AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN II

Job Description and Duties Reviews vehicle defect reports written by drivers, determine necessary repairs, make repairs or arrangements for repair facilities or dealer repairs to be made. Maintains all required records and reports of vehicle maintenance. Safely operates vehicle and moves them to and from the office as well as commercial sources for repair, if unable to repair locally. Reviews, processes and maintains copies of all invoices received for work performed by dealers and vendors. Completes required forms, records, and invoices for repairs. Sends invoices to the clerical office for processing to Fiscal Management Section, files copies in vehicle folders. Performs minor repairs, services vehicles according to prescribed schedules. Mounts, balances, and changes tires, maintains an adequate supply of mounted tires for immediate use. Cleans vehicle interiors, trunks, and engine compartments. Ensures patrol vehicle trunks are organized and properly stocked. Ensures Automotive Technician office is clean and orderly. Provides regular updates on fleet status to the commander and the fleet supervisor. Coordinates the exchange of vehicles with Fleet Operations Section (FOS), and arranges for transport to/from FOS. Equipment installation duties involve comprehensive safety inspection and testing of new vehicles, assembly, installation, removal and repair of special equipment, reconditioning of used vehicles to prepare them for sale, and conduct sales of vehicles. Maintains proper inventory and records of tools, spare parts and tires. Maintains required stocks of vehicle oils and fluids and required records of petroleum products. Ensures amount of parts and supplies used are promptly entered into departmental data bases. Coordinate and complete required speedometer calibrations. Maintain fire extinguishers for fleet and coordinate radio repair with radio technician. Provides security for spare parts, tire, tools and other equipment. Arrange disposal of hazardous materials, tires and other non-serviceable items. 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. • The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. The CHP utilizes their own Automotive Technician II certification list. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the Automotive Technician II classification to be eligible to take the examination. To obtain certification list eligibility, please view the examination bulletin link at https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Search/ExamSearch.aspx and follow all instructions. In addition to applying for the examination, applicants MUST submit an application to this Job Control to be considered for the position. 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: Ability to be tactful and maintain good rapport with employees, peers, and supervisors. Confidentiality is essential in this position. Good attendance, punctuality, and dependability. A working knowledge of personal computers and excellent interpersonal skills.