Applications will be accepted online at www.Cityofinglewood.org/jobs.aspx until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Resumes are accepted but not in place of the official city employment application. Proof of education requirements/certifications must be submitted as a PDF via EMAIL to human_resources@cityofinglewood.org with the SUBJECT LINE: your name and job title applying for. Incomplete applications will be automatically rejected.
POSITION: Under supervision, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs various light, medium, and heavy-duty City vehicles and equipment and assists other mechanics as needed.
JOB TASKS- Equipment and vehicles to service: As assigned by the Superintendent or designee, repairs automobiles, police cars, police motorcycles, sweepers, graders, rollers, trucks, and other heavy and specialized equipment. Will also repair the same units as Mechanic I, when necessary.
- Inspects, diagnoses, repairs, overhauls, and replaces systems and components, including but not limited to brakes, engine transmissions, air conditioning, exhaust, and electrical systems, diesel, gasoline, and alternative fueling systems (e.g., Compressed Natural Gas [CNG], propane, and bio-fuel), hybrid and electric drive systems, emissions; automotive and truck hydraulic systems; and related computer-controlled components;
- Conducts vehicle safety inspection and performs routine and preventive maintenance on vehicles and various equipment;
- Inputs data for electronic documentation and records of repairs and maintenance to include maintaining and assisting in maintaining parts inventory;
- Responds to road calls and performs on-site diagnostics and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
- Fabricates and installs a variety of parts and equipment and performs minor welding;
- Maintains and cleans tools and work areas and disposes of hazardous waste following City guidelines;
- Keeps current with new technology and participates in various training activities.
- Follows applicable safety rules and regulations and performs other job-related duties as assigned.
- Provides technical assistance and instruction to other mechanics as needed.
QUALIFICATIONSPossession of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certificates A-1 thru A-9, Alternate Fuels Technician (Test F1), and maintain a valid California Class B Driver License AND three years’ professional work experience as an automotive/equipment Mechanic performing light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicle repair to include working on emergency vehicles.
- Knowledgeable of fuel systems, emission control, gasoline, natural gas, and diesel engines, electrical systems, automotive and truck hydraulic systems, drivetrains, brake systems and air conditioning systems, lubrication, and preventive maintenance and repair procedures;
- Skilled in the proper and safe use of tools and equipment, including electronic diagnostic tools, handling and disposing of hazardous waste, troubleshooting and repairing vehicles in an efficient and timely manner, conducting safety inspections, and maintaining a wide range of equipment and emergency vehicles, and in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees and vendors;
- Ability to perform heavy physical labor and work in cramped, close-quarter environments, lift, carry, and move objects up to 70 lbs, complete and maintain logs and records accurately, learn and use required computer software applications, follow and provide written and oral instructions, and work independently and as a team.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork is performed in outdoor and service garage environments. Work may require frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting 70 pounds. Incumbents may be exposed to repetitive motion, moving automotive parts, traffic, hazardous fumes, and chemicals.
THE SELECTION PROCESS: The examination process consists of one or more of the following: (1) Training and Experience Evaluation, (2) a Written Exam, and (3) a Qualifications Appraisal Interview with a panel of subject matter experts. Candidates must receive a 70-100 to have their names on the active eligibility list for one year. The top three ranks on the Eligibility List will have their application materials forwarded to the hiring authority for a selection interview. Applicants whose experience best meets the City’s needs will be invited to participate in the examination process for this position. Candidates must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in our examination process.
The City of Inglewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate based on age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap status in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practice.
