Inspection Assistant, BAR (LA Trade Tech College)

Foundation for California Community Colleges•Los Angeles, CA

63d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Inspection Assistant position is intended to strengthen and expand the skills of students that have recently completed their training and obtained their smog check and/or repair licenses. The Inspection Assistant is responsible for performing emissions, OBD compliance and other specialized inspections, typically in high volume areas of the state. The position may also entail assisting Referee staff and management in Smog Check Referee and other duties as assigned. Assistants may be required to work alternative hours and days, at various established and remote locations using portable equipment. The Inspection Assistant position is a temporary, limited-term position for 1 year.

Requirements

Relevant AA/AS, equivalent work experience, or a combination of both.
Minimum of 1 + year(s) of related work experience.
BAR EO Inspector license.
Knowledge of current principles and practices of automobile repair and technology, including California state and local automotive repair policies and codes, and BAR smog check procedures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and system maintenance applications.
Strong initiative and ability to learn quickly.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Inspection Assistants cannot work for or have any financial interest in a smog test or repair station while employed with Foundation.

Nice To Haves

Some experience performing vehicle smog inspections preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and testing of vehicles for emissions and other compliance verification and communicate inspection results and information to vehicle owners and program management.
Promote the mission of the Foundation through the Bureau of Automotive Repair’s (BAR) Smog Check Referee Program and maintain a strong understanding of policies & procedures as well as practices regarding the program.
Maintain a calm, helping, and professional demeanor at all times when interacting with consumers, regardless of whether they do not maintain such standards.
Maintain communication with Regional Manager and other Referee sites by establishing and maintaining rapport with staff and students, attending meetings, and preparing and distributing necessary reports.
Reply to various technical questions from consumers.