Senior Automotive Mechanic
Senior Automotive Mechanic
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$ 70019 - 88873
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ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riversides Purchasing and Fleet Department has an opportunity for a Senior Automotive Mechanic who will be assigned to the Fleet Services Division in Moreno Valley.
The Senior Automotive Mechanic will be responsible for troubleshooting and performing complex mechanical repairs such as diagnosing engine knocks unusual noises or failures as well as diagnosing issues with transaxles transmissions and differentials on a variety of gasoline and alternative fuel-powered automobiles and light trucks. Additionally the Senior Automotive Mechanic will lead and train other mechanics and perform installations of smog devices and specialized equipment on vehicles.
Competitive candidates will possess experience utilizing Fleet Management systems and Microsoft Office including Outlook and Excel. Experience in a lead or supervisory capacity as well as previous automotive maintenance experience working in the public sector is also highly desired.
Selected applicants will be required to supply their own personal hand tools; all other tools (e.g. lifts brake machines) will be provided.
This position follows a 9/80 schedule working Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Meet the Team!
The Purchasing and Fleet Services Departmentsprimary function is to provide vehicles goods and services to other County Departments and agencies within the County of Riverside. Providing a unified purchasing system that ensures integrity and fairness with centralized responsibility for oversight of solicitation vendor selection negotiation award contract management reporting disposal of surplus property and emergency logistical support for the benefit of Riverside County agencies.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Estimates time and materials needed for a variety of repair work; requisitions materials and supplies; and assists in the training of less experienced mechanics and service workers.Performs the more difficult mechanical repairs; diagnoses motor knocks noises or failures; diagnoses transaxle transmission and differential failures; interprets computer command control fault codes; reads comprehends and follows electrical and mechanical schematics.Performs installation of smog devices and special equipment on vehicles.Performs random quality assurance inspections on completed vehicle repairs; inspects the garage for safety violations; and conducts monthly safety meetings as directed.Assumes responsibility of the garage in the absence of the Automotive Services Supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Two years as a journey level automotive mechanic.
License/Certificate:
Possession of a valid California drivers license Class C or higher.
Additionally an Unlimited Smog License and Brake Adjusters License is required.Candidates without current valid Unlimited Smog and/or Brake Adjusters Licenses who are selected to fill this position classification have one year from the time of appointment to obtain this/these licenses.
Knowledge of:Tools equipment practices and materials used in the maintenance and repair of light motorized vehicles; principles of internal combustion engines.Ability to: Diagnose motor knocks noise or failures; diagnose and repair fuel injection systems and drivability problems; operate equipment used in repairing servicing and analyzing engine performance; diagnose and repair heating and air conditioning failures brake systems emission control systems and major component repair; estimate time and materials needed to complete a job; do mechanical work; assign direct and evaluate the work of others; understand and follow oral and written instructions. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Essential Physical Abilities:
The Senior Automotive Mechanic works in a garage or outdoors and is exposed to inclement weather. This position requires independent body mobility to stand and move heavy mechanical components engines and systems from several types of vehicles utilizing a crane. The Senior Automotive Mechanic must also be able to perform tasks involving lifting carrying pushing or pulling heavy objects with assistance and walking on uneven or wet surfaces while carrying tools.All applicants must submit proof of their current valid licensing or sign a written agreement to obtain such required license(s) within one year of appointment before they will be appointed. All applicants must also maintain as current all required licenses in order to maintain the Senior Automotive Mechanic position.
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
If you have any questions regarding this posting please contact Alex Jones at
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
