Auto Mechanic

County of Alameda • Dublin, CA

2d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Auto Mechanic provides preventive maintenance and diagnoses mechanical failures in passenger vehicles, vans, and light-duty trucks rated up to one ton. The position performs major overhauling and repair work, designs and installs special vehicle equipment, and conducts comprehensive inspections to ensure vehicles are safe to operate. Related duties may also be assigned. Auto mechanics must provide their own hand tools.

The recruitment establishes a countywide eligible list for Alameda County departments and agencies, with immediate vacancies in the General Services Agency and Public Works Agency. Employees are designated Disaster Service Workers and must report to work as ordered during emergencies.

Requirements

• Complete an accredited apprenticeship in the auto mechanics trade or hold an associate degree in Automotive Technology.
• Have the equivalent of three years of journey-level experience maintaining and repairing passenger vehicles, vans, or light-duty trucks, including brakes, suspension, steering systems, and electrical/electronic systems, in an independent shop, dealership, or fleet setting.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Motor Vehicle Class C Driver’s License.
• Submit DMV evidence showing current license status at the time of application and have a clean driving record for the preceding three years.
• Possess ASE certifications A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems, A8 – Engine Performance, and L1 – Advanced Engine Performance Specialist.
• Possess a State of California Smog Inspectors License.
• Provide personal hand tools.
• Have knowledge of automotive maintenance and repair standards, safety practices and PPE, vehicle systems, diagnostic equipment, and tools used to maintain and repair vehicles.
• Be able to diagnose mechanical and electrical failures, fabricate special installations, follow written and oral instructions, use technology and fleet management systems, perform work safely, and provide customer service.

Nice To Haves

• ASE A1 – Engine Repair.
• ASE A2 – Automatic Transmission.
• ASE A3 – Manual Drive Train and Axles.
• ASE A4 – Suspension and Steering.
• ASE A5 – Brakes.
• ASE A7 – Heating and Air Conditioning.
• ASE A9 – Light Vehicle Diesel Engines.
• California Bureau of Automotive Repair training may substitute for specified ASE certifications: Electrical/Electronic Systems Training for A6; Engine Performance Systems Training for A8; Advanced Engine Performance/Emission Systems Training for L1; and Repair for Diagnostic & Repair for A6, A8, and L1.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive maintenance for passenger vehicles, vans, and light-duty trucks rated up to one ton.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures.
• Perform major vehicle overhauling and repair work.
• Design, fabricate, and install special equipment in vehicles.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections to ensure vehicles are in safe working condition.
• Use tools and equipment safely and skillfully to complete complex automotive repairs.
• Read and follow manufacturers’ specifications and repair manuals, including electronic manuals.
• Use fleet management systems, online repair manuals, computer programs, and current smog testing equipment.
• Operate a tow truck.
• Work collaboratively and provide excellent customer service.
• Report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Benefits

• Medical HMO and PPO plans.
• Dental HMO and PPO plans.
• Vision coverage or vision reimbursement.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance, including optional dependent coverage for eligible employees.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, including Health FSA, Dependent Care, and Adoption Assistance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness, long-term care, hospital indemnity, and legal services.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 or Roth).
• 12 paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave accrual and a vacation purchase program.
• Catastrophic Sick Leave.
• Pet insurance.
• Commuter benefits and Guaranteed Ride Home.
• Employee Wellness Program, including fitness and incentive-based programs and gym membership discounts.
• Employee discount program.
• Child care resources.
• 1st United Credit Union.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree