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The County of Los Angeles POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN in Los Angeles, California
POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
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POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Salary
$85,336.68 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
C7433N
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
08/29/2024
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER
C7433N
FILING PERIOD:
We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). - until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING.
OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WIITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.
Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!
Essential Job Functions
A Power Equipment Technician is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:
Repairs passenger cars, light, medium and heavy-duty trucks and construction equipment as well as a variety of non-automotive power equipment.
Diagnoses defects and overhauls major automotive components such as gasoline, alternative fuel vehicles, hybrids, and diesel engines, clutches, transmissions, brakes, front and rear axles, fuel, cooling and electrical systems.
Replaces or repairs worn or broken parts of equipment and installs accessories.
Road tests various types of automotive, light medium and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment.
Uses computers to access equipment information and store work records.
Inspects automotive equipment to determine cause of malfunction.
Performs preventive maintenance services and inspections on equipment and makes recommendations for vehicle repairs.
Supervises helpers as assigned.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
OPTION I - Completion of a recognized four-year apprentice-training program* in automotive equipment repair**
-OR-
OPTION II -Completion of an automotive or heavy-duty, off-road repair program from an accredited community college or vocational school of at least two years duration**
-OR-
OPTION III -Five years of experience in automotive or heavy duty, diesel engine, off-road equipment repair, one year of which must have been at the journey level*.
*A recognized training program training program such as vocational schools, trade schools and community colleges.
* Journey-level staff are assigned the full-range and diversity of work and may operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. A valid California Class A or B Driver License may be required for some positions in this class.
PHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class IV – Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
Applicants must either upload California Driver's License as attachment at time of filing or e-mail document as an attachment to sstewart@dpw.lacounty.govwithin five (5) business days from filing.
Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete.
**Applicants expecting to qualify under completion of a recognized four-year apprentice-training program in automotive equipment repair or completion of an automotive or heavy duty, off-road repair program from an accredited community college or vocational school of at least two years durationMUSTattach a copy of the certificate confirming successful completion of the required training at time of filing.Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete.
If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email them tosstewart@dpw.lacounty.govwithin five (5) business days of filing for open continuous exams.
License Information: The County is required to comply with the Federal regulations which require pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to work, follow up and random urine drug and breath alcohol testing of employees who carry commercial driver licenses and who are assigned to drive certain vehicles.
Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant’s driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist ofTWO(2) parts:
PART I : A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at40%, assessing:
Achievement
Responsibility
Safety Orientation
Thoroughness
Following Instructions
Mechanical Comprehension
MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
PART II: An evaluation of training and experience, weighted60%, assessing:
Professional Technical Knowledge of:
Repair and Modification Methods, Principles, and Techniques
Equipment/Tools
Safety
Federal, State and Local Automotive Standards/Regulations
Customer Service
Using Technology
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Team Leadership
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttp://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
Additional online practice tests are available athttps://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests (https://www.shl.com/shldirect/en-us/practice-tests) / .
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, please emailTestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov You will be required to provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County Public Works as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet theREQUIREMENTS. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject toVERIFICATIONat any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
Important Notes:
FALSIFICATION of any information may result inDISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
UtilizingVERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in anINCOMPLETE APPLICAITON and you may beDISQUALIFIED.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account onwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD:All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department Contact Name: Sheenia Stewart
Department Contact Phone:(626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email:sstewart@dpw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone:(626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone:(626) 282-7829
California Relay Services:(800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
Your Responsibilities:
1.Completing Your Application:
a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.
b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.
c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.
2.Requirements on Job Posting:
a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.
b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.
c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.
3.Application Deadline: All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed.
4.Change of Name or Address: To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile onwww.governmentjobs.comand make the necessary change. This can be done at any time.
5.Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy:
a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation(s) may be subject to verification, consistent with state and federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential.
Disclaimer: The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction that may affect the employment application or the application selection process.
You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty.
The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system.
The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis.
NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet.
By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth herein, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer.
Test Preparation: Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting.
Veteran’s Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.
A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.
This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/
Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information is available at:http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdfandhttp://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC EResourceGuide.pdf (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf)
Background Check: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Career Planning: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/.
Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.
Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with court ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.
Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the websitewww.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.
Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act(Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) and other applicable laws prohibit employment discrimination based on an applicant's protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, childbirth, and other characteristics.
COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Updated February 2024
For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)
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I understand the above information and instructions.
