Description THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The
County of El Dorado ,
Department of Transportation is responsible for funding, designing, building, operating, and maintaining the County Road System. El Dorado County's Road System currently consists of approximately 1083 centerline miles of paved roadway, 76 bridges, a multitude of storm drainage systems, and related transportation facilities.
The Department of Transportation has two main priorities: 1. Ensuring that our roads are safe for public use with due care in a manner in which it is reasonably foreseeable that they will be used, and
2. Preserving and maintaining the public's multi-billion dollar investment in our roads, bridges, and other facilities.
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS DIVISION The Maintenance and Operations Division is composed of Road Crews, Fleet Services, Equipment Mechanics, and Traffic Control Crews. This dedicated team manages the repair, maintenance, and replacement of existing County roadway and drainage infrastructure. It is also responsible for the maintenance of all 1083 centerline miles of roadway in the County.
THE OPPORTUNITY Join the Department of Transportation as a Fleet Services Technician. Under general supervision, inspects, services, lubricates, cleans and fuels County motor pool vehicles; schedules and dispatches motor pool vehicles and maintains records; maintains parts inventory; repairs, maintains, and fabricates work as assigned, and performs basic office duties.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: - Perform preventive maintenance work on the County's automotive fleet; inspect, add and/or change fluid levels in brake, steering, and other systems; inspect vehicles for operating condition and safety problems; coordinate mandatory safety inspections; troubleshoot and complete minor repairs, and report problems to mechanics.
- Change fuel, oil, and air filters; change engine, transmission, coolant and other fluids.
- Inspect and replace belts, hoses, bulbs, wipers and other parts; test, add fluids, replace and/or change batteries, starters, and alternators; troubleshoot and repair electrical problems.
- Inspect and adjust brakes; may remove, repair, and replace tires and wheels; repack wheel bearings.
- Schedule and dispatch vehicles to user departments; document service requests and problems; schedule vehicles for service; contact and arrange for vendor services; resolve vehicle problems with vendors, and mechanics regarding cost and time frames; maintain current vehicle recalls, including scheduling appointments with vendors and arranging with departments for vehicle compliance.
- Order, receive, price, store, and maintain an inventory of parts, supplies, and accessories for both shop and office; track availability, cost, and delivery times; prepare and maintain various records such as vehicle usage, mileage, ser vice, and repairs and billings.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description
here . MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:
Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in the application will not be accepted). Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from a regionally accredited college or university. Courses from non-regionally accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement.
Fleet Services Technician I: Two years of experience in automotive servicing and repair.
Fleet Services Technician II: Two years of experience in automotive servicing and repair
AND One year of experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Fleet Service Technician I or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the vehicle repair trade.
Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid driver's license. Must regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to sixty pounds.
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here to view the minimum qualifications for Fleet Services Technician I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply" link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept’.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at
jenny.thomas@edcgov.us.
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RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening
, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Training and Experience Evaluation
A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.
Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
For more information on the recruitment process,
click here. Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Fleet Services Technician I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
We currently have the following vacancy: - One (1) full time vacancy in the Department of Transportation, Maintenance & Operations located in Placerville, CA.
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The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.
As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
- 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
- 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
- 129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
- Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
- Skiing and Snowboarding
- Live Music and Music Festivals
- Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
- El Dorado County Fair
- Placerville Speedway
- Farm to Fork Restaurants
- Local Shopping Gems
Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click
here for more information.
CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs! For your Health and Well-Being:- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- County sponsored Wellness program
- Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future:- CalPERS Retirement
- Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
- Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance:- Paid Holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accruals
- Supervisory leave (supervising classifications only) and Bereavement leave
Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned. Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here . Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
Closing Date/Time: 6/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific