Automotive/Equipment Mechanic - HigherEdJobs

California State University, Fresno
Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
Agricultural Operations
Vacancy # 11848

Automotive/Equipment Mechanic

Salary:
$4,383.00 to $5,601.00 per month
(Anticipated hiring salary range: $4,383.00 to $4,500.00 per month)

Overview:
Under the lead of the Coordinator of University Fleet Services and Farm Machinery, the mechanic performs skilled work in overhaul, repair, maintenance, service and adjustment of campus automotive, farm machinery, maintenance and construction equipment.

Position Summary:

• Repair and maintain automotive, agricultural and construction equipment;
• Inspect and perform diagnostic tests on vehicles and equipment to locate and determine the extent of necessary corrective action;
• Perform diagnostic tests on current vehicles and equipment using state of the art analyzers;
• Operate and maintain tools, machinery and computerized systems used in the maintenance, and repair of vehicles, farm machinery, maintenance and construction equipment;
• Troubleshoot and repair all systems and components;
• Make minor to major repairs to vehicles and/or equipment;
• Maintain Bureau of Automotive Repair smog reports;
• Estimate costs of materials and labor for maintenance and repairs;
• Maintain vehicle inspection, maintenance and repairing records using manual and/or computerized record keeping system;
• Fabricate, construct and/or modify new or special equipment, mechanical, engine and body parts;
• Provide instruction and lead direction to semi-skilled and unskilled assistants;
• Respond to emergency vehicle and equipment repair calls;
• Perform related assignments as required;
• Work effectively with faculty, students and staff from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio- economic backgrounds.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to vehicle and other power driven equipment, including Bureau of Automotive Repair regulations;
• Thorough knowledge of vehicle and equipment mechanics including theory of electrical, engine, power transmission, brake and hydraulic systems common on state of the art equipment and applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to automotive and other power-driven equipment, including applicable smog regulations;
• Ability to perform diagnostic tests on vehicles and equipment using state of the art analyzers;
• Perform mathematical calculations required by the job;
• Read and write at a level appropriate to the position;
• Use computer to obtain technical information required to trouble and analyze vehicle and equipment problems;
• Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers;
• Have a current valid California Driver's License and good driving record.

Education and Experience:
A combination of progressively responsible training and experience as an automotive and/or equipment mechanic which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard apprenticeship program in automotive technology, diesel technology, equipment technology and/or equivalent experience.

Filing Deadline:
August 22, 2012

Application Procedures:

An online application, a resume, and three professional references, including telephone numbers, are required. A cover letter that addresses your qualifications for the position is recommended. Full consideration will not be given to applicants who fail to complete all application requirements.

Pursuant to Executive Order 883, reasonable accommodation is to be provided upon request from an employee or applicant with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the campus. What constitutes a reasonable accommodation is to be determined by the campus on a case-by-case basis after it has received the individual's request for accommodation and engaged in an interactive process. Employees or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources directly at (559) 278-2032.

How To Apply:

To apply for this or any open position at Fresno State visit our online employment site at: http://jobs.fresnostate.edu/

Other Requirements:

Pursuant to the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility to be employed in the United States.

Background investigations will be conducted, as required, depending upon the job requirements of a position. These could include, but are not limited to, processing of fingerprints through the Department of Justice and degree and license verifications. An offer of employment may or may not be extended based upon the results of these verifications.

California State University, Fresno annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Fresno State, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to or accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, alcohol/drug use, crime prevention, reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Campus Police Department or by accessing the following web site: http://www.csufresno.edu/police/report.htm.

Other Applicant Information:

Applicants will receive confirmation of receipt of their application materials via automatic email reply. In addition, qualified applicants will receive email notification at the conclusion of the recruitment process.

It is the policy of the California State University to fill vacant positions represented by the California State University Employees' Union (CSUEU) with qualified applicants currently employed on the campus. Other applicants may be selected when it is necessary to meet the best interests of the campus by obtaining specialized skills and abilities not available from campus applicants.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Order 883 prohibits discrimination and Executive Order 927 prohibits harassment on the basis of protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity, per HR 2004-12), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Retaliation against individuals for complaining about proscribed conduct, opposing such conduct, or participating in an investigation or proceeding involving such conduct is prohibited by both executive orders.

Further, California State University, Fresno's statement of commitment to equal employment opportunity principles is also found in the various collective bargaining agreements.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform you that we can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and authorization to accept employment.

General Information:

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to offer high quality educational opportunities to qualified students at the bachelor's and master's levels, and in certain applied disciplines at the doctoral level. The current enrollment is approximately 20,000 students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and world. California State University, Fresno promotes student learning and community engagement through faculty scholarship and service learning opportunities in collaboration with community organizations, education, industry, business and government. The university was one of the first US Colleges and Universities to be selected by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for its new Community Engagement Classification.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 600,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley on the western edge of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The campus is within easy driving distance of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, the Monterey Peninsula, Lake Tahoe, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

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California State University, Fresno is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Source: http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?JobCode=175658415

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