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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Have you completed a recognized four-year apprentice-training program in automotive equipment repair? To receive credit, you must attach a copy of your certificate of completion to your application at the time of filing or email a copy to the analyst within five (5) business days.
Yes
No
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Have you completed of an automotive or heavy-duty, off-road repair program from an accredited community college or vocational school of at least two years duration? To receive credit, you must attach a copy of your certificate of completion to your application at the time of filing or email a copy to the analyst within five (5) business days.
Yes
No
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Do you have five years of experience in automotive or heavy duty, diesel engine, off-road equipment repair, one year of which must have been at the journey level*? * Journey-level staff are assigned the full-range and diversity of work, and may operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
Yes
No
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Do you have a valid California Class C Driver's License? If yes please attach a copy to your application or email to the analyst within 5 business days.
Yes, I have attached a copy to my application.
Yes, I will email a copy to the analyst within 5 business days.
No, I do not have a California Drivers License.
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TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EVALUATIONPower Equipment Technician
General Information:This Training & Experience (T&E) Questionnaire is a self-assessment. You will respond to questions about your experience related to having acquired the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform thePower Equipment Technicianposition. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate the following competencies:
Professional/Technical Knowledge of Repair and Modification Methods, Principles, and Techniques – Journey-level knowledge to inspect, repair, maintain, service, and modify light, medium, heavy, and off-road vehicles, power equipment, and non-power equipment.Understanding of machinery, vehicular systems, especially knowledge of components that require frequent maintenance (e.g., gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel and hybrid engines, clutches, transmissions, brakes, front and rear axles, fuel, cooling, as well as onboard, electrical, hydraulic, and auxiliary systems).
Professional/Technical Knowledge of Equipment/Tools – Knowledge of the functions and maintenance of various kinds of hand tools and motorized equipment (e.g., air compressors, hydraulic and electric lifts, meters).Familiarity with the appropriate selection/use of tools. Skilled at using various hand and pneumatic tools and equipment (e.g., diagnostic scan tools, jacks, hoists, meters, gauges) commonly used to inspect, repair, maintain, service, and modify light, medium, heavy, and off-road vehicles, power equipment, and non-power equipment.
Professional/Technical Knowledge of Safety – Familiarity with repair facility safety rules, principles, and practices including accident and fire prevention and use of Personal Protective Equipment (e.g. safety glasses, face shields, steel toe boots, protective clothing and gloves, hearing protection, sun protection, kneepads, safety vests).Familiarity with safety documentation (e.g., SDS) and the use and storage of hazardous materials/chemicals (e.g., oil, gasoline, antifreeze, transmission fluid, refrigerant) commonly used in a repair facility. Knowledge of how to safely use, maintain, and inspect hand tools, power tools, and vehicles and shop equipment.
Professional/Technical Knowledge of Federal, State and Local Automotive Standards/Regulations– Includes knowledge of regulations pertaining to inspection, maintenance, and repair of light, medium, heavy, and off-road vehicles, power equipment, and non-power equipment (e.g., North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria, Occupational Safety Health Administration, Department of Transportation, California Air Resources Board, Air Quality Management District).
Customer Service – Works with customers, vendors, contractors, and other County personnel to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, and satisfy their expectations;knows about available vehicles/equipment and services; is committed to providing quality services.
Using Technology – Works with electronic hardware and software applications.Using basic computer and communication equipment (e.g. desktop/laptop, smart phone, two-way radio) and applicable software programs (e.g. word processing, databases (i.e.,Fleet Maintenance System, AllData, Mitchell, Cummins Insite, eCAPs, etc.), e-mail, internet) to create documents; download documents; gather, store, and review data; read and write emails.
Problem Solving – Identifies problems;determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Decision Making – Makes logical, ethical, sound, well-informed, and objective decisions;synthesizes a variety of information to identify or anticipate a problem and reach an effective decision, resolution, or recommendation; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations to accomplish organizational goals.
Team Leadership – Ability to effectively train, provide guidance, motivate and mentor subordinate staff; promotes employee safety;adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations and personalities. Includes providing appropriate level of feedback concerning progress. Monitors, reviews, and evaluates quality control of service and repairs.
This assessment is weighted60%. All completed questionnaires will be scored according to standardized criteria.
Instructions for Completion
Carefully read the official County job bulletin for this examination.
You will receive points for each question based on the response(s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you do not provide a response.
Certification Statement
By completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this T&E Questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my supervisor(s) to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination.
Furthermore,I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal.I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules.
