AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES)

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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.

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

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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 our 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), birth date, 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 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.

Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
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401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

Offers a voluntary benefit that allows you to contribute to both a 401(k) and a 457(b) plan to enhance your retirement benefit. This allows you to contribute, through payroll deduction, up to twice the amount available to the private sector and most public sector employees. You can contribute on both a pre-tax and an after-tax designated Roth basis that offers you the opportunity to take advantage of tax savings now and in the future.
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Cash In Lieu of Health and/or Dental Benefits (Cash Option)

Allows you to receive cash in lieu of state-sponsored health and/or dental benefits insurance if you have other qualifying medical and/or dental coverage through a spouse, domestic partner, parent or other source.
​ ​ Common Carrier Travel and Accident Insurance – for Excluded Employees Only

Offers employer-paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance to managers, supervisors and other specified employees who travel on state business.
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Health Benefits

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Employer-paid benefit that offers you and your dependents an annual eye examination and an allowance for frames and lenses. An enhanced vision plan is also available which provides higher allowances for certain materials and other benefits.

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