Job Details

The County of Santa Cruz is seeking an Automotive Mechanic! Do you have two years of experience servicing and/or maintaining automotive equipment? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? If so, apply today!

The County of Santa Cruz offers a generous benefits package which includes annual leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and CalPERS retirement benefits! 

Salary: $5,716 – 7,289 / Month

THE JOB: Under general supervision, perform a variety of moderately complex work in diagnosing, servicing and repairing automobiles and light-trucks; perform preventative maintenance and perform other duties as required. The list established will be used to fill the current vacancy and it may also be used to fill other vacancies during the life of the eligible list.

THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be: 

Two years of experience servicing and/or maintaining automotive equipment. 

Special Requirements: Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License. Possession of a valid (BAR) California Government Fleet Smog Check Program license within six months of hire. Possess and maintain hand tools and work aids necessary to perform automotive mechanical work.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of methods, tools and equipment used in repairing and servicing automotive equipment; and preventive maintenance techniques. Some knowledge of techniques and procedures used to diagnose mechanical and operating problems in automotive equipment. 

Ability to: Use hand and power tools safely; read, understand and follow written and oral instructions and plans; work cooperatively with others and provide positive customer service; keep records; safely drive automobiles and light trucks; perform preventative maintenance on automobiles and trucks; operate basic diagnostic equipment; learn to fabricate using welding equipment; learn to input, access and analyze data using a computer; lift items weighing up to 50 pounds, such as a jack and large tires; hear and distinguish various sounds, such as voices of co-workers in noisy environment and sounds of operating equipment; distinguish colors, such as color-coded wires; use impact tools, such as tire guns that cause body vibration; perform tasks that require manual dexterity such as welding, assembling small parts, and pouring liquids into receptacles; and stand and walk for extended periods of time up to 8 hours.

For more information and to apply online please visit www.santacruzcountyjobs.com

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