Los Angeles County
POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
EXAM NUMBER
C7433N
FILING PERIOD:
We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). - until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING.
OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!Job Responsibilities
Repairs passenger cars, light, medium and heavy-duty trucks and construction equipment as well as a variety of non-automotive power equipment.Diagnoses defects and overhauls major automotive components such as gasoline, alternative fuel vehicles, hybrids, and diesel engines, clutches, transmissions, brakes, front and rear axles, fuel, cooling and electrical systems.Replaces or repairs worn or broken parts of equipment and installs accessories.Road tests various types of automotive, light medium and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment.Uses computers to access equipment information and store work records.Inspects automotive equipment to determine cause of malfunction.Performs preventive maintenance services and inspections on equipment and makes recommendations for vehicle repairs.Supervises helpers as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSOPTION I - Completion of a recognized four-year apprentice-training program* in automotive equipment repair**-OR-OPTION II - Completion of an automotive or heavy-duty, off-road repair program from an accredited community college or vocational school of at least two years duration**-OR-OPTION III - Five years of experience in automotive or heavy duty, diesel engine, off-road equipment repair, one year of which must have been at the journey level***.
*A recognized training program such as vocational schools, trade schools and community colleges.*** Journey-level staff are assigned the full-range and diversity of work and may operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
LICENSEA valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. A valid California Class A or B Driver License may be required for some positions in this class.
PHYSICAL CLASSPhysical Class IV – Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:Applicants must either upload California Driver's License as attachment at time of filing or e-mail document as an attachment to
sstewart@dpw.lacounty.gov
within five (5) business days from filing.
Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete.
**Applicants expecting to qualify under completion of a recognized four-year apprentice-training program in automotive equipment repair or completion of an automotive or heavy-duty, off-road repair program from an accredited community college or vocational school of at least two years duration
MUST
attach a copy of the certificate confirming successful completion of the required training at time of filing.
Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete.
If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email them to
sstewart@dpw.lacounty.gov
within five (5) business days of filing for open continuous exams.EXAMINATION CONTENT:This examination will consist of
TWO
(2) parts:PART I
: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at
40% , assessing:AchievementResponsibilitySafety OrientationThoroughnessFollowing InstructionsMechanical ComprehensionMULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.PART II:
An evaluation of training and experience, weighted
60% , assessing:Professional Technical Knowledge of:Repair and Modification Methods, Principles, and TechniquesEquipment/ToolsSafetyFederal, State and Local Automotive Standards/RegulationsCustomer ServiceUsing TechnologyProblem SolvingDecision MakingTeam LeadershipMULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATIONFill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the
REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject to
VERIFICATION
at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.Important Notes:FALSIFICATION of any information may result in
DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.Utilizing
VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an
INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be
DISQUALIFIED.APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
CONTACT INFORMATIONDepartment Contact Name:
Sheenia StewartDepartment Contact Phone:
(626) 458-2141Department Contact Email:
sstewart@dpw.lacounty.govADA Coordinator Phone:
(626) 458-2141Teletype Phone:
(626) 282-7829California Relay Services:
(800) 735-2922
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C7433N
FILING PERIOD:
We will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). - until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice.TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING.
OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!Job Responsibilities
Repairs passenger cars, light, medium and heavy-duty trucks and construction equipment as well as a variety of non-automotive power equipment.Diagnoses defects and overhauls major automotive components such as gasoline, alternative fuel vehicles, hybrids, and diesel engines, clutches, transmissions, brakes, front and rear axles, fuel, cooling and electrical systems.Replaces or repairs worn or broken parts of equipment and installs accessories.Road tests various types of automotive, light medium and heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment.Uses computers to access equipment information and store work records.Inspects automotive equipment to determine cause of malfunction.Performs preventive maintenance services and inspections on equipment and makes recommendations for vehicle repairs.Supervises helpers as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSOPTION I - Completion of a recognized four-year apprentice-training program* in automotive equipment repair**-OR-OPTION II - Completion of an automotive or heavy-duty, off-road repair program from an accredited community college or vocational school of at least two years duration**-OR-OPTION III - Five years of experience in automotive or heavy duty, diesel engine, off-road equipment repair, one year of which must have been at the journey level***.
*A recognized training program such as vocational schools, trade schools and community colleges.*** Journey-level staff are assigned the full-range and diversity of work and may operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
LICENSEA valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. A valid California Class A or B Driver License may be required for some positions in this class.
PHYSICAL CLASSPhysical Class IV – Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:Applicants must either upload California Driver's License as attachment at time of filing or e-mail document as an attachment to
sstewart@dpw.lacounty.gov
within five (5) business days from filing.
Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete.
**Applicants expecting to qualify under completion of a recognized four-year apprentice-training program in automotive equipment repair or completion of an automotive or heavy-duty, off-road repair program from an accredited community college or vocational school of at least two years duration
MUST
attach a copy of the certificate confirming successful completion of the required training at time of filing.
Applications submitted without the required documents will be rejected as incomplete.
If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email them to
sstewart@dpw.lacounty.gov
within five (5) business days of filing for open continuous exams.EXAMINATION CONTENT:This examination will consist of
TWO
(2) parts:PART I
: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at
40% , assessing:AchievementResponsibilitySafety OrientationThoroughnessFollowing InstructionsMechanical ComprehensionMULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.PART II:
An evaluation of training and experience, weighted
60% , assessing:Professional Technical Knowledge of:Repair and Modification Methods, Principles, and TechniquesEquipment/ToolsSafetyFederal, State and Local Automotive Standards/RegulationsCustomer ServiceUsing TechnologyProblem SolvingDecision MakingTeam LeadershipMULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATIONFill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the
REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject to
VERIFICATION
at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.Important Notes:FALSIFICATION of any information may result in
DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.Utilizing
VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an
INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be
DISQUALIFIED.APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
CONTACT INFORMATIONDepartment Contact Name:
Sheenia StewartDepartment Contact Phone:
(626) 458-2141Department Contact Email:
sstewart@dpw.lacounty.govADA Coordinator Phone:
(626) 458-2141Teletype Phone:
(626) 282-7829California Relay Services:
(800) 735-2922
#J-18808-Ljbffr