Garage Attendant

Ventura County•Ventura, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Garage Attendant performs minor maintenance on motor vehicles and performs other related work as required. This classification is allocated to the General Services Agency, Fleet Division, and the Fire Protection Agency. It is a trainee/entry level classification, and Veteran's Points may apply to eligible candidates. Incumbents may be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. The Garage Attendant is represented by the Service Employee's International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.

Requirements

Some experience in automotive services which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, communicate effectively and work with simple arithmetic calculations, and a work history which has included some minor vehicle maintenance, refueling, or related work.
Possession of and the ability to maintain a valid California driver license.
Pre-employment drug testing and participation in the County's ongoing random drug testing program.
Working knowledge of the safe operation of vehicles and equipment; and procedures to maintain simple records.
Working ability to perform minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree.
Bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
Veteran's Points may apply to eligible candidates.

Responsibilities

Refuels vehicles, issues and records return of garage pool vehicles and cleans vehicles as required
Performs minor mechanical tasks such as replacing radiator hoses and fanbelts
Keeps work areas clean
May assist service worker in performing other equipment service functions
Keeps related records in mileage and associated charges to departments/agents for fleet vehicle use
Mounts, repairs and balances tires and tubes
Performs other related duties as required