I understand and agree to abide by the above Instructions for Completion and Certification Statement.
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How many years of verifiable experience do you have performing inspection, repair, maintenance, and servicing of motor vehicles and equipment at thejourney level*? *Journey-level staff are assigned the full-range and diversity of work, and may operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
I do not have this experience.
Less than 1½ years
1 ½ years to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 years or more
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., employer), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Please indicate which of the following responsibilities related to automotive equipment repair you have experience in performing, during your enrollment in a training program and/or community college, vocational school: (Select all that apply)
Inspecting and troubleshooting vehicles (e.g., cars, trucks, construction) and equipment (e.g., cranes, wheel loaders, dozers, street sweepers)
Diagnosing the root of the problem and making recommendations
Repairing vehicles (e.g., cars, trucks, construction) and equipment (e.g., cranes, wheel loaders, dozers, street sweepers)
Performing maintenance/repair on tools and shop equipment
Researching applicable diagnostic and repair information/ trends in maintenance and repair from variety of sources
I do not have this experience.
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., institution), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Please indicate which of the following tools/equipment you haveproficient*experience in maintaining and/or operating as it relates to automotive inspection, maintenance, and repair: (Select all that Apply) *Proficient work implies that the individual has a deep understanding of the subject matter, can utilize tools/equipment efficiently, and can produce high-quality results.
Diagnostic scan tools (e.g., Code Reader, Modis)
Air tools (e.g., compressors)
Pressure gauges and testing equipment (e.g., AC, fuel, hydraulic)
Hand tools (e.g., pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers)
Electric lifts (e.g., jacks)
I do not have this experience.
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., employer, institution), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Please indicate which of the following safety protocols/resources you have used to ensure safe work practices in accordance with the governmental and departmental requirements? (Select All that Apply):
Safety manuals (e.g. Safety Data Sheets (SDS))
Protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, face shields, steel toe boots, protective clothing and gloves, hearing protection, sun protection, kneepads, safety vests)
Workplace safety policies and procedures
Division Quarterly Safety Meetings
Mandatory trainings
None of the above
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., employer, institution), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Please indicate which of the following regulations/standards concerning automotive inspection, maintenance, and repair you have leveraged to ensure compliance with operational requirements? (Select All that Apply)
North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria
Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA)
Department of Transportation (DOT)
California Air Resources Board (CARB)
Air Quality Management District (AQMD)
None of the above
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., employer, institution), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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How many years of verifiable experience do you haveindependentlyresponding to and addressing client (e.g., vendor, contractors, public) inquiries (e.g., providing information, making recommendations, resolving issues) as it relates to performing repair and maintenance services?
I do not have this experience.
Less than 1 ½ years
Between 1 ½ years and less than 2 years
Between 2 years and less than 3 years
Between 3 years and less than 4 years
4 years or more
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., employer, institution), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Which of the following software/applications do you possessproficient*knowledge in as it relates to automotive inspection, maintenance, and repair? (Select All that Apply): *Proficient knowledge implies that the individual has a deep understanding of the subject matter, can utilize software/applications efficiently, train others and produce high-quality results.
Fleet Maintenance System
AllData
Mitchell
Cummins Insite
Other__(Please specify in comments below)
None of the above
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., employer, institution), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Please indicate which of the following areas you have experience servingas a leadas it relates to automotive inspection, maintenance, and repair: (Select All that Apply): *Leading responsibilities include providingroutinetechnical guidance, training and mentorship to staff.
I do not have experience in this area.
Reviewing work completed by subordinate staff
Training staff (e.g., new repair methods, new equipment, software/applications)
Ensuring staff compliance with automotive industry and departmental standards/regulations
Providing routine technical guidance and mentorship to staff (e.g., coaching)
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In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, where you gained the experience (e.g., employer, institution), supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Which of the following certifications do you currently possess? (Select All that Apply):
Diesel Engines
Electrical/Electronic Systems
Brakes
Engine performance
Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist
Alternative Fuels
Other__(Please specify in the comments below)
I do not possess any of the above certifications.
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Did you attach a legible copy of your certificate(s) to your application? (If you did not, supporting documentation must be submitted and received within 5 business days of filing your online application.)
Yes
No
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Do you possess heavy equipment training certificate(s) from Caterpillar, Case or John Deere or other manufacturing companies?
Yes
No
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Did you attach a legible copy of your certificate(s) to your application? (If you did not, supporting documentation must be submitted and received within 5 business days of filing your online application.)
Yes
No
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