Fleet Services Student Worker

County of Ventura; Saticoy (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A county government in California is seeking a Fleet Services Student Worker. The role involves assisting mechanics with repairs and maintenance on automobiles and heavy equipment. Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant automotive program and will gain practical experience in the field. Physical capability to perform the tasks is required, and a California driver license is necessary. This is an entry-level position offering valuable exposure in automotive technology.

Qualifications

• Must provide proof of enrollment in at least nine (9) units at the undergraduate level.
• Must either possess or be able to obtain a valid California driver license.
• Ability to handle physical requirements such as lifting heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanics with vehicle body repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Operate equipment as required to carry out maintenance.
• Maintain records of repairs made and time worked.

Education

Enrollment in College level Automotive or Auto Body Technology program

Job description

Overview

Fleet Services Student Worker role at County of Ventura. Under close supervision, the Fleet Student Worker assists mechanics in the General Services Agency Fleet Division with technical work on automobiles, auto bodies, and heavy equipment to provide students with practical experience in automotive and heavy equipment technology.

Responsibilities

• Depending upon assignment, assists mechanics with vehicle body repairs, or preventative maintenance of automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment.
• Mounts, balances and repairs tires and tubes.
• Operates equipment as required to carry out maintenance.
• Depending upon assignment, assists mechanics with vehicle frame repairs, or overhaul and repair of automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment.
• Assists mechanics with safety inspections.
• Picks up parts and equipment and delivers vehicles.
• Maintains records of repairs made, work orders and time worked, while performing repairs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education, Training, And Experience: Student Worker III - No experience is required, however candidates must be enrolled in a College level Automotive or Auto Body Technology program. Students must provide proof that they are enrolled in at least nine (9) units of academic/technical college/university courses at the undergraduate level. Student Worker III's may work during the summer upon providing evidence that they have graduated from high school or carried at least nine (9) units in the previous spring session, are enrolled for at least nine (9) units for the next fall session, OR are enrolled in at least three (3) units of summer courses. Note: Audits of class enrollment will be routinely completed to ensure minimum requirements are being met.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must either possess or be able to obtain a valid California driver license by the date of hire. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, twist, and lift heavy objects.

Recruitment Process and Other Information: Final filing date is continuous; apply as soon as possible. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. See the County of Ventura Human Resources website for details. Note that resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application form.

In addition, the selection process includes a supplemental questionnaire, background investigation, and potential eligible list timing. The position is represented by SEIU as extra-help with no benefits.

Agency Information

General Services Agency - Fleet. Location: Ventura County, California.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.