Job Description

Job Description and Duties

AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC – COASTAL DIVISION / ORANGE COAST DISTRICT / DISTRICTWIDE

This is a TAU (Temporary Authorization Utilization) in lieu of a permanent position for a period of time. The maximum duration of a TAU appointment is 9 months or, will be terminated 60 days after the establishment of a list. This position may become permanent at a later date; however, the candidate selected for the TAU appointment must compete in the administered exam, pass the exam, and place within the top 3 ranks before a permanent appointment can be received.  Applicants for TAU appointments must meet the minimum qualifications for the classification as noted in the class specification.

The reporting location for this position is District Headquarters in San Clemente, CA. This position will work under the direction of the Park Maintenance Chief I.   

The Automobile Mechanic will assist automotive staff and work under the leadership of the Heavy equipment Mechanic. Duties will include, but are not limited to the service and repair of all small utilities  equipment and automotive equipment, troubleshooting, analysis of equipment failure, equipment lubrication and service schedules, major engine overhauls, and keeping vehicles and equipment in a high level of service and safety.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

Temporary Appointment Authorization may be considered.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class,  expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961 , this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962 .

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Greg Kania at (949) 233-2048 or at greg.kania@parks.ca.gov .  

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Automotive Shop

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-925-6851-005 and the Job Control # JC-492775 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. 

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or  applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Remote work,

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