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.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-434422

Position #(s):
056-243-6868-001

Working Title:
Automobile Mechanic (Correctional Facility)

Classification:
AUTOMOBILE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES) $4,833.00 - $5,563.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:
0700-1500

Work Week:
Monday-Friday

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 and fostering a diverse workplace. We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. CDCR/CCHCS are proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of both Departments.

CMC has two physically separated housing complexes, commonly referred to as "East" and "West". An emphasis is placed on providing all incarcerated persons with programs for self-improvement. These programs include academic and vocational education, work skills in prison industries and incarcerated persons self-help groups.

The Level III housing complex (East), which houses medium security general population incarcerated persons, is divided into four facilities. Each facility has its own dining room, classrooms, athletic fields, and two three-story housing units. The East housing complex has a fully licensed Correctional Treatment Center as well as a fully licensed 50 bed Mental Health Crisis Unit.

The West housing complex contains a Level I camp program for fire suppression, conservation, and other community service work.

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.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/25/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California Men's Colony
Attn: Hiring Unit
P.O. Box 8101

San Luis Obispo , CA 93409

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Men's Colony
Hiring Unit
Highway 1 North Trailer M

San Luis Obispo , CA 93409

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other -
  Certificate of Apprenticeship Completion
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Class A Driver's license Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Device Installer's License

Benefits
Information regarding Merit System Principles 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.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Emma Andreasen
(805) 547-7889
Emma.Andreasen@cdcr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
CMC Hiring Unit
(805) 547-7699
m_cmcempoffice@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:
Nathan Gaughan, Deputy Warden
(805) 547-7972
Nathan.Gaughan@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.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a Class III 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. and

Either 1 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 2: 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 3: 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 4: 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 of accredited by the Western Associate 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.]

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.