Heavy Equipment Service Worker

Description

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, inspects, repairs, lubricates and services gasoline and diesel powered vehicles, construction equipment; and fire engines, assists mechanics and performs related duties as required.

The ideal candidate has at least three (3) year of experience performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs on medium to heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment, possesses ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications in Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, and Preventive Maintenance Inspection, possesses a California Class A Driver License, a good driving record, works well with others, and has excellent customer service skills.

EDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Incumbents may be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate, Bachelor, or postgraduate degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational necessity and certification of skill.

AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Fire Protection District

Heavy Equipment Service Workers are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.

Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. The eligible list established for this position may be used to fill existing and future regular, temporary, fixed-term, intermittent and extra-help positions within the Fire Protection District. There is currently one (1) vacancy.

VETERAN’S POINTS: This is an entry level classification, and Veteran’s Points may apply to eligible applicants.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENING DATE : Wednesday, August 13, 2025
CLOSING DATE : Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: Week of August 25, 2025

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs preventative maintenance services and safety inspections on vehicles, heavy construction equipment, and fire engines in the shop and field. May also service and repair gas powered chain saws, mowers and other small equipment, generator sets and breathing air compressors;
• Replaces fan belts, brakes, filters, air cleaners, shock absorbers, mufflers and similar parts, adjusts brakes, tracks and clutches; and steam cleans vehicles, equipment, tools and components;
• Balances and repairs vehicle and construction equipment, tires and tubes;
• Makes minor mechanical repairs and adjustments, assists mechanics in the overhaul and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment; and may perform engine tune-ups;
• Prepares and maintains service and repair records.
• Operates vehicles and equipment as necessary during servicing and repairs;
• Uses test equipment, grinders, hoists and other shop tools;
• Performs simple welding in repair of vehicles and fabrication of equipment attached to vehicles;
• Removes and replaces body components, such as lights, mirrors, bumpers, mud flaps, tailgates and seats. May perform minor body repair and do spot painting;
• Uses computer equipment for engine transmission and brake diagnostics;
• Writes reports, enters and retrieves data;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

Some experience in automotive or heavy equipment maintenance that demonstrates possession of, and competency in the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. The required knowledge, skills, and abilities also can be obtained by at least two (2) years of experience servicing and performing minor repairs of automobiles OR at least one (1) year of experience servicing and performing minor repairs of heavy construction equipment.

Within twelve (12) months of employment, the incumbent must obtain and thereafter maintain the following:

• A valid Class A California Driver License with applicable endorsements
• Any license or certification that is currently required by the State of California for repair and/or operation of County vehicles or equipment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid California driver license.
• In addition to the above requirements, incumbents hired as Heavy Equipment Service Worker in the Fire Protection District must obtain and maintain within two (2) years of employment, a certification in Fire Pumps and Accessories from the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission (EVT).

Supplemental Information:

• This position requires a full range of mobility, manual dexterity, as well as the ability to lift, move, and position heavy objects and equipment.
• This position also requires that the successful candidate participate in Department of Transportation mandated drug testing.

DESIRED:

• Heavy Equipment service experience servicing and performing minor repairs of automobiles or heavy construction equipment.
  
• Some computer experience in Word, Excel and Fleet Maintenance software.
  
• ASE certifications in Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, and Preventive Maintenance Inspection.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of: operation and basic theory of diesel and gasoline engines; fuel, ignition and electrical systems pertaining to vehicles, apparatus and construction equipment; and basic theory of hydraulics, air and liquid cooling systems, tire and tube repairing and vulcanizing equipment.

Working skill in: using shop, fabrication, and testing equipment.

Working ability to: follow oral instructions; perform tasks requiring physical exertion and manual dexterity; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE: Applications must be received by the County of Ventura, Human Resources Division, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesd ay, August 27, 2025.

To apply online, please refer to our website at www.ventura.org/jobs . If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.

NOTE : If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.

Note to Applicants: Sufficient information must be provided under the Education/Work experience portion of the application and supplemental questionnaire, if applicable, to thoroughly and accurately demonstrate your qualifications in order to determine eligibility. A resume may be attached to supplement your responses in the above referenced sections; however, it may not be submitted in lieu of the application.

APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying

All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Applicants meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the recruitment process.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying

All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION 100%

An unproctored, internet-based job-related written examination will be conducted to evaluate participating candidates’ knowledge of heavy equipment and safety. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation, which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information and driving record, is required for this position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

For further information about this recruitment, please contact Jeff Weaver by email at jeff.weaver@venturacounty.gov .

Employer

Ventura County

Address

800 S. Victoria Avenue
LOC. #1970
Ventura, California, 93009

Phone

(805) 654-5129

Website

http://hr.ventura.org

YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE

Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)

(SEIU)

To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.

• Benefits website or you may call (805) 654-2570.
• Retirement FAQ's
• Memorandum of Agreement

Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS

Closing Date/Time: 8/27/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• County of Ventura

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