What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automobile Mechanic position at CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation?
Job Description And Duties
This advertisement is for an Automobile Mechanic position located at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, Tuolumne County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 099-243-6868-002.
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
Under the direct supervision of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, CF, and under the indirect supervision of the Correctional Business Manager I, DOC, the Automobile Mechanic, CF position will lay out, instruct and assist with the work in connection with major repairs to equipment and automotive equipment, including major engine overhauls, tune-ups, relining and adjusting of brakes, wheel aligning, transmission and differential replacement and repair and minor body repair.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
About this location -- Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) is located in the foothills near Jamestown, California, in the heart of the Mother Lode Gold Country.It is adjacent to the Stanislaus National Forest, offering pine trees, mountain streams, and an abundance of recreational activities (fishing, swimming, camping, skiing, golfing, etc.).The prison is approximately 70 miles from Yosemite National Park.
The primary mission of SCC is to provide housing, programs and services for minimum and medium custody incarcerated individuals, to aid in their rehabilitation. SCC is responsible for the training and placement of male incarcerated individuals in the Conservation Camp Program. SCC administers 31 male camps located throughout California.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Job Code #:
JC-469561
Position #(s):
099-243-6868-002
Working Title:
Automobile Mechanic
Classification:
AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES)
$4,833.00 - $5,786.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Tuolumne County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Vision
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.
CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.
CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
Commitment to California Model
CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community.
Department Website: http://cdcr.ca.gov
Special Requirements
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must 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.
Preferred
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:
Knowledge of:The diagnostic, preventive maintenance and repair methods (e.g., steering, suspension systems, transmission, brakes, electrical systems, transmission, brakes, electrical systems, emission control systems and air conditioning systems, etc.) used in overhaul, repair, and adjustment of gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and well maintained vehicles. Materials (e.g., fuel, oils, filters, cleaning chemicals/solvents, replacement parts, etc.) used for preventive maintenance and repair/overhaul, and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and well maintained vehicles. Proper care, accountability and usage of tools and equipment (e.g., hand, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic and computerized tools, etc.) used for diagnostic, preventive maintenance, repair/overhaul and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and maintenance of vehicles. Operating characteristics and controls (steering, suspension systems, transmission, brakes, electrical systems, emission control systems and air conditioning systems, etc.) used in overhaul, repair, and adjustment of gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and well maintained vehicles. Safety regulations and practices [Code of Safe Practice, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Operators Manuals, Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), California Vehicle Code – Title 13, etc.) to protect and maintain the safety of persons and property. Institutional policies and procedures for inmate/youthful offender supervision to maintain safety and security of the institution, staff, property, etc. and help prevent escapes. Training methods to provide direction to inmates/youthful offenders ensuring the safe and efficient operation of an institutional automotive fleet vehicle repair facility. Computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.) in order to assist in the completion of assignments (e.g., inmate timekeeping, annual mileage reports, parts requisitions, etc.).
Ability to: Follow oral and written instructions in order to effectively complete assignments given by supervisor and/or peers. Coordinate the work of an unskilled work crew (i.e., inmates/youthful offenders) to ensure proper completion of work in compliance with codes and regulations. Train unskilled workers (i.e., inmates/youthful offenders) on the safe, proper use of equipment/tools during performance of daily assignments. Accurately maintain records and reports to provide information to comply with departmental policies and regulations. Communicate effectively at a level appropriate for the classification in order to follow instructions, provide accurate information and directions to maintain effective working relationships with individuals. Operate and maintain tools used in automotive repair for diagnostic, preventive maintenance, repair/overhaul and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles. Inspect automotive equipment, locate defects, and estimate the cost of parts for diagnostic, repair/overhaul and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles. Read, interpret, and work from diagrams, schematics, and description of theory of operation to repair, replace, or rebuild automotive componentry for all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles. Establish, maintain, and analyze detailed records related to automotive fleet vehicle repairs in order to effectively track and stock automotive parts/supplies. Prepare reports to provide information and/or documentation to various entities (e.g. management, staff, customers, etc.) under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, CF. Analyze situations accurately and thoroughly, in order to determine and implement effective and appropriate courses of action.
Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://cdcr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Josh Fitzwater
(209) 984-5291 ext: 5137
josh.fitzwater@cdcr.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Coordinator
(209) 984-5291 ext: 6208
Amy.Heusel@cdcr.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Examination Information:
To obtain list eligibility for Automobile Mechanic, CF, before applying for the position(s), you should first take and pass the examination here: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3643 .
