Job Description
Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:
Selection Procedure
The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton?
The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.
Recruitment Process
The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity. This position is considered safety-sensitive as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and a pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required. A search of previous drug and alcohol testing records will also be conducted through FMCSA. Positions that require maintaining a CDL are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Communication from the City of Renton
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.
This position is represented by AFSCME, Local 2170, and the applicable benefits are as follows:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
The City contributes 1% of base pay into individual employee VEBA accounts, which can be used to pay out of pocket medical expenses.
Life Insurance
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Please explain why you are interested in applying for this position with the City of Renton.
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Do you have a valid CDL Class A endorsement?
Please list any additional CDL endorsements you have (e.g., medical certificate, trailer, tanker, hazmat, etc.).
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Do you have two years' vocational automotive technical training?
If so, please explain your training and where you received it.
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Do you have two years' experience in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy and light gasoline, diesel and battery-powered equipment and electrical systems? Please be sure to include this experience in your application under 'Work Experience'.
Thank you for your interest in joining the City of Renton team. We have adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, such as candidates' names, contact information, etc. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. You must thoroughly complete the education section (if applicable to the qualifications of this position) and work experience section in chronological order. You must also provide a thorough response to each of the Supplemental Questions. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application as described above without any personal identifiers included. Failure to do so may result in elimination from further consideration. Have you read and understood the information listed above?
Employer City of Renton
Address 1055 South Grady Way
Renton, Washington, 98057
Phone 425-430-7650
Website http://www.rentonwa.gov/jobs
- This recruitment has been extended. Closing date is now May 26th, 2025*
Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:
- Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employee's salary.
- VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employee's salary.
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates
- Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year
- State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy vehicles, trucks, and other large and small diesel, battery, and gasoline-powered equipment, as follows:
- Service and repair steering, hydraulic, electrical, heating and cooling systems.
- Repair drive trains and axles, including multi-axles and controls.
- Perform major overhauls of single-engine and multi-engine systems, including propane and diesel engines.
- Repair and adjust transmissions, high-pressure pumps and compressors, valves, differentials, clutches, rear ends, and power take-offs.
- Service, repair, replace, and adjust engines, carburetors, fuel injection systems, and valves.
- Replace, fit and adjust pistons, rings and bearings.
- Clean, repair and replace fuel pumps, fuel lines, gauges and electrical wiring systems.
- Repair and replace alternators, voltage regulators, batteries, and electrical wiring.
- Adjust and reline brakes and maintain, rebuild and replace air and hydraulic brake system components.
- Perform front end alignment and repair, and change and balance tires.
- Diagnose a variety of vehicle computers and computerized sensors, and replace faulty components and parts as needed.
- Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing, soldering and regular routine service on City-owned tractors, machinery and equipment, and fabricate special equipment, tools, parts, and structures as needed.
- Test drive and evaluate new equipment for operation, repair and maintenance.
- Determine salvage of vehicles and equipment.
- Operate a variety of equipment and machinery including pressure and system testers, ARC and oxy-acetylene welders, computerized diagnostic equipment, scopes, digital meters, gauges, lathe, grinders, tire changing and balancing machines, hoists and jacks, emission control test equipment and a variety of power and hand tools.
- Respond to emergency requests, and drive to City sites to perform repairs to City vehicles as needed.
- Lubricate parts and change oil and filters on City-owned equipment.
- Inspect and repair tire punctures and damage as appropriate.
- Recharge and install new batteries, and replace headlights, taillights, and turn signals.
- Enter into the maintenance tracking system safety, preventive maintenance, and general work performed on each vehicle and City equipment.
- Assist with developing and implementing a preventive maintenance program, to include how worked performed, parts used, time requirements, safety records, etc. will be maintained.
- Determine necessary parts for the shop function, order parts through requisition for vehicles and equipment, and maintain vendor lists.
- Perform safety checks and inspections on City trucks, passenger vehicles and other mechanical equipment.
- Ensure vehicles meet State and local standards for public transportation and safety compliance.
- Maintain shop area, equipment, and tools in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. Determine the need for outside assistance in major repairs involving City-owned vehicles and equipment, and coordinate outside repairs, seeking approval as necessary.
- Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
- Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
- Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes. Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
- Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- May be assigned to support critical city priorities during disasters or other emergencies.
- Two years vocational automotive technical training.
- Two years' experience in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy and light gasoline, diesel and battery-powered equipment and electrical systems.
- Or 4 years of relevant education and experience.
- Valid Driver's license. Successful passing of a required driving record check.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License. Positions that require a CDL Class A are safety sensitive positions. Employment is contingent upon successful drug and alcohol screening and subject to random testing.
- Successful passing of a required background check and national fingerprint-based records check.
