Automotive Mechanic I

Automotive Mechanic I

Salary: $4,479.00 – $5,669.00 Monthly
Job Type: Classified Full
Time
Job Number: 20260528
Closing: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College,
CA
Department:

The Automotive Mechanic I plays a crucial role in maintaining and repairing the District’s
fleet of vehicles and equipment, ensuring safety and reliability. This position involves a variety of tasks, including the repair, overhaul,
and maintenance of diesel-powered automotive equipment, as well as performing small engine, brake, and AC system repairs. In addition, the
Automotive Mechanic is responsible for vehicle prep, cleaning, detailing, and record-keeping to ensure vehicles are in top condition for
daily use. The role requires collaboration with internal departments to coordinate travel schedules, including field trips and special
events. As a key member of the Merced College Transportation Department, the Automotive Mechanic contributes to maintaining a safe and
efficient fleet of vehicles and equipment for staff and students. We are looking for an individual who is adaptable, solution-oriented, and
dedicated to overcoming challenges to support student success. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to making an impact,
we invite you to apply and join our team!

As you consider this opportunity, know that Merced College is more than a
community college – we are a catalyst for transformation, redefining higher education and setting new standards for excellence. Serving
nearly 20,000 students each year, we are proud to be a leading center of learning and opportunity in California’s Central Valley.

Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive
and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well-being, growth, and professional success of our team, we
foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. Located in the heart of California’s
Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento,
and Yosemite National Park.

If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced
College team.

Merced College Mission
At Merced College, students are our focus,
and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision

Enriching our community through educational experiences and support
services:

• Degree/Certificate Programs
• Transfer
• Career Technical Education
• Workforce Training
• Lifelong
  Learning
• Basic Skills
• Community Engagement

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access,
continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.

Salary Schedule
Range 20
40 hours/week
12 months/year

General
Description:
Under general supervision, to perform skill-level work in the repair, overhaul and maintenance of the
District’s gasoline-powered and diesel-powered automotive and groundskeeping equipment. This includes light trucks, medium-duty vehicles,
tractors, lifts, skid steers, riding mowers, and small engines. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance and ensures that all equipment
operates efficiently and safely.

Examples of Duties

Representative
Duties:

• Performs mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of grounds equipment, automotive equipment including
  tractors, light trucks and riding mowers, two-cycle and four-cycle engines, and tire maintenance
• Identifies and communicates
  recommendations regarding the extent and type of repairs needed for individual pieces of equipment to fellow mechanics
• Repairs small
  engines, transmissions, brakes, clutches, differentials, cooling systems, air conditioning systems, tunes engines, repairs electrical
  systems
• Orders parts and accessories
• Cares for and conducts preventative maintenance on shop tools and
  equipment
• Keep records of repair and maintenance work
• Performs vehicle cleaning including waxing/buffing and
  detailing
• Follows safe operation procedures to ensure a hazard-free working environment
• Uses work order system to create and
  update status on repair orders
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge
of:

• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, adjustment and repair of gasoline-powered
  automotive equipment
• Principles and methods used in a program of preventative maintenance for automotive equipment
• Safe
  driving practices
• Work order system for tracking of repair orders

Ability
to:

• Estimate the cost of repairs
• Order supplies and equipment
• Use tools and equipment necessary in the
  repair and maintenance of automotive equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Keep records
• To follow oral and
  written directions
• Work cooperatively with others
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic,
  socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education/Training/Experience

• Graduation from high school or the equivalent AND
• Two years of
  successful performance in automotive maintenance and repair.

License or Certificate:

• Possess a Class
  C driver’s license
• Possess or acquire automotive air conditioning certification (ASE) within first six months of
  employment

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents
may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Hazards

• Exposure to cleaning
  agents and chemicals
• Working on ladders

Physical Ability to:

• Hear and understand speech at
  normal levels
• Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
• Read printed matter and computer
  screens
• Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Bend and twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull
• Lift 60
  pounds
• Carry 60 pounds
• Reach in all directions
• Work at heights
• Ascend and descend a ladder
• Work in
  the elements (extreme temperatures)

Vision:

See in the normal visual range
with or without correction

Hearing:

Hear in the normal audio range with or
without correction

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

1. Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required
Documentation:

1. Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover
   letter)
2. Resume
3. List of three professional references (no reference letters
   permitted)

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this
recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information:

Applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to participate in onsite oral interviews
conducted by a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be selected to move forward to the interview stage.
Interviews are tentatively scheduled for July 7, 2026 with an in-person second interview scheduled for July
8, 2026
Employee Benefits:

Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee’s only $12 per month and provide access to
PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits Website for more details about our incredible employee
benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and
tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all
new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to
approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable
accommodations.
Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please
submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.

Merced Community
College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/5357918/automotive-mechanic-ijeid-0bc8c0e5b292164a82
40a2348a359e2e

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