Mechanic 2

Job Summary: Lane County is seeking a skilled and dependable Mechanic 2 to support our fleet operations, with a primary focus on heavy-duty equipment and vehicle maintenance. This position plays a critical role in keeping essential county services moving by ensuring our fleet is safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community. In this role, you will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repair on a wide range of equipment, including Class 5–8 trucks, trailers, construction equipment, and specialty vehicles. You’ll work both independently and as part of a team to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, complete preventative maintenance, and support the overall performance of the County’s fleet.

This is a specialized assignment within the Mechanic 2 classification, with an emphasis on heavy-duty operations. While your primary focus will be heavy equipment, you will also be expected to perform the full range of duties outlined in the County’s Mechanic 2 classification, supporting a diverse fleet that serves multiple departments and community needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanic who enjoys hands-on problem solving, variety in daily work, and contributing to public service in a meaningful way.

Job Responsibilities: Fleet Services is responsible for providing a modern, well-equipped vehicle and equipment fleet that is maintained and utilized at the lowest reasonable cost while minimizing environmental impacts. Fleet and General Services Fund is associated with procurement, maintenance, operation, and replacement of fleet assets and are charged directly to the user department through rental rates. Fleet Services provide vehicles, equipment, maintenance services and fuel to County departments and several Federal, State, and local partner agencies.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by completion of a two-year training program/apprenticeship in automotive or heavy equipment mechanics.
• Experience: Three years of responsible experience as an automotive or heavy equipment mechanic. An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• Licensing Requirements: Possession of a valid Oregon Driver's License at time of appointment. Possession of a valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within twelve months of appointment. Ability to obtain appropriate CDL endorsements as necessary.
• Special Requirements: The selected applicant for this position is required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test before entering County employment.

Compensation: $28.23 - $36.35 Hourly

Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/jobs/5312743/mechanic-2?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs