Mechanic (Promotional)

City of Torrance • Torrance, CA

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About The Position

The City of Torrance is recruiting a Mechanic for its General Services Fleet Services Division. The position diagnoses, maintains, and repairs automobiles, light-duty trucks, motorcycles, field equipment, and other vehicles powered by gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuels. The work includes repairing and replacing housings, brackets, and accessories using machining tools and equipment; operating computer-aided diagnostic, vehicle-testing, and operating equipment; and entering repair orders and records of time, parts, materials, and work performed into an automated system. Related duties may be assigned. This is a promotional opportunity for eligible City civil service employees. Candidates must have completed six months of actual service after permanent appointment by the final filing period. Successful candidates must pass a background check and pre-employment medical examination. The position performs DOT-defined safety-sensitive functions and is subject to federal drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of automobiles and/or powered equipment, including at least one year at the journey level.
• A comprehensive automotive technology program or degree may substitute for two years of required experience, subject to approval by the Human Resources and Fleet Services Divisions and coverage of systems such as electrical, computer-controlled vehicles, emissions, drivetrain, cooling, fuel, and ignition.
• A valid California driver's license of the appropriate class.
• Must provide personal mechanic hand tools up to one inch to perform job duties.
• Must have completed six months of actual service after permanent appointment as a civil service employee by the final filing period.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment medical examination.
• Must comply with DOT safety-sensitive drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certificates or certifications.
• Knowledge of current technology in the field.
• Knowledge of equipment using emerging and alternative fuels and energy sources.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair automobiles, light-duty trucks, motorcycles, field equipment, and other powered vehicles.
• Repair and replace housings, brackets, and accessories using machining tools and equipment.
• Operate computer-aided diagnostic equipment and vehicle-testing or operating equipment.
• Maintain and enter repair orders and records of time spent, materials and parts used, and work performed in an automated system.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed