Smog Check Associate Referee

This position requires practical experience and knowledge in emissions testing, diagnosis, and repair. Additionally, it requires someone with the ability to discuss all things smog check, smog check failure, and diagnosis accurately and confidently with consumers, students, BAR staff, and industry. Associate Referees perform functions and services as directed by the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR), services that industry is not authorized to perform.

Within one year of hire the Associate Referee must be able to effectively perform all aspects of the position while remaining calm and composed and be a professional Subject Matter Expert even in the most difficult, high-pressure situations.

What You’ll Do

• Performs inspections and testing of consumer vehicles for smog certification, verifies compliance of smog check laws and regulations, performs other inspections and tests as needed, and disseminates test results and information to vehicle owners, other staff, and program management as required.
• Responds to technical queries from consumers, industry, BAR, and other program stakeholders.
• Promotes the mission of the Foundation through the BAR Smog Check Referee Program and maintains a strong understanding of all policies, practices, and procedures regarding the program.
• Maintains Referee site (and remote) workspace and equipment. Maintains and promotes a safe and incident free work environment, provides safety information to staff, consumers, and students, and quickly responds to safety concerns.
• Maintains communication with Region Manager and other BAR referee sites by establishing and maintaining rapport with program employees, attending meetings, and preparing/distributing relevant information and necessary reports.
• Submits recurring and other reports to Region Manager outlining any complaints received and the resolution of each complaint.
• Leads/directs the training, development, performance appraisal and work assignments of BAR Referee site Student Technicians and other program staff.

Attributes for Success

• Knowledge of current principles and practices of automobile repair and technology, including California state and local automobile regulations, laws, and codes.
• Strong practical knowledge of BAR Smog Check Program requirements and procedures.
• Strong ability to maintain composure and professionalism at all times, including during high-pressure interactions with consumers.

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Education and Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in vehicle smog inspections, diagnostics, and repairs.
• BAR: EO Inspection and Repair EI licenses (If EI incomplete, must be valid and current within 1 year of hire)
• ASE: A6, A8, and L1 Certifications (If incomplete, all must be valid and current within 1 year of hire)
• Valid CA Driver’s License.
• ASE Master Technician Certification a plus.
• Associate degree in automotive technology a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings
• CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus, paid in 2 installments
• 100% In-Person at assigned BAR Referee location; Must reside in California

For more information, please call 916-283-7663 or apply using the link below.

To see the full job description and to apply, please go to our Careers page at https://foundationccc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/fccc-careers

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• BAR EO License (Required)
• Do you have BAR EI License? (Preferred)
• Do you have ASE A6, A8, and L1 certifications? (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43,000 - $57,000