An Automotive Technician II/III inspects, diagnoses, repairs and adjusts a variety of mechanical difficulties on light and heavy equipment and vehicles; inspects, diagnosis, repairs and maintains police and fire equipment as assigned; determines extent of necessary repairs; estimates time, materials and equipment for jobs assigned; overhauls, repairs and adjusts engines, clutches, carburetors, generators, distributors and pumps; maintains and repairs electrical system components, ignition systems, alternators, starters and batteries; replaces or repairs faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms and related parts and equipment; repairs and replaces components including generators, distributors, relays, lights and switches; repairs, adjusts, and replaces brake systems including wheel cylinders, master cylinders, disc pads, machine drums and rotors, and hydraulic and air brakes; installs, repairs and maintains specialized equipment such as light bars, two-way radios and mounting brackets; performs service calls on job sites to perform minor repairs; performs safety inspections on all City vehicles and equipment; fabricates and modifies parts and equipment; maintains and repairs shop equipment; maintains work, time and material records; cleans and maintains assigned work area; disposes of hazardous materials according to established procedures; assists other mechanics on a variety of repair work; as assigned paints, welds and does bodywork on vehicles, equipment and machinery.

Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible automotive and equipment maintenance and repair experience.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in mechanical repair or a related field.

License/Certificate: Certification as ASE Master Automobile OR Truck Technician. Possession of, or the ability to obtain and maintain, valid CA DL (Class B) within 12 months of hire date.

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible automotive and equipment maintenance and repair experience.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in mechanical repair or a related field.

License/Certificate:

• Certification as ASE Master Automobile and Truck Technician.
• Possession of valid California Commercial Driver’s License (Class B).
• California State Certification for Government Smog Station
• Possession of a Fire Mechanics certification may be required depending on area of assignment.

As a condition of employment, incumbent must obtain a California Commercial Driver’s License (Class B), and Government Smog License within twelve (12) months of hire date.

Internal candidates: Failing to obtain the California Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) within twelve (12) months of hire date will be reverted to their previous classification without right of appeal.

External candidates: Failing to obtain the California Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) within twelve (12) months of hire date will be terminated without right of appeal.

Environmental Conditions: Garage environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, fumes, gases, toxic chemicals, solvents and electrical energy.

Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, bending, stooping, kneeling or standing for prolonged periods of time; heavy, moderate or light lifting; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Selection Process: All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Failure to provide all required application materials will result in disqualification from the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral exam, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the Eligibility List and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.

Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination. Drug screening may be required.
RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS, BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION PACKAGE.

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