Apprentice Mechanic, Public Works Department
City of San JoseAbout the role
Posting number: 202601632
Department: Public Works
Job classification: Apprentice Mechanic
Posting type: Open
Categories: Fleet Services, Public Works, Trades, Vehicle Maintenance, Automotive
Summary
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees.
The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating, and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, and partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.
Examples of duties
The total salary range for Apprentice Mechanic classification is $74,089.60 - $92,622.40. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.
The Fleet Management Division in Public Works Department is responsible for the management of the City's fleet including the comprehensive inspection, maintenance, repair, acquisition and disposal. The City's vehicle and equipment fleet currently consists of over 2,700 assets.
The Department of Public Works Fleet Management Division is recruiting to fill several Apprentice Mechanic positions. The Apprentice Mechanic position will be trained on the repair and maintenance of the City of San Jose's diverse vehicle and equipment fleet. The incumbent will be rotated through various facilities to acquire the knowledge, experience, and skills necessary to fulfill the requirements of this position. Parallel with the on-the-job training, the apprentice will be also required to take and successfully complete courses during on and off shift and on the apprentice's own time with a designated college and other learning programs as directed by the Apprentice Committee. Apprentice Mechanic will also be given a list of tools to purchase.
Under immediate supervision, this position requires basic mechanic skills in the preventive maintenance and light mechanical repairs. Upon completion of the four-year apprenticeship, the incumbent will become a competent, recognized State certified Journey level Mechanic in the servicing and repair technology related to a wide variety of motorized vehicles and equipment including gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and alternate fueled engines.
This position, depending on facility assignment, may require working various shift hours and overtime.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Qualifications
Education: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate).
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in lubrication and servicing of automotive equipment which included the maintenance of parts and supply inventories, and the maintenance of service records. Continuous membership in good standing in the apprenticeship program as administered pursuant to the provisions of the City of San Jose Apprentice Advisory Committee is a condition to continuing employment as an Apprentice Mechanic with the City of San José.
Licenses or Certificates:
- Possess and maintain a Certificate of Registration as an Apprentice Mechanic with the Division of Apprenticeship Standards, State of California at time of appointment.
- Possess and maintain a valid State of California Driver's License.
- Possess and maintain a Forklift Operators Certification within six (6) months of hire.
- Possess and maintain Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning (MVAC) Certification from an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-appr
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