Automotive Program Representative

CA Bureau of Automotive Repair; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Bureau of Automotive Repair in California seeks an Audits and Roadsides Inspector to enforce the Automotive Repair Act and perform roadside emissions surveys, analyzer gas audits, and statewide field support for roadsides operations and audits.

The role requires frequent travel across California, CDL, and medical clearance prior to hiring. The position is full-time, in-office with field work ranging up to 85% in the field, including driving as an essential function.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment and methods used in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment and methods used in automotive body damage, collision repair, refinishing and restoration.
• Ability to operate tools used in automotive repair, inspect automotive equipment, purchase parts and materials, keep accurate records of inventory, reconcile and make reports, follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others, work efficiently, report to work on time, maintain consistent, regular attendance, work under changing priorities or deadlines, look and act in a professional manner, and exhibit courteous behavior towards coworkers.
• Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.
• Ability to ask effective questions, evaluates information, apply guidelines and procedures, and make accurate and timely decisions.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to maximize utilization of computers to accomplish daily tasks.
• Positive attitude and highly motivated.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct roadside emissions surveys and Smog Check station inspections.
• Provide statewide field support for roadsides operations and statewide audits.
• Travel frequently with overnight stays throughout California.

Skills

Automotive equipment knowledge

Inspection methods

Record keeping

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Computer use

Decision making

Organizational skills

Tools

CDL (driver's license)

Job description

Job Posting: Audits and Roadsides Inspector

Department of Consumer Affairs

JC-533775

Audits and Roadsides Inspector

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

$5,873.00 - $8,008.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/20/2026

Job Description And Duties

Under the general supervision of the Automotive Program (AP) Supervisor I, the Automotive Program Representative (APR) performs the full range of duties enforcing the laws and regulations of the Automotive Repair Act (ARA) and the Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program. The incumbent is a member of the Audits and Inspections Branch and is responsible for conducting roadside emissions surveys, performing analyzer gas audits, and monitoring and providing statewide field support for roadsides operations, statewide audits and government and business fleet inspections. The incumbent will be required to travel frequently, with overnight stays throughout California.

Assignments may vary in complexity and responsibility appropriate to the incumbent's range level within the classification. Incumbents are expected to perform duties with increasing independence, complexity and higher consequence of error.

Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

The incumbent works 40 hours a week in the field primarily performing roadside surveys and performing Smog Check station inspections. Daily access to and use of a personal computer and telephone is essential. Sitting and standing requirements in the field are consistent with office work. In addition, the incumbent will spend approximately 85% of time per week in the field, which includes standing, sitting/driving and walking. Driving is an essential function of this position.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California driver's license (CDL). Provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your DL, clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, CDL number, class, and expiration.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment and methods used in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment and methods used in automotive body damage, collision repair, refinishing and restoration.
• Ability to operate tools used in automotive repair, inspect automotive equipment, purchase parts and materials, keep accurate records of inventory, reconcile and make reports, follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others, work efficiently, report to work on time, maintain consistent, regular attendance, work under changing priorities or deadlines, look and act in a professional manner, and exhibit courteous behavior towards coworkers.
• Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.
• Ability to ask effective questions, evaluates information, apply guidelines and procedures, and make accurate and timely decisions.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to maximize utilization of computers to accomplish daily tasks.
• Positive attitude and highly motivated.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-533775
• Position #: 646-121-6840-033
• Working Title: Audits and Roadsides Inspector
• Classification: AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE
• $5,873.00 - $7,284.00 A
• $6,445.00 - $8,008.00 B
• # of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility: Bureau of Automotive Repair

Contact Information

Hiring Unit Contact: Douglas Williams

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[e-mail]

EEO Contact: EEO Officer

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[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

This position is located in Rancho Cordova, CA.

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