Auto/Equipment Mechanic

The California State University; California (MO); On-site; USD 59,761 - 87,059; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The California State University is hiring an Automotive/Equipment Mechanic to work in California. This position involves the repair and maintenance of automotive and heavy equipment, ensuring services are performed to meet standards. The ideal candidate has experience in this field and must have a valid driver’s license. The anticipated monthly salary ranges from $6,400 to $6,528, with a comprehensive benefits package valued at 30-35% of the base salary. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment and determine extent of repairs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect automotive and construction equipment to assess repairs.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems.
• Make repairs to automobiles and heavy equipment.

Skills

Wiring and electrical theory

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Making skilled repairs

Diagnosis of mechanical and electrical malfunctions

Operating all relevant tools and equipment

Education

Completion of standard apprenticeship program

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Computerized maintenance systems

Job description

Reporting to the Associate Director- Architectural Trades & Auto Services, the Automotive/Equipment Mechanic is assigned to the Auto Shop within the Maintenance & Operations unit of the Facilities Development & Operations and works independently or as a team member under the general supervision of the Auto Shop Supervisor. The Automotive/Equipment Mechanic performs the full range of skilled journey-level automotive/heavy equipment mechanical work in the overhaul, repair, maintenance, service and adjustment of automotive, heavy maintenance, heavy construction, and other specialty equipment and engines. Incumbents typically inspect, perform diagnostic tests, determine necessary corrective action, and make minor-to-major repairs to automobiles and similar vehicles and/or maintenance and construction equipment including performance of smog and other regulatory or manufacturer recommended tests. The incumbent uses a computerized maintenance system to ensure the preventive maintenance program objectives are met and conducts vehicle inspections and maintains records; and may serve as a campus vehicle inspector.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect automotive, maintenance, construction and/or farm equipment to determine necessary corrective action
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems in vehicles and equipment
• Make minor-to-major repairs to automobiles and similar vehicles, engines, and/or to maintenance and construction equipment
• Fabricate, construct and/or modify equipment, mechanical, engine and body parts
• Repair pump and compressor engines
• Maintain vehicle inspection, maintenance and repair records using manual and/or computerized record‑keeping systems
• Where requested or designated, serve as a campus vehicle inspector
• Operate and maintain tools, machinery and computerized systems used in the maintenance, repair and fabrication of automotive, maintenance and/or construction equipment
• Use computer for communicating, researching parts and specifications, coordinating, documenting work details, and recording time log
• Report problems and needed repairs to supervisor to be documented and scheduled

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of wiring and electrical theory and engine principles
• Working knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to automotive and other power‑driven equipment, including applicable smog regulations
• Must be able to make skilled repairs to applicable automotive, maintenance and/or construction equipment
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions
• Inspect vehicles and equipment and determine extent of repairs
• Ability to analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Ability to operate all applicable tools and equipment necessary to perform skilled trade work
• Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, diagrams, and specifications to fabricate parts
• Ability to make rough sketches and to estimate the cost, time and materials of assigned work
• Ability to maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and computerized record‑keeping systems, and to prepare standard reports
• Ability to provide instruction to unskilled and semi‑skilled assistants
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, utility cart, scissor lift, boom lift, forklift, and other equipment (as certified) to successfully complete assignments.

Required Qualifications

• These abilities normally would be acquired through any combination of progressively responsible training and experience as an automotive and/or equipment mechanic which demonstrates achievement of journey‑level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard apprenticeship program
• Must participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification indicating completion of an applicable apprenticeship program in the automotive and/or mechanical trades
• Five years of journey‑level work experience in the automotive and/or equipment mechanic trades

License

A valid driver’s license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver’s license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

Compensation

Classification: Automotive/Equipment Mechanic
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,400/month - $6,528/month (Step 10 – Step 11)
CSU Salary Range: $5,355/month - $7,801/month (Step 1 – Step 20)

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30‑35% of your base salary.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University is an equal‑opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.