Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00061

Department: Public Works and Utilities

Division: Equipment Services

Job classification: AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

Posting type: Promotional

Categories: Fleet Services, Vehicle Maintenance, Customer Service, Automotive

Summary

The salary indicated above includes longevity (1% earned after five years and increases to a maximum of 4% after 20 years). Additionally, a 3.8% cost of living increase has been approved for 2027.

THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL RECRUITMENT. ONLY CURRENT CITY OF BREMERTON EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. The City anticipates filling this position on or about March 1, 2027.

Under general direction, performs skilled mechanical, diagnostic, preventive maintenance, repair, and fabrication work on a wide variety of City vehicles and equipment. Coordinates, assigns, and reviews the work of Automotive Equipment Technicians; provides technical direction and training; and assists the Fleet Manager with shop operations, equipment acquisition, budgeting, inventory, vendor coordination, and the disposal of surplus equipment. Acts on behalf of the Fleet Manager when assigned or in the Fleet Manager’s absence.

Examples of duties

(Note – this list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position.)

• Diagnose, repair, overhaul, and maintain heavy equipment, construction equipment, emergency vehicles, passenger vehicles, and other City equipment, including diesel and gasoline engines, electrical and computer-control systems, air and hydraulic brakes, hydraulic systems, automatic and manual transmissions, clutches, suspension systems, and related components.
• Perform welding, fabrication, equipment modification, and related repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Coordinate daily shop activities; assign and prioritize work; provide technical direction and supervision to Automotive Equipment Technicians; review completed work for quality, safety, and timeliness.
• Identify training needs and provide or coordinate technical and safety training for assigned staff; provide input and recommendations regarding employee performance and development.
• Coordinate parts and supply requisitioning, purchasing, and inventory control; maintain accurate records of labor, materials, parts, repairs, and work performed.
• Communicate with City departments, equipment operators, supervisors, and management regarding equipment condition, needed repairs, repair methods, estimated downtime, and equipment specifications.
• Research parts, products, equipment, and repair options; meet with vendors to evaluate products and services and obtain competitive pricing and service.
• Assist the Fleet Manager with planning and acquisition of new vehicles and equipment, development of budgetary needs, equipment specifications, and disposal of surplus equipment.
• Road-test vehicles and equipment following repair or service, as appropriate, to verify safe and proper operation.
• Act in the absence of the Fleet Manager when assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform related duties as assigned and required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (Entry Requirements)

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, tools, equipment, and practices used in the diagnosis, overhaul, repair, and preventive maintenance of heavy-duty equipment, construction equipment, passenger vehicles, emergency apparatus, and small-engine equipment.
• Vehicle and equipment systems, including diesel and gasoline engines, chassis and body components, ignition, electrical, cooling, fuel-injection, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, air and hydraulic brakes, transmissions, suspension systems, and computer-controlled systems.
• Equipment modification, rebuilding, welding, and fabrication techniques.
• Shop safety practices, occupational hazards, and applicable health and safety requirements.
• Parts, work-order, inventory, purchasing, and maintenance-record systems.
• Emergency vehicle repair and equipment specification requirements.

Skill in:

• Diagnosing complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, brake, transmission, and computer-control problems.
• Repairing, overhauling, servicing, modifying, and maintaining a wide variety of vehicles, heavy equipment, construction equipment, and emergency apparatus.
• Using shop tools, welding and fabrication equipment, diagnostic equipment, and testing instruments safely and efficiently.
• Planning, assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work of automotive technicians.
• Maintaining accurate repair, parts, labor, inventory, and service records.
• Using standard computer applications and electronic maintenance or work-order systems.

Ability to:

• Provide clear work direction, technical guidance, and training to assigned employees.
• Read and interpret service manuals, technical specifications, work orders, parts information, and other written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, with employees, supervisors, customers, vendors, and management.
• Organize and prioritize multiple assignments, meet schedules and time constraints, and adjust priorities as operational needs change.
• Exercise sound judgment in diagnosing equipment problems, determining repair methods, and recommending equipment or repair options.
• Design, modify, and install hydraulic systems and other specialized equipment accessories.
• Work independently and collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships.
• Promote and follow safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED,
• Completion of a recognized automotive machinist apprenticeship or ASE Master Mechanic certification program, and
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of a variety of vehicles and power-driven equipment, including experience in one or more specialty areas.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, certification, and directly related experience that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possess and maintain a valid Washington State Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification is preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

Work requires frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, grasping, and repetitive use of the hands and fingers, with occasional climbing, balancing, and crawling. The position performs heavy physical work and may require exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds continuously to move objects. Sufficient manual dexterity, hearing, communication ability, and visual acuity are required to operate vehicles and heavy equipment, use tools and diagnostic equipment, inspect repairs, and safely perform mechanical work.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in shop and field environments and may involve exposure to outdoor weather, extreme heat, high noise levels, vibration, moving mechanical parts and vehicles, electrical hazards, elevated work areas, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Appropriate personal protective equipment and safe work practices are required.

Supplemental information

THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL RECRUITMENT. ONLY CURRENT CITY OF BREMERTON EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

Applicants must apply on-line at https://www.BremertonWA.gov/169/Current-Jobs.

Required Application Materials:

A completed City application and personal résumé are required. Incomplete applications packets will not be considered. Required application materials must be submitted online by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application materials reflect the minimum qualifying experience, knowledge, skills and abilities as listed on the job posting.

Important Application Note: Please do not attach copies of certifications or transcripts to your application unless they are listed as a requirement for the position.

Application process after submittal - What to expect:

Initial screening – Once the position closes, the HR Department will review and evaluate your application materials to determine whether your materials reflect and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience required to meet the minimum qualifications.

Invitation to Interview – After initial screening and additional review by the hiring department, if it is determined that you exceed the minimum qualifications, you may be contacted and invited to interview with a hiring panel.

References – After the interview, if it is determined that you are the most qualified candidate for the position, references will be sent electronically to the individuals listed on your application.

Pre-employment Requirements – If/when applying for safety-sensitive positions, pre-employment physicals and/or drug testing may be required prior to any final offer of employment.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you require an accommodation at any point during the application process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 473-5348 or humanresources@ci.bremerton.wa.us