Supervising Auto/Equipment Mechanic

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Supervising Auto/Equipment Mechanic will be scheduling and overseeing automotive maintenance and repairs across the University fleet, diagnosing and troubleshooting vehicle and equipment issues. You'll assist with inventory management, including selecting, ordering, and storing automotive parts. Your responsibilities include inspecting completed repairs, maintaining accurate and detailed records on all vehicles, and ensuring inventory accuracy. You will conduct preventive maintenance, monitor gasoline, diesel fuel, and bulk petroleum levels, and coordinate procurement accordingly. Your role also involves obtaining competitive price quotes for external repair services, performing emergency road services, and facilitating parts pickups. Additionally, you will actively participate in regular safety meetings, provide support in administrative tasks, including the modernization of Auto Shop processes, and deliver exemplary customer service.

• Schedules work and maintenance repairs on the University Automotive Fleet.
• Troubleshoots problems with vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains records on all vehicles and inventory of parts and equipment.
• Directs or assists with preventive maintenance on all vehicles and equipment.
• Ensures safety and proper work techniques.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to three (3) or more years of experience as a journey-level automotive or equipment mechanic, including one (1) to two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• LICENSE: CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER’S LICENSE.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to effectively diagnose and troubleshoot vehicle and equipment problems to ensure timely maintenance and repairs.
• Skilled in managing automotive inventory, including selecting, ordering, storing, and accurately recording parts and materials.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, with the ability to coordinate and promote safety standards and participate actively in safety meetings and programs.
• Proficient in performing comprehensive repairs and maintenance on diverse automotive systems, including engines, brakes, steering, fuel systems, and air conditioning systems.
• Ability to conduct emissions testing on campus vehicles and manage responsibilities related to the administration of automated fueling systems.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: Supervising Auto/Equipment Mechanic /6269 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is: $7479 - $8442 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $7497 - $10921 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.

General Information

• Applications received through July 21, 2025 will be considered in the initial review, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Advertised: Jul 08 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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• California State University (CSU) Northridge

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