Auto Mechanic

Alameda County; Oakland (CA); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Alameda County is seeking an experienced Auto Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical issues, and overhaul repairs on passenger vehicles up to 1-ton. The role includes designing/installing special equipment and conducting thorough safety inspections.

Minimum qualifications include an accredited apprenticeship or an associate degree in Automotive Technology, plus three years of journey-level experience. DMV license required with a clean record.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship in the auto mechanics trade or an associate degree in Automotive Technology.
• Three years journey-level experience in maintenance and repair of passenger vehicles, vans or light-duty trucks.
• Possess and maintain a valid California DMV Class C Driver’s License with a clean 3-year record.
• ASE certifications: A6, A8, L1 and CA Smog Inspectors License.
• Desirable: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A7, A9 certifications and BAR Electrical training substitutions.

Responsabilités

• Provide preventive maintenance and diagnose mechanical failure in vehicles up to 1-ton rating.
• Complete major overhauling and repair work as required.
• Design and install special equipment in vehicles.
• Conduct comprehensive vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Work under general supervision and support county departments as needed.

Formation

Accredited apprenticeship in auto mechanics trade

Associate degree in Automotive Technology

ASE A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems Certification

ASE A8 Engine Performance Certification

ASE L1 – Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

State of California Smog Inspectors License

A1 Engine Repair (Desirable)

A2 Automatic Transmission (Desirable)

A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles (Desirable)

A4 Suspension and Steering (Desirable)

A5 Brakes (Desirable)

A7 Heating and Air Conditioning (Desirable)

A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines (Desirable)

Description du poste

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, to provide preventive maintenance and to diagnose mechanical failure in passenger vehicles, vans, light-duty trucks (up to 1-ton rating); to complete major overhauling and repair work; to design and install special equipment in vehicles; to conduct comprehensive vehicle inspections ensuring that vehicles are in safe working condition; and to do related work as required.

For more information about the job classification, please visit: Auto Mechanic (9420)

THE VACANCIES

We are currently recruiting to establish a countywide eligible list that will be used by any County department or agency needing to fill a vacancy in this classification. There are immediate vacancies in the General Services Agency and Public Works Agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship in the auto mechanics trade, or an associate degree in Automotive Technology.
• The equivalent of three (3) years of journey-level experience in the maintenance and repair of passenger vehicles, vans or light-duty trucks, including brakes, suspension, steering systems, and electricals/electronics, in an independent shop, dealership, or fleet experience.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Motor Vehicle Class C Driver’s License. Candidates must submit evidence from the DMV showing current status of their license at the time of application and must have a clean driving record for the previous three-year period.
• Must possess the following Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications: A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems; A8 – Engine Performance; L1 – Advanced Engine Performance Specialist; State of California Smog Inspectors License.
• The following certifications are desirable: A1- Engine Repair; A2 - Automatic Transmission; A3 - Manual Drive Train and Axles; A4 - Suspension and Steering; A5 - Brakes; A7 - Heating and Air Conditioning; A9 - Light Vehicle Diesel Engines.
• State of California Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Training may substitute as follows: Electrical