Membership

    • Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

    • Flexible Spending Accounts

    • Free Employee Parking
    • Paid Parental Leave*
    *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

    Closing Date/Time: 2/20/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
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