Automotive Mechanic I​/II

Level I Salary: $1,716.53 - $2,051.41 Biweekly

Level II Salary: $1,954.20 - $2,335.45 Biweekly

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Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant’s knowledge of principles of internal combustion engines and of procedures, tools, equipment, and materials used in the repair, maintenance and servicing of motorized equipment; diagnose the cause of mechanical failures; diagnose and repair fuel injection systems, transaxles and interpret on-board computer fault codes; install and adjust various emission control devices;

ability to estimate time and material needed in order to complete a job; read, comprehend and follow electrical and mechanical schematics, understand and follow oral and written instructions; and to operate computers and related software applications, and other related topics.

Applicants must attain at least 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent AND two (2) years of experience repairing late model vehicles which incorporate front wheel drive, fuel injection systems, command control computer systems and transaxles;
• OR Completion of an approved two (2) year automotive technology program.

Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License prior to the time of appointment is required.

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent AND five (5) years of experience repairing late model vehicles which incorporate front wheel drive, fuel injection systems, command control computer systems and transaxles;
• OR three (3) years as an Automotive Mechanic I in the Kern County system or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Five (5) ASE certifications are required:
Engine Repair, Engine Performance, Electrical Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Brakes.

Possession of a valid Class "B" California Driver's License by end of six-month probation is required.

Appointees are required to furnish their own hand tools in accordance with departmental policy.

*** Applicants must attach the following to their applications:

• If qualifying with an approved two (2) year automotive technology program, applicants must attach verification they completed the automotive technology program.

• The following five ASE certifications:
  Engine Repair, Engine Performance, Electrical Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Brakes.

Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your applications. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may email a copy to Nesrine Annan at

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.