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
This advertisement is for an Automobile Mechanic position located at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, Tuolumne County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 099-243-6868-002.
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
Under the direct supervision of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, CF, and under the indirect supervision of the Correctional Business Manager I, DOC, the Automobile Mechanic, CF position will lay out, instruct and assist with the work in connection with major repairs to equipment and automotive equipment, including major engine overhauls, tune-ups, relining and adjusting of brakes, wheel aligning, transmission and differential replacement and repair and minor body repair.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
About this location -- Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) is located in the foothills near Jamestown, California, in the heart of the Mother Lode Gold Country.It is adjacent to the Stanislaus National Forest, offering pine trees, mountain streams, and an abundance of recreational activities (fishing, swimming, camping, skiing, golfing, etc.).The prison is approximately 70 miles from Yosemite National Park.
The primary mission of SCC is to provide housing, programs and services for minimum and medium custody incarcerated individuals, to aid in their rehabilitation. SCC is responsible for the training and placement of male incarcerated individuals in the Conservation Camp Program. SCC administers 31 male camps located throughout California.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-469561
Position #(s):
099-243-6868-002
Working Title:
Automobile Mechanic
Classification:
AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES)
$4,833.00 - $5,786.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Tuolumne County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Vision
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.
CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.
CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
Commitment to California Model
CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community.
Department Website: http://cdcr.ca.gov
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.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must 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.
Preferred
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:
Knowledge of:The diagnostic, preventive maintenance and repair methods (e.g., steering, suspension systems, transmission, brakes, electrical systems, transmission, brakes, electrical systems, emission control systems and air conditioning systems, etc.) used in overhaul, repair, and adjustment of gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and well maintained vehicles. Materials (e.g., fuel, oils, filters, cleaning chemicals/solvents, replacement parts, etc.) used for preventive maintenance and repair/overhaul, and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and well maintained vehicles. Proper care, accountability and usage of tools and equipment (e.g., hand, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic and computerized tools, etc.) used for diagnostic, preventive maintenance, repair/overhaul and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and maintenance of vehicles. Operating characteristics and controls (steering, suspension systems, transmission, brakes, electrical systems, emission control systems and air conditioning systems, etc.) used in overhaul, repair, and adjustment of gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles to ensure safe operating and well maintained vehicles. Safety regulations and practices [Code of Safe Practice, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Operators Manuals, Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), California Vehicle Code – Title 13, etc.) to protect and maintain the safety of persons and property. Institutional policies and procedures for inmate/youthful offender supervision to maintain safety and security of the institution, staff, property, etc. and help prevent escapes. Training methods to provide direction to inmates/youthful offenders ensuring the safe and efficient operation of an institutional automotive fleet vehicle repair facility. Computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.) in order to assist in the completion of assignments (e.g., inmate timekeeping, annual mileage reports, parts requisitions, etc.).
Ability to: Follow oral and written instructions in order to effectively complete assignments given by supervisor and/or peers. Coordinate the work of an unskilled work crew (i.e., inmates/youthful offenders) to ensure proper completion of work in compliance with codes and regulations. Train unskilled workers (i.e., inmates/youthful offenders) on the safe, proper use of equipment/tools during performance of daily assignments. Accurately maintain records and reports to provide information to comply with departmental policies and regulations. Communicate effectively at a level appropriate for the classification in order to follow instructions, provide accurate information and directions to maintain effective working relationships with individuals. Operate and maintain tools used in automotive repair for diagnostic, preventive maintenance, repair/overhaul and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles. Inspect automotive equipment, locate defects, and estimate the cost of parts for diagnostic, repair/overhaul and adjustments of all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles. Read, interpret, and work from diagrams, schematics, and description of theory of operation to repair, replace, or rebuild automotive componentry for all gas and diesel-powered automotive fleet vehicles. Establish, maintain, and analyze detailed records related to automotive fleet vehicle repairs in order to effectively track and stock automotive parts/supplies. Prepare reports to provide information and/or documentation to various entities (e.g. management, staff, customers, etc.) under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, CF. Analyze situations accurately and thoroughly, in order to determine and implement effective and appropriate courses of action.
Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://cdcr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Josh Fitzwater
(209) 984-5291 ext: 5137
josh.fitzwater@cdcr.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Coordinator
(209) 984-5291 ext: 6208
Amy.Heusel@cdcr.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Examination Information:
To obtain list eligibility for Automobile Mechanic, CF, before applying for the position(s), you should first take and pass the examination here: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3643 .
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
