Posting number: 2026-00213
Department: Public Works
Job classification: Fleet Mechanic I
Posting type: Open
Categories: Fleet Services, Vehicle Maintenance, Maintenance
The vision of the Tehama County Public Works Department is to be a proactive and fully capable, cooperative team which meets all the planning, engineering, operating, maintenance and administrative needs of Tehama County Public Works in a highly competent manner, maintaining a positive work environment where individuals have opportunities for self-improvement and are recognized for their achievements and contributions on behalf of the people of Tehama County. We invite you to join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to improving our community!
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(A-E Steps)
$24.37 - $29.62 Hourly/$1,949.60 - $2,369.60 Biweekly
$25.60 - $31.12 Hourly/$2,048.00 - $2,489.60 Biweekly
DOT Incentive!
Additional $1/hour on top of Fleet Mechanic hourly rate for obtaining/possessing a valid Class A license.
All Certificates, required licenses, and DMV reports must be submitted with application to be considered complete.
Position Description: Under varying levels of supervision, the Fleet Mechanic performs a variety of work in maintenance and repair on County Road maintenance equipment, County vehicles, construction equipment; operates a variety of hand, power, and shop tools; maintains records of service.
Fleet Mechanic II I Fleet Mechanic III
Fleet Mechanic II: Two (2) years of experience in automotive and heavy equipment maintenance and repair, with broad exposure to a variety of trucks, diesels, specialized road equipment, and hydraulic systems. College-level coursework in the automotive maintenance and repair field is desired.
Fleet Mechanic III: Three (3) years of experience in automotive and heavy equipment maintenance and repair, with broad exposure to a variety of trucks, diesels, specialized road equipment, and hydraulic systems. College-level coursework in the automotive maintenance and repair field is desired.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Fleet Mechanic II: Must possess and maintain a valid California Class A driver’s license and submit current (within thirty (30) days) DMV Driving Record report and a current Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certificate.
Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license, submit current (within thirty (30) days) DMV Driving Record report, and must obtain a valid California Class A driver’s license within six (6) months from date of hire.
Fleet Mechanic III: Must possess and maintain a valid California Class A driver’s license.
The department is currently recruiting for one (1) vacancy.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Fleet Mechanic II/III, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
All Certificates, required licenses, and DMV reports must be submitted with application to be considered complete.
1st - Thursday, October 29, 2026
2nd - Friday, October 30, 2026
*Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Anne Coelho | (530) 385-1462 I acoelho@tcpw.ca.gov
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
Let Your Opportunities Grow With Tehama County!
Nestled in the northern Sacramento Valley, Tehama County lies approximately midway between Sacramento and the Oregon border. Starting in the snowy Sierras to the east (the highest point is 8,200 ft), the County unfolds onto rolling foothills, excellent range land, and spectacular, flat-topped buttes, and then sweeps down onto the fertile floor of the Sacramento River Valley (elevation at Red Bluff is 341 ft). Tehama County is the central point of widespread recreation and the local recreation opportunities are outstanding with nearby camping, hunting, fishing, golfing, snow skiing, and boating resources as good or better than anywhere in California. The County Seat, Red Bluff, is located on Interstate 5 and the Sacramento River approximately 135 road miles north of Sacramento. Tehama County is a charter county with a board-administrator form of government whose Chief Administrator is selected by a five member Board of Supervisors, who are elected by Supervisorial Districts.
Tehama County employees are dedicated to providing services to the people of this rural community. Our 800+ employees, working in 25 county departments, deliver public safety and protection, public health, community services, and administrative support.
If you are considering employment with Tehama County, our many departments offer the full spectrum of career opportunities including office support, financial, technical, trades, medical, and legal - to name a few. We welcome anyone with a desire to make a difference in the community – whether you are just starting out in the work world, or you are more seasoned in your career.
