Mechanics Assistant

The Job

San Bernardino County is recruiting for Mechanics Assistants, who assist in the maintenance and repair of automotive, heavy truck and construction equipment. In addition, Mechanics Assistants are responsible for inspecting vehicles for defects and malfunctions, checking fluid levels, and maintaining maintenance records. Mechanics Assistants may also repair and replace brake systems, radiators, batteries, water pumps, cables, and other equipment as necessary.

For more detailed information, review the Mechanics Assistant job description.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Fleet Management Department provides vehicles, equipment, and services to the officials and employees of the County so that they may, in turn, provide services that promote health, safety, well being, and quality of life to the residents of San Bernardino County.

Fleet Management provides services for the majority of county vehicles and equipment. Services include the acquisition, maintenance, repair, modification, and disposal of vehicles and other related equipment. San Bernardino County Sheriff and Special Districts Departments are authorized to operate their respective fleets independent of Fleet Management.

Fleet Management operates its main garage in San Bernardino — including the following shops: light duty (cars and pickup trucks), heavy duty (large trucks and other equipment), welding/metal fabrication, parts room and a fueling station. The department also operates five smaller “service centers” in outlying locations and over 60 strategically located fueling sites with more than 100 fuel tanks.

Additionally, the department operates a motor pool, which has ownership and/or maintenance responsibility for approximately 1,900 automobiles, vans, pick-up trucks, and various specialty vehicles assigned to county departments. The Motor Pool oversees replacement, fuel, maintenance, repair and other operational funding of fleet vehicles.

Fleet Management continuously strives to meet customers’ needs. High customer satisfaction will ensure a stable/increasing customer base for the department that will support the lowest possible unit cost distribution to county departments. For more information, visit https://fleet.sbcounty.gov/

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment, which may include fingerprinting, and a polygraph examination.

Physical: Incumbents must be physically able to lift up to 50 (fifty) pounds, move heavy objects with the assistance of lifting devices, and stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, and stoop. Employees work outside continuously and are exposed to electricity, chemicals, heat, oil, odors, dust, gas, and noise.

Tools: Incumbents must possess their own hand tools to perform the duties of this position. An annual tool allowance of $425 is provided on July 1st.

Shift: Incumbents may be required to work day, evening, or night shifts, to meet departmental needs.

Travel: Incumbents must have ability to travel to support outlining service centers throughout County.

License: Must possess a valid California Class C driver license at time of hire. Based on assignment, incumbents must obtain and maintain a valid California Class B driver license. Indicate CA license number, class, and expiration date on Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider to candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

3% Salary Increase in February 2025/26**

**Salary increases contingent upon assessed values for prior fiscal year

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet ONE (1) of the required options.

OPTION 1
EXPERIENCE: Eighteen (18) months of paid work experience (full-time equivalent) repairing diesel or gasoline-powered automotive equipment. Experience must include removal, repair and replacement of radiators, hoses, belts, water pumps, batteries, cables, alternators, starters, brake systems, wheel bearings, seals and body parts, etc.
OPTION 2
EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months of hands-on paid work experience (full-time equivalent) repairing diesel or gasoline-powered automotive equipment. Experience must include removal, repair and replacement of radiators, hoses, belts, water pumps, batteries, cables, alternators, starters, brake systems, wheel bearings, seals and body parts, etc.

CERTIFICATE: Possession of an Automotive Technology Certificate, issued by a school accredited with the US Department of Education, for a comprehensive course in automotive technology lasting approximately one (1) year. A legible copy of certification MUST be submitted with the Application.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have ASE Certification, as well as extensive experience in repairing both gasoline and diesel equipment.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure :
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. ( Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.) This recruitment is Continuous and can close at any time.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider applyingbefore the posted deadline date. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.

If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

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The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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