Equipment Service Worker

Description The current vacancy is for the night shift position with hours from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM DEFINITION Under close supervision, to service diesel and gasoline-powered equipment; and to perform related work as required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class perform unskilled and limited semi-skilled work in the service, maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline-powered equipment under supervision and may, under immediate supervision or as an assistant, perform skilled repair and maintenance work in a training capacity. At this level, repair and maintenance work typically includes cleaning equipment, changing tires, lubrication, minor body and fender work, routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs, replacements and adjustments. Positions in this class perform work which is highly structured, which seldom varies, and which is performed in accordance with established instructions. Incumbents receive thorough instructions when tasks are initially assigned and after training are expected to perform duties without constant supervision. Work is reviewed periodically upon completion and while in progress. Incumbents are expected to refer most variations in work to supervisor for instructions. Examples of Duties Inspects and services diesel and gasoline-powered equipment; lubricates automobiles, trucks and other motorized equipment; operates motorized equipment in connection with repair and servicing; changes and repairs tires; cleans, washes and polishes motor equipment; makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and assists on major repairs; obtains equipment parts; steam cleans refuse trucks; fuels refuse trucks; checks undercarriage of trucks for damage; replaces work tires; performs minor body and fender work; cleans upholstery and headlining; cleans and maintains work areas, hand tools and equipment; requisitions supplies and parts; operates City vehicles; and performs related work as required. Typical Qualifications LICENSE REQUIRED Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education Completion of formal or informal education to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance. Experience Two (2) years of recent experience involving the servicing or performance of minor mechanical maintenance of automotive or other power-driven equipment. Technical College degree or AA degree may substitute for up to two (2) years experience. Desirable Experience Work experience with arc or gas welding equipment. Advancement Persons hired in this classification will be required to possess or obtain certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in no less than three areas as a condition of advancement within the classification salary range. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of Methods, materials, tools, and equipment employed in the service and repair of diesel and gasoline-powered equipment; Common lubricants and their applications; Provisions of the California Vehicle Code applying to the operation of vehicles on the highway; Appropriate safety precautions and procedures. Ability to Demonstrate mechanical aptitude; Use a variety of tools and equipment with skill and safety; Care for and maintain tools; Meet approved minimal physical and medical standards; Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, and strength necessary to perform heavy manual labor; Use tools and equipment of the automotive repair trade safely; Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; Read, understand and apply moderately difficult materials; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Strength: Medium work lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. SELECTION PROCESS Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental questionnaire no later than 4:30 p.m. on June 6, 2026, to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. Applications must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/clovisca. For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Brief resumes are welcome as a supplement to the City's standard application form; however, the application form and supplemental questionnaire must be filled out completely to be considered. You may attach your resume at the time of application submission to the attachment section of the application form. A resume only may not be submitted in lieu of a completed employment application to be considered. Applicants may not attach any additional documents that are not required to their application or submit any other documents by mail, fax, or hand delivery. Veterans Preference Points may be provided if a DD Form 214 demonstrating qualifying service is submitted to the Personnel Office by the position deadline date and time. Applicants may attach or hand deliver, the required documents to (559) 324-2865. Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities, must be requested in writing and faxed to (559) 324-2865 at the time of application submission. Applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by email or phone once the applications have been processed and reviewed. Applicants must meet each qualification for the position by the deadline date. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Those candidates who best meet the needs of the operations may be invited to participate in a written examination that will be weighted 100%. Candidates must earn a score of 70% or higher to be placed on the eligibility list. Applicants receiving a passing score may be placed on an eligibility list for a period of up to one year. Examinations and department interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to pass a medical examination, a drug/alcohol screen, and a background investigation. Possession of a valid California driver's license and good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire. The examination may consist of questions relative to knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment employed in the service and repair of diesel and gasoline-powered equipment; common lubricants and their applications; provisions of the California Vehicle code applying to the operation of vehicles on the highway and appropriate safety precautions and procedures. The exam may also contain questions regarding the ability to demonstrate mechanical aptitude; use a variety of tools and equipment with skill and safety; care and maintain tools; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; read, understand and apply moderately difficult materials; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; and establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. This job flyer does not constitute a contract and its terms and conditions can change without notice. THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Clovis offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time positions. For more information on the benefit package, please refer to the City's website under Departments & Services/Personnel/Employee Resources. 