Automobile Mechanic (Correctional Facility) (Automobile Mechanic (Correctional Facilities))

California Men's Colony · San Luis Obispo County

Salary: $4,978 – $5,960 per month

Closes: 2026-11-15T00:00:00.000Z

Job description and requirements

Job Description and Duties Under the supervision of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, the Automobile Mechanic performs and maintains a preventive maintenance program on designated automotive equipment. Automobile Mechanic to perform, supervise, coordinate, and assist with work in connection with major repairs to designated automotive equipment. To include major engine overhauls, tune-ups, relining and adjusting of brakes, wheel aligning, transmission and differential replacement and repair, and minor body repair. Inspects automotive equipment to determine the necessary corrective action. Operates and maintains automotive shop equipment; advises in the selection and storage of automotive parts, tools and equipment; estimates the cost of automotive repairs; instructs operators in the proper operation and servicing of their equipment; does minor welding and brazing work; keeps simple records and makes reports. The Automobile Mechanic shall possess and maintain a valid California Class III Drivers License. Maintain order and supervise the conduct of incarcerated persons assigned to the Garage. Supervise and instruct them in their work and submit periodic written appraisals of their conduct and productivity; prevent escapes and injury by them to themselves or others or to property; maintain security of working area and work materials; inspect premises and search incarcerated persons for contraband. Inform supervisors of any issues or problems that may arise in the operation of the Garage. See attached duty statement. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position. Please indicate on application if you are applying for Training and Development. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Good verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued. Class A Driver's license Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Device Installer's License
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Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, the Automobile Mechanic performs and maintains a preventive maintenance program on designated automotive equipment. Automobile Mechanic to perform, supervise, coordinate, and assist with work in connection with major repairs to designated automotive equipment. To include major engine overhauls, tune-ups, relining and adjusting of brakes, wheel aligning, transmission and differential replacement and repair, and minor body repair. Inspects automotive equipment to determine the necessary corrective action. Operates and maintains automotive shop equipment; advises in the selection and storage of automotive parts, tools and equipment; estimates the cost of automotive repairs; instructs operators in the proper operation and servicing of their equipment; does minor welding and brazing work; keeps simple records and makes reports. The Automobile Mechanic shall possess and maintain a valid California Class III Drivers License. Maintain order and supervise the conduct of incarcerated persons assigned to the Garage. Supervise and instruct them in their work and submit periodic written appraisals of their conduct and productivity; prevent escapes and injury by them to themselves or others or to property; maintain security of working area and work materials; inspect premises and search incarcerated persons for contraband. Inform supervisors of any issues or problems that may arise in the operation of the Garage. See attached duty statement.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position. Please indicate on application if you are applying for Training and Development.

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Good verbal and written communication skills.

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Class A Driver's license Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Device Installer's License

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There are 50 current state openings in San Luis Obispo County, including this position.

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Applications close in 11 days, on November 15, 2026.

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This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 27, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.

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