Extra Help Auto Service Worker

Applications will be reviewed by Tulare County Human Resources & Development. As extra help positions become available, County departments with the job openings select the most qualified and appropriate applicant for the position available. The number of hours and duration of employment varies by each assignment. Extra help employees may work in a variety of County departments in locations throughout the geographic county area.

Extra help employees may not work more than 1,559 hours in any fiscal year from July to June. An extra help employee who mistakenly works in excess of 1,559 hours in a fiscal year does not become a probationary or regular employee. Applications will be active for six months. If you are hired for extra help and you complete a work assignment and then if you wish to be employed again, you must resubmit an Extra Help application online. There are no benefits associated with extra help positions. See regular job specification for complete job duties and requirements.

Typical Duties

Check automotive equipment for gasoline, oil, water, air, and battery water as needed; lubricate automotive equipment, change oil, oil filters, transmission fluid and brake fluid on a regularly scheduled basis; inspect, lubricate or adjust as needed door latches, hinges, mirrors, and window cranks; inspect, replace and balance tires; inspect and pack front wheel brakes; service, replace and recharge batteries; replace headlights, taillights, and turn signals; deliver automotive equipment and pick up parts and supplies; steam clean motor and chassis; clean shop area; keep records on fuel disbursements when automated system fails; tow and strip out vehicles; perform tire and tube inventory; install hoses and belts. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth(12 th ) grade.

Experience: One (1) year of experience in an automotive repair shop.

Knowledge of: Basic workings of car and truck engines, chassis, suspension and wheels: correct use of hand held tools; automotive brake systems sufficient to perform necessary repairs and adjustments; automotive cooling systems sufficient to inspect and replace external pressure parts; automotive electrical systems sufficient to replace such things as starters and alternators.

Skill/Ability to: Read and understand work orders and parts manuals; read dials, gauges, and meters; write legibly; follow written and oral instructions; tactfully, courteously, and patiently deal with the public and other workers; observe safe work practices.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

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Closing Date/Time: 4/22/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of Tulare - HR&D

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