01 Carefully complete your Application and Supplemental Questionnaire and submit by the final filing date as indicated on the job announcement. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. You may attach a resume, but this cannot be used in lieu of completing an application. Follow the instructions below on how to submit a complete application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Include a minimum of ten (10) years of current and/or previous work experience. Begin with your most current work experience through the previous ten (10) years. If you are unable to include ten (10) years of current and/or previous work experience you must include any combination of work or volunteer experience, academic or vocational school enrollment, and any periods of unemployment. The application may not contain any unexplained gaps in employment periods. Be sure to attach any required documents before submitting the application. Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement. 02 Please answer the following questions. This information is REQUIRED, as it will be used to initially determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in any subsequent competitive assessment to identify those applicants to be invited to continue in the examination process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of required supplemental responses. Please do not say, "see resume" or "see application" or your application and supplemental questionnaire will be deemed incomplete. Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement. 03 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. With the completion of this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement. 04 Notifications pertaining to a recruitment will be emailed to the email address provided on the employment application. Please provide a current and complete email on your application. Check your inbox as well as spam folder for correspondence as your email provider or personal settings may flag the email as spam. To check your application status, please log in to your account. Yes, I acknowledge and agree to the above statement. 05 Do you possess a current and valid California Driver's License? Yes No I possess a current and valid Driver's License in another state. 06 Please list the expiration date MM/DD/YY of your current and valid Driver License. If you currently do not possess a valid Driver License, please explain. 07 Do you possess a Technical College degree? Note: Education must be listed under the "Education" section of your application. Yes No 08 If you possess a degree from a Technical College, please specify the name of the college and degree obtained. If this does not apply to you, please state "N/A" 09 Please indicate the highest level of education that you have attained from an accredited college or university. Note: Education must be listed under the "Education" section of your application. None Some college Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 10 Which best describes your education major and supports the education listed on your application? If none, indicate "N/A". 11 How many years of work experience involving the servicing or performance of minor mechanical maintenance of automotive or other power-driven equipment do you posses? Note: Work experience must be listed on the application under "Work Experience" section. No Experience Less than 2 years 2 years, but less than 3 years 3 years, but less than 4 years 4 years, but less than 5 years 5 years or more 12 Describe your experience involving the servicing or performance of minor mechanical maintenance of automotive or other power-driven equipment. Include name of employer(s), job title(s), dates of employment and hours worked per week. If no experience, indicate "N/A". Note: Work experience must be listed on the application under "Work Experience" section. 13 How many years of work experience do you possess with arc or gas welding equipment? Note: Work experience must be listed on the application under "Work Experience" section. No Experience Less than 1 year 1 year, but less than 2 years 2 years, but less than 3 years 3 years, but less than 4 years 4 years, but less than 5 years More than 5 years 14 This position requires individuals to perform their work in the night shift from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Are you available to work from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM? Yes No 15 I acknowledge that if I am selected for the position as a condition of advancement persons hired in this classification will be required to possess or obtain certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in no less than three areas as a condition of advancement within the classification salary range. Yes, I have read and understand the information listed above. 16 This position is designated as safety-sensitive under FTA regulations and requires participation in a federally mandated drug and alcohol testing program, including random testing. Are you willing and able to comply with these requirements as a condition of employment? Yes No Required Question Employer City of Clovis, California Address 1625 Shaw Ave Suite 103 Clovis, California, 93611 Phone o: 559-324-2725 f: 559-324-2865 Website https://www.clovisca.gov/