Police Mechanic Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $65,364.00 - $79,452.00 Annually
Location : Corporation Yard 8095 Lincoln Street, Riverside, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-5330-02
Department: General Services
Division: GEN SERV - CENTRAL GARAGE
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
The Position
The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of MECHANIC to fill vacancies in the Central Garage Division of the General Services Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
The Mechanic performs skilled preventative maintenance, mechanical repair, and tire repair and replacements on a variety of diesel, compressed natural gas, and gasoline powered automotive, police, fire, construction, and towed equipment.
Must be available to work swing shift (3:00pm - 12:30am (additional pay $2.00/hourly))
Work Performed
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections, diagnosis and repair mechanical defects on all, forklifts, refuse trucks, utility lifts and crane trucks, towed equipment, para-transit bus, sweepers, construction equipment, fire apparatus, police vehicles and equipment, standby generators, and mechanical
  equipment.
• Perform work on fire equipment and apparatus, compressed natural gas filling station, and dispensing equipment on as-needed basis; inspect and service generators and routine fire station equipment and apparatus inspections, and related repairs.
• Assist and participate in engine tune-ups, overhauls, and general repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive mechanical equipment; perform skilled repairs and installation of new parts on drivetrain, steering, hydraulic, electrical, suspension, air compression, air or hydraulic brake systems, ignition, hydraulic pumps and controls, and air conditioning systems.
• Perform routine (non-structural) metal work such as cutting, welding, soldering and minor fabrication.
• Maintain and repair gas- and diesel-powered light and heavy fire equipment and apparatus such as automobiles, trucks, pumps and generators on as-needed basis; perform brake inspections, diagnosis and perform related brake repairs and replacements.
• Inspect, maintain, breakdown, repair, mount and balance tires on various city vehicles and equipment.
• Make emergency field repairs to equipment and vehicles and may be requested to respond to emergencies after regular working hours and on weekends.
• Participate in formal training as well as hands-on cross-training consisting of more complex vehicle and equipment repairs to increase skills and knowledge.
• Maintain accurate computer-based time and material records and properly annotate all work performed; develop work orders, place parts order requests, and retrieve needed parts.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with applicable Federal and State safety standards.
• Maintain work area in a clean and neat condition and perform related work as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED). Supplemental specialized training in the maintenance and repair of diesel-powered equipment is highly desirable.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in automotive repair work, of which one (1) year of experience performing skilled servicing and heavy equipment repair work. Experience and certification in alternative fuel systems is highly desirable.
Necessary Special Requirements: Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of an appropriate, valid Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Possession of a valid Class "A" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License upon completion of probation.
• Possession of an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification is highly desirable. Successful completion of ASE Series test either Car and Light Truck Series A1, A3, A5 and A6 or Medium and Heavy-Duty Truck Series T2, T4 and T6 certifications is required during the probationary period.
• Acquisition of Master ASE certification in either the "A" or "T" series within two (2) years of appointment to the classification.
• The incumbent must maintain all certifications throughout the course of employment in this classification.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions, indoors and out, with exposure to wide temperature variations, noise, vibrations, fumes, grease and oils, machinery and its moving parts, odors and dust. Physical demands require bending, stooping and frequent heavy lifting of moderately heavy objects weighing up to fifty pounds. Incumbent must be able to see and hear in the normal range with or without correction.
Selection Process
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
Positions that require, or may require, a are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - General Unit
The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,687 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $85 per month.
• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance equal to $100,000. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employees and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
• Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $50 a month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
• Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the SEIU MOU for specific details.
• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
• State Disability Insurance - Automatic coverage administered by the Employee Development Department (EDD) of the State of California
• Vacation Accrual - 0-4 yrs. = 80hrs, 5-9 yrs. = 120hrs, 10+ yrs. = 160 hrs.

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For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.
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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum and/or highly desirable qualifications for the position in which you are applying. Detailed responses must be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.
(*Do not refer to a resume in lieu of completing the supplemental questions).
Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

• I understand.

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Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.

• Less than a High School Diploma or GED
• High School diploma or GED
• Some college (up to 59 semester units or 89 quarter units)
• Associate's degree or equivalent (60 semester or 90 quarter units)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (120 semester or 180 quarter units)
• Master's degree
• PhD

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Do you possess a minimum of (3) years of full-time experience in automotive repair work?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following regarding your experience:Employer:Job Title:Years of Experience:Examples of Duties:If you answered "No", please list "N/A".
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Does the experience detailed in the previous question include one (1) year of experience performing skilled servicing and heavy equipment repair work?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate the type of valid driver's license you currently possess.

• None
• Class A
• Class B
• Class C
• Out of State

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I understand if I do not currently possess a valid Class "A" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License, I will be required to have this license upon completion of probation.

• Yes
• No

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Have you completed specialized training in the maintenance and repair of diesel powered equipment?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently possess Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification? (please attach certification to the application)

• Yes
• No

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I understand successful completion of ASE Series test either Car and Light Truck Series A1, A3, A5 and A6 or Medium and Heavy Duty Truck Series T2, T4 and T6 certifications is required during the probationary period.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that acquisition of Master ASE certification in either the "A" or "T" series is required within two (2) years of appointment to the classification.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that the incumbent must maintain all certifications throughout the course of employment in this classification.

• Yes
• No

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I understand that work is performed in a variety of environmenta