Garage Attendant

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

Riverside County Department of Transportation seeks a Garage Attendant, located in Riverside.

The Garage Attendant will execute garage support activities such as performing minor maintenance on automotive equipment, including changing windshield wipers and light bulbs, removing and replacing oil and air filters and replenishing fluids such as water and oil.

Additionally, the Garage Attendant will maintain garage facilities by performing general janitorial responsibilities such as sweeping, removing trash and cleaning restrooms. The incumbent will also process deliveries and deliver equipment parts to different facilities in Riverside County.

Highly competitive candidates will have job-related knowledge of basic automotive maintenance techniques, calculating supplies and shop equipment needed to service light and medium trucks up to 35,000 lbs. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight). Experience using manual and power assisted automotive tools, floor jack, jack stands, gas powered blower and shop vacuum.

Looking for a career?

While this is an entry-level position, a successful performance can lead to advancement within Riverside County's Automotive Technician and Heavy Engine Maintenance career paths, through a competitive recruitment process.

Meet the Team!

The County of RiversideTransportation & Land Management Agency (TLMA)is the umbrella agency for seven county departments. They are the Planning Department, Building & Safety Department, Transportation Department, Code Enforcement Department, Environmental Programs Department, Aviation Department, and the Administrative Services Department.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists in the performance of minor maintenance and servicing of a vehicle fleet including, but not limited to servicing equipment with oil, water, air, and fuel; changes oil; removes and replaces air and oil filters.
• Assists in lubricating fleet service vehicles; may assist in recovery of disabled vehicles to include minor road service and towing of vehicles; may transport vehicles to various new County locations.
• Affixes decals and assists in new vehicle preparation; may assist in preparation of vehicles for painting.
• Replaces worn items such as windshield wipers, light bulbs, and fan belts; steam cleans equipment.
• Performs parts or delivery runs to various fleets service new facilities, as required; cleans, waxes or polishes equipment.
• Performs janitorial duties as directed; performs errands; maintains shop equipment.
• May supervise volunteers and Sheriff Department Work Release participants as directed.
• Performs light garage maintenance to include carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to: Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance; learn the principles of vehicle maintenance; learn the safety practices and procedures of a vehicle maintenance facility/service center; perform heavy manual labor; learn to operate a variety of vehicle services equipment; follow oral and written instructions.

License

Possession of a valid California Driver License: Class C

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Application Status

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Go to www.RC-HR.com, click on “Careers,” click on “County Job Openings” and click on the “Subscribe to Job Alerts” icon.

For questions regarding this recruitment

Contact Richard Griego at (951) 955-5162 or [email protected]. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

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