Lead Heavy Equipment Technician - Promotional

Position Information

THIS RECRUITMENT IS PROMOTIONAL ONLY. YOU MUST PRESENTLY BE A FULL- OR PART-TIME REGULAR OR PROBATIONARY COUNTY OF SONOMA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, SONOMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, OR SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY EMPLOYEE IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

The Sonoma Public Infrastructure (SPI) Department has requested a department promotional certification to fill a Lead Heavy Equipment Technician position. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary SPI Department employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time or part-time positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Lead Heavy Equipment Technician is an advanced journey level position that will take direction from the shop supervisor. In the absence of the supervisor, this lead position will take direction from management. The position will be responsible for training, monitoring, assigning/reviewing work, providing technical assistance, and assisting in evaluating the performance of interns, mechanics, and technicians. This position will also serve as the acting supervisor when the supervisor is absent.

Additional responsibilities for this position include:

• Independently performing the full range of duties, including diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing/servicing the County's on/off road equipment, medium/heavy duty trucks, emergency and man-lift vehicles, park, road, and construction maintenance equipment vehicles, generators, and other miscellaneous equipment
• Repairing and overhauling engines, transmissions, and brake systems, generator and differential and drive systems, pumps, steering systems, hydraulic systems, tandem axles, converters, air circulation systems, fuel injection systems, and trailers
• Performing the California Highway Patrol Basic Inspection of Terminals inspections
• Tuning engines, taking compression tests, cleaning or replacing distributor points; adjusts timing and valves; adjusts, rebuilds, and replaces carburetors and fuel injection system components
• Performing acetylene, arc, and electric welding to fit, fabricate, or repair parts
• Communicating with customers and vendors on the status of equipment installation and repair
• Monitoring and performing routine maintenance on shop equipment
• Working to ensure mechanics and technicians are trained/follow safety protocols
• Performing routine/complex data entry on daily work performed and retrieve previous repairs
• Using computer to generate reports, charts, and graphs on workflow and vehicle statistics

What You Bring

In addition to being a leader by example, being self-motivated, and having the ability to empower others, the ideal candidate will possess:

• Three or more years of experience working in a fleet environment, with duties that include diagnosing and repairing medium/heavy duty trucks, as well as off-road equipment including loaders, backhoes, tractors, trailers, and miscellaneous equipment (e.g. mowers, chippers, crack sealers, etc.)
• Any certifications in medium/heavy duty trucks or equipment diagnostics, maintenance, or repair
• Experience using computerized maintenance and repair software systems
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good customer service skills and the ability to interact with a diverse customer base
• A strong relationship and team building ability
• The ability to work independently and on a team with the ability to work collaboratively and flexibly
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work within a standard time frame
• Lead or supervisory experience is desirable but not required

Coveralls will be required and provided as a uniform. Occasional weekend or evening shifts may be required. Performance of job duties may be required in the field (outdoors) under varying conditions, including but not limited to roadside repairs and extreme weather.
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the International Union of Operating Engineeers, Stationary Engineers - Local 39 Memorandum of Understanding and our Employee Benefits Directory .

This recruitment is being conducted to fill two Heavy Equipment Technician positions in the Sonoma Public Infrastructure Department. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.

APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Education: Any combination of experience and training which would provide the required knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, this would include three years’ experience repairing a wide variety of on/off road equipment, trailers, and medium/heavy duty trucks.

License:Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential functions of the position.

AND

Upon appointment to a position in this classification, employees must obtain a State of California Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License by the completion of the probationary period. The license must be maintained throughout employment in this classification. Special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential functions of the position.

Certifications and Licenses: Successful completion of the California Air Resources Board certification to perform emission compliance testing is required by the completion of the probationary period. The ASE (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence) Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician is highly desirable.

Special Requirements: Possession of small and large hand tools necessary to perform all assigned work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of: methods, tools, testing instruments, parts, and equipment used in the major repair, replacement, installation, and overhaul of on/off road equipment and medium/heavy duty trucks, including emergency vehicles, man lift vehicles, park maintenance equipment, road maintenance equipment, construction equipment, and generators (both stationary and mobile); safety diagnosis, and preventive maintenance inspection methods and techniques; techniques and methods of repairing, replacing, installing, and overhauling of on/off road equipment, trucks, and related component parts, including diesel, gasoline, electric, and alternate fuel engines, carburetors, hydraulic and electrical systems, fuel injection systems, transmissions, and differentials; the theory, care, and operation of diesel, gasoline, electric, and alternate fuel powered internal combustion engines and mechanical components for the maintenance and repair of on/off road equipment and medium/heavy duty trucks.

Ability to: perform specified tasks on the computerized system; assign the work of lower-level staff; diagnose and locate mechanical and safety problems, and determine appropriate corrective action; repair, replace, remove, install, and overhaul of on/off road heavy equipment and medium/heavy trucks, including emergency vehicles, man lift vehicles, park maintenance equipment, road maintenance equipment, construction equipment, and generators (both stationary and mobile), and related component parts without supervision; effectively use hand tools, electrical testing instruments, and machines in the repair, replacement, removal, installation, and overhaul of heavy construction equipment, trucks, trailers, and related component parts; perform emission testing and certification; read and write English, interpret manufacturers’ specifications; use a computer to organize data and generate reports; perform arithmetic calculations; follow oral and written instructions; work effectively with customers and vendors; work under varying field and weather conditions, and on weekends.

Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying

• Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
• You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
• You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
• Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.

Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.

APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.

Responses to supplemental questions may be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.

The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:

An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.

Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination which evaluates the education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications that you demonstrate in your application and/or response to the supplemental questionnaire. Please be aware that resumes and cover letters are not typically evaluated in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.

Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.

COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL*

These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:

Paid Time Off :Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.

Health Plan :Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generousCounty contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.

Retirement :Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .

IRS 457 Plan :Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.

Student Loan Debt Relief :County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.

Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.

For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900.

*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 5/12/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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