Become an Automotive Technician II

  • Entry Level
  • Supervisory
  • Full Time
  • Seasonal
  • Benefits Eligible

The Automotive Technician series of classes describes work involved in the performance of the following functions: fleet maintenance duties involving inspection, diagnosis, adjustment, mechanical and electrical repair, scheduling of a fleet of vehicles for maintenance and repair by private vendors, and maintenance of necessary vehicle fleet records. Equipment installation duties involve comprehensive safety inspection and testing of new vehicles, assembly, installation, removal and repair of special equipment, reconditioning of used vehicles to prepare them for sale, and conducting sales of vehicles. In addition, incumbents are expected to do other related work.

Automotive Technician II

This is the lead and advanced journeyperson level. Incumbents perform in one of the following work settings: (1) act as lead persons to oversee the work of two or more journeypersons and subordinates in maintaining a large fleet of vehicles; (2) maintain a fleet of vehicles; perform preventative maintenance; schedule and verify maintenance and repair; make mechanical and electrical repairs and adjustments; diagnose and inspect motor vehicles and accessories for needed repairs; secure and maintain both manual and computer records on maintenance and servicing of a fleet of vehicles; arrange for disposal of hazardous materials; interpret repair manuals and related materials; maintain tools and equipment; order and maintain inventory of automotive parts and supplies; and (3) oversee equipment installation including the assembly, installation, removal and repair of special enforcement and emergency equipment on motor vehicles, recondition used vehicles, and perform the more complex installation functions including fabrication of new equipment installation techniques. Successful performance of many of the duties performed by this class require incumbents to crawl underneath a vehicle/down under the dashboard/into the trunk; lift and carry tires up to 60 pounds in weight; and work in varying, and sometimes extreme, temperatures.

This classification is eligible for the following pay:

$4,219 - $5,554 Base Salary (paid every month)

In addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other pay differentials.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. 

Minimum Qualifications

Either I
 
In the California state service, one year of experience performing the duties of an Automotive Technician I. (Promotional candidates who are within six months of satisfying the experience requirement of this class will be admitted to the examination, but they must fully meet the experience requirement before being eligible for appointment.).

Or II
 
Three years of experience in maintenance of motor vehicles either: (a) in a major vehicle repair facility; (b) an automobile agency; or (c) a garage. Experience shall have included at least one year scheduling the servicing of vehicles, or experience in the installation, adjustment, or repair of specialized automotive electrical accessories or equipment. (College or trade school education in automotive mechanics or automotive engineering may be substituted for the required general experience on a year-for-year basis.).

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge: 
Automotive equipment terminology and parts used in automotive maintenance and repair, how they interact, and where they are located; and preventative maintenance and repair procedures; service requirements of motor vehicles; and record-keeping procedures. Components of a vehicle, how they work and their interrelationships, and where they are located; the safe use of a large variety of electric and air-powered tools and their accessories, such as electric drill motors, air-powered impact wrenches, and various small hand tools; the proper size and type of wiring terminal or connector when making electrical connections; and the proper hardware needed to mount various pieces and specialty equipment. Tools, equipment, and methods used in testing and repairing automotive equipment and automotive accessories; vehicle component warranties, their limitations, and requirements; and safety equipment and procedures for hazardous materials.

Ability to: 
Maintain both manual and computer records; make accurate arithmetical computations; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the work; and demonstrated skill in the operation and maintenance of motor vehicles. Work under stress in an assembly line environment. Diagnose automotive equipment malfunctions and make or order necessary repairs; read automotive repair manuals, charts, invoices, and other related materials; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; project and evaluate cost effectiveness of maintenance and repair work; work independently; follow directions; effectively communicate verbally and in writing; operate tools and equipment used to diagnose and properly maintain a fleet of vehicles; and locate and secure repair-maintenance services of outside agencies that can perform the work which exceed the capabilities of your shop or are more efficient.

Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles; and evidence of satisfactory arrest and driving records.

Additional Desirable Qualifications
Possession of headlamp and brake adjustment certificates. Possession of a motor vehicle pollution control device installer's license.

Drug Testing Requirement
Applicants for positions in this class are required to pass a drug-screening test. Testing of current employees who are applicants in an examination or who are transferring is permitted only if the person does not have a current appointment to a class for which drug testing is a requirement.
Status Exam # Cutoff Date
Open 4320 07/31/2025 View Exam Posting