AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CF)

Job Description and Duties You must first take and pass the eligibility exam before applying for the position. You can find the exam information listed below under “Examination Information". Individuals who are eligible for Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position (s). Under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, CF; the Automobile Mechanic will do skilled work in the adjustment, servicing, and repair of automotive equipment; instructs and leads Automobile Mechanic Trainees; may instruct, lead, or supervise incarcerated people, wards, or resident workers; and perform other related work. The automobile mechanic will inspect all automotive equipment on a regular basis for safety and road worthiness; perform routine service and major and minor repairs as required including but not limited to tune-ups, tire rotation and replacement; wheel balancing; installation of spark plugs, points, condensers, distributor caps, minor and major engine overhauls, and minor and major transmission service; installation and adjustment of brakes and any other minor or major repairs as needed; maintain service records on each vehicle showing service mileage, service performed, and cost. Supervise and train incarcerated workers to perform service and repairs on institution vehicles, proper and safe use of tools and equipment; and maintain security of the garage and vehicles. Conduct periodic searches of area and vehicles for contraband; maintain tool control, conduct clothed body searches on incarcerated people; maintain incarcerated worker timekeeping and work records. Prepare work supervisory reports for incarcerated people, provide incarcerated person safety training, and enforce safety regulations. Dispatch pool vehicles and maintain issue logs with destination and return information; consult with institution staff concerning service and maintenance of vehicles assigned to specific departments; write periodic reports on fleet condition as required by administration and other controlling agencies. Assist with procurement of parts and supplies, including but not limited to solicitation of price quotes and processing in the Business Information System. Maintain inventory of automobile and garage supplies. Attend training and staff meetings as required. Perform other duties as required within the scope and duties of an auto mechanic. 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. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (SQRC), established in 1852, is California’s oldest correctional institution and is located in historic Marin County, overlooking the San Francisco Bay just 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Rich in history and undergoing an exciting transformation, SQRC is at the forefront of California’s evolving approach to corrections, with an increased focus on rehabilitation, education, and successful reentry. Employees at SQRC have a unique opportunity to become part of this historic transformation while serving the State of California and contributing to CDCR’s mission of public safety and rehabilitation. San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (SQRC) - (ca.gov) Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES) Additional Documents
• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement 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. Commitment The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities. CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts 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. Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities. 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 your 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), birthdate, 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 should 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. 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 Home | E-Verify. 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:

• Willingness to promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.calhr.ca.gov, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov. Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx. Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system- principles.aspx. Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State- Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx. This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Examination Information To obtain list eligibility for the Automobile Mechanic (CF) before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the Automobile Mechanic (CF) examination found here: Exam Bulletin - Automobile Mechanic, CF (ca.gov) Minimum Qualifications Possession of a Class "C" California driver's license valid for the operation of any two-axle single-motor vehicle and one towed vehicle (i.e., a trailer with a gross weight of 6,000 pounds or less). Applicants who do not possess the license will be admitted to the examination but must secure the license prior to appointment.

Either I Experience:

Twelve months of experience as an Automobile Mechanic Trainee, Range C, in California state service. and Education: Eighteen semester units in automobile mechanics from an accredited junior college or comparable institution. Or II Four years of experience in California state service performing the duties of a Mechanic's Helper, at least one year of which shall have included experience in the overhaul and repair of the major components of automotive equipment. Or III Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an Automobile Mechanic. (Apprentices who are within six months of completing their apprenticeship program may be admitted to the examination, but they must present evidence of completion of a recognized apprenticeship before they may be appointed.) Or IV Three years of experience diagnosing malfunctions, overhauling, repairing, and maintaining engines, automatic and standard transmissions, clutch, and brake systems, and other major components of automobiles and trucks. [Successful completion of automotive technology or automotive mechanics technology vocational education or training courses offered by an institution recognized or accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience on the basis of three (3) semester units or four and one-half quarter units, equal to one (1) month experience.]