Position: Department of Public Works (DPW) Automotive Service Worker IOverview of DPW Operations: DPW plans, builds, operates, and maintains facilities and equipment throughout the county across five divisions. The Automotive Service Worker I will be asked to perform a range of duties from very basic activities to those requiring higher skill levels ranging from dispatching, servicing and fueling County owned vehicles to performing inspections, test drives and preventative maintenance. This is an excellent role for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys variety.

Examples of Duties:• Provide general clerical & administrative support in a fleet maintenance/shop environment• Dispatch, stage, transport, rotate, and refuel County vehicles and equipment• Clean, wash, and maintain the interior and exterior condition of vehicles and equipment• Stock and pick up parts while maintaining a safe and clean work area• Receive on-the-job training and assist in performing lubrication, preventive maintenance, and minor repair tasks under supervisionTraining Outcomes: • Learn employee engagement and team collaboration strategies• Develop skills to establish and maintain partnerships with community and govt agencies• Learn the structure and operation of county governmentQualifications:• Knowledge of methods, tools, materials, equipment, parts, and cleaning practices used in motor vehicle service and repair• Knowledge of proper condition, operation, and basic repair needs of vehicle systems, including electrical, braking, suspension, cooling, heating/air conditioning, and hybrid or alternative fuel systems• Ability to perform general vehicle service work, diagnose and repair minor mechanical problems, and check or replace tires, belts, hoses, wiper blades, and batteries• Ability to safely use automotive service tools and equipment, follow oral/written instructions, apply basic arithmetic, and adhere to safety procedures• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing and walking for extended periods of time and lifting and carrying at least 50 poundsLicensing Requirement:• Possession of a Current and Valid California issued Class C Driver License

Licensing Requirement:• Possession of a Current and Valid California issued Class C Driver License