An Automotive Mechanic Apprentice is a four-year State-approved program where incumbents learn to perform a wide range of diagnostic, installation, maintenance and repair duties on a variety of automotive, heavy truck, heavy equipment and other mechanical equipment. Work of this class involves no lead or supervisory duties. Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical supervisor and a specific number of hours of classroom training. Employees in this class may work shift work including weekend hours. Work is performed in an automotive repair shop where unpleasant odors and dirty and greasy shop conditions are regularly encountered. Work requires some strenuous physical exertion including lifting, bending, crawling and periods of prolonged standing.