Automotive Mechanic B (Temporary)

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of temporary (up to six months) Automotive Mechanic B in the Fleet Maintenance section. This position will perform the maintenance, repair and overhaul of automobiles, light trucks and similar vehicles. In addition, this position may repair and overhaul medium and heavy trucks.

Typical duties include:

*Performs major and minor repairs and overhauls to engines.

*Repairs, cleans, adjusts, and installs all fuel, ignition, electrical, and cooling systems; repairs and replaces parts such as fuel injectors, carburetors, fuel pumps, starter motors, distributors, generators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, batteries, radiators, thermostats, water pumps, and computerized and related equipment.

*Repairs and overhauls power transmission system parts such as clutches, automatic and standard transmissions, differential units, gears, bearings, universal joints, and hydraulic units.

*Repairs and adjusts steering mechanisms and other controls, checking and aligning wheels.

*Reads and makes adjustments on computerized diagnostic equipment.

*Repairs vehicle body and chassis parts; uses hand and power tools, uses electric arc and acetylene welding equipment.

*Makes roadside repairs when necessary.

*Performs preventive maintenance work to automobiles and light trucks.

*Performs preventive maintenance and major repair to medium and heavy trucks as assigned.

*Makes oral and written reports of work performed; completes forms and keeps accurate maintenance records.

*May diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicle air conditioning equipment.

*Prepares new vehicles for EBMUD service by adding accessories and prepares old vehicles for disposal by removing accessories.

*May modify and fabricate new parts for light truck bodies and similar equipment; may install and repair power take-off equipment such as small electric cranes, hoists, and hydraulic lift equipment.

*May estimate labor and parts required to perform special vehicle repair work.

*May direct and instruct a subjourney level employee in the work; ensures that proper safety precautions are observed.

*Tools, uniforms, and PPE provided. 9-80 Work Schedule Available.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

1. A high school diploma or its equivalent, AND

2. Attainment of recognized journey level status as a general automotive mechanic.

3. Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.

4. Within the first six months of appointment to the class, must obtain a valid unrestricted Class B California driver's license with endorsement for hazardous materials and tankers and successfully complete approved training and testing for airbrake maintenance and repair.

5. Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including physical agility to work in tight or confined spaces and sufficient strength to lift and maneuver equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.

6. Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Must be willing to work overtime as needed.

Visit www.ebmud.com to submit your EBMUD application online by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. Application materials faxed, mailed or delivered to EBMUD will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to clearly specify your experience. Applicants presenting the best combination of job-related qualifications will be reviewed for further consideration.

NOTE: The recruitment for this temporary position will not result in the establishment of a civil service list.

All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.