- Attention to detail.
- Communicate effectively.
- Customer service focus.
- Positive interactions with all individuals.
- Build collaborative relationships.
- Anticipate problems and develop contingency plans.
- Show initiative while performing job tasks.
- Remain flexible to changing priorities.
- Determine priorities and take prompt action.
- Commitment to racial, social, and economic equity issues and working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Meet deadlines and respond timely to achieve common goals.
- Be receptive to the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of influence of one's own behavior on them.
- Work effectively with others to achieve common goals.
- Make difficult decisions in a timely manner.
- Conflict-resolution skills.
- May drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
- Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
- Operate a computer and other office equipment.
- Communicate with City employees and residents.
- Lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
- Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.
- Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.
- Work is performed in a mechanical shop environment and occasionally outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Exposure to hazardous materials and noise from equipment.
- Noise level in the shop or out in the field is moderately loud.
- Work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.
Selection Procedure
The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton?
The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.
Recruitment Process
The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity. This position is considered safety-sensitive as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and a pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required. A search of previous drug and alcohol testing records will also be conducted through FMCSA. Positions that require maintaining a CDL are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Communication from the City of Renton
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.
This position is represented by AFSCME, Local 2170, and the applicable benefits are as follows:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Employees are offered a choice of medical/vision coverage through either Kaiser Permanente or the City's self-insured plan. Preferred Provider Option is available through the self-insured plan. Rates for both plans are available on the Benefit webpage. Please click on the link at the bottom of the page for details.
- The dental insurance plan covers services such as regular checkups, x-rays, fillings and crowns. Orthodontia coverage is also provided.
- The City contributes 3% of the employee's base wage rate into a deferred compensation retirement plan.
- Employees may also set aside a percentage of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis.
- Employees are enrolled in either the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Plan (PERS) or the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
- The following position is required to be enrolled in PSERS*
- Probation Officer
- If an employee was in PERS prior to 2006, the employee had the choice to remain in the PERS plan.
- Both the employee and employer contribute to the plan.
The City contributes 1% of base pay into individual employee VEBA accounts, which can be used to pay out of pocket medical expenses.
Life Insurance
- A group term life insurance policy is provided to each employee at a value equivalent to the annual salary, up to $50,000.
- Each eligible dependent is also provided with a $1,000 policy. There is no cost to the employee.
- Optional supplemental insurance is available for employees and their dependents at group rates.
- Many employees are provided with a long term disability policy up to the equivalent of 60% of their salary.
- The City offers employees the opportunity to open two separate tax-free accounts through salary reduction. One account is to pay for expenses not covered by health insurance and the other account is for child care costs.
- Employees accrue vacation beginning with the first day of employment as follows: 12 days per year (0-5 years); 18 days per year (6-10 years); 21 days per year (11-15 years); 24 days per year (16-20 years); and 27 days per year (21+ years).
- Employees may access their vacation after six months of employment.
- Upon employment, the employee receives a sick leave bank of 24 hours, with an additional 24 hours awarded after three months.
- Thereafter, sick leave accrues at the rate of four hours each pay period.
- A confidential counseling assessment and referral service is available without cost to employees and family members for help with personal, family or job-related problems.
- The City of Renton pays employees on the tenth and the twenty-fifth of each month (24 pay periods each year).
- The City recognizes eleven holidays and offers two "personal" holidays each calendar year for most employees, unless otherwise specified in a labor contract.
- Flexible work schedules are available in many departments.
- Unlimited free rides on various bus systems as well as various carpool and rideshare options are available for City employees.
01
Please explain why you are interested in applying for this position with the City of Renton.
02
Do you have a valid CDL Class A endorsement?
- Yes
- No
Please list any additional CDL endorsements you have (e.g., medical certificate, trailer, tanker, hazmat, etc.).
04
Do you have two years' vocational automotive technical training?
- Yes
- No
If so, please explain your training and where you received it.
06
Do you have two years' experience in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of heavy and light gasoline, diesel and battery-powered equipment and electrical systems? Please be sure to include this experience in your application under 'Work Experience'.
- Yes
- No
Thank you for your interest in joining the City of Renton team. We have adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, such as candidates' names, contact information, etc. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. You must thoroughly complete the education section (if applicable to the qualifications of this position) and work experience section in chronological order. You must also provide a thorough response to each of the Supplemental Questions. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application as described above without any personal identifiers included. Failure to do so may result in elimination from further consideration. Have you read and understood the information listed above?
- Yes, I have read and understood the information listed above.
Employer City of Renton
Address 1055 South Grady Way
Renton, Washington, 98057
Phone 425-430-7650
Website http://www.rentonwa.gov/jobs