Truck Mechanic - County of Riverside
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
About the Job
A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.
The County of Riverside's Waste Resources Department has multiple opportunities for a Truck Mechanic located in Moreno Valley. The Truck Mechanic will report to headquarters in Moreno Valley and will be assigned every morning on a service truck to other locations, including Beaumont, Blyth, Oasis & Idyllwild.
The incumbent will be tasked with conducting periodic inspections, diagnosing, and repairing (including rebuilds) of engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, axles, steering gears, cooling systems, and other mechanical and electrical components on the Departmesn't fleet including small and medium vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks. Additionally, the selected candidate will perform tune-ups on fuel injection and ignition systems, as well as replace or adjust braking systems (hydraulic/vacuum), starters, and generators. comprehensive brake system repairs (air brake/hydraulic/vacuum) and BIT inspections.
Ideal candidates will have experience in CHP BIT inspections, fleet services (or a similar environment), and working with various engines and transmissions, including differentials, starters, alternators, hydraulic and air brake systems, clutches, axles, steering gears, suspension components, carburetors, fuel injection systems, cooling systems, air conditioning systems, and electrical systems. The department seeks candidates who are computer literate and have the ability to maintain vehicle records in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards.
Competitive candidates should possess the following qualifications:
ASE Certification.
Experience with Fleet Management Software. (CAT ET, Cummings In-Site, Detroit, etc.)
Computer literacy. (Microsoft Word, Excel, AssetWorks)
Welding and fabrication experience.
Natural Gas diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair experience.
The selected candidate will need to provide their own basic tools to fulfill the essential duties of the Truck Mechanic position.
The expected work schedule is 9/80, Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Meet the Team!
The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical failures and defects in a variety of heavy trucks.
• Rebuild or repair engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, axles, steering gears, carburetors, cooling systems, and other mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Complete tune-ups oncarburetion, fuel injection, and ignition systems.
• Replace and adjust air, hydraulic and vacuum brakes, starters, and generators.
• Repair smaller automotive equipment when required; rough welding; maintain time and material records.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Experience: Completion of a recognized heavy-duty truck mechanic apprenticeship training program.
OPTION II
Experience:Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. (Completion of trade related courses from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 12 semesters or 24 quarter units equaling two years of the required experience.)
OPTION III
Experience: Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. (Completion of 144 hours of trade related courses from a recognized occupational training center, vocational school, or specialized industrial program equaling six months of the required full-time experience.)
Other Requirements for ALL OPTIONS
License:Possession of a valid California Driver's License Class C is required at time of application. A valid Commercial California Driver License Class A or B with tanker endorsement and no air brake restriction is required within 6 months of hire.
Physical and Environmental Requirements: The Tuck Mechanic requires independent body mobility to stand and move up for long periods of time daily, and perform lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling of heavy trucks/vehicles componets and/or tools.. T he Truck Mechanic works in the garage and outdoors and will be exposed to inclement weather conditions, landfill odors, insects, and automotive/heavy equipment fluids.
Knowledge of: The principles of both gasoline, CNG, and diesel internal combustion engines; air brake, the methods, tools, equipment, and parts used in the repair and maintenance of heavy trucks; the operations and uses of diagnostic equipment.
Ability to: Diagnose the source of mechanical and electrical failures in heavy gasoline and diesel-powered trucks; read and understand shop manuals and mechanical
diagrams; follow written and oral directions; perform work safely read and understand materials in technical manuals. Biennial Inspection of Terminals (BIT) program knowledge and/or experience working with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles. Competitive candidates will have welding experience and the ability to gas weld, stick weld and arc weld using a wire feed welder.
For those positions designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.
Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
DOT Designated Position
This position has been designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT-mandated alcohol and drug screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT-regulated employers are also required.
Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.
For detailed requirements, visit DOT Requirements .
Veterans' Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here ( Download PDF reader ).
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants.Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the department.
Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Waste Resources Department may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: http://dao.rc-hr.com/.
Application Period
This is a continuous posting. This position will remain posted until filled and applications will be reviewed in the order received. For earliest consideration, apply now. Applications will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. Include relevant work experience details on your resume and/or application.
Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account.
GENERAL INFORMATION
If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Silvia Trammell at strammell @rivco.org .
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com . A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.