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Are you Public service-minded, responsive, adaptable,and looking for a career with multiple avenues for advancement throughout the organization? If that is you, the City of Torrance offers a unique opportunity for you to be remarkable in an environment that promotes collaboration, forward thinking, career growth, and lifelong learning! 
The City of Torrance is looking for well rounded, skilled Transit Mechanics to diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles such as automobiles, light duty trucks, motorcycles, and field equipment. This individual repairs and replaces housings, brackets and accessories using machining tools and equipment; operates computer aided diagnostic equipment, vehicle testing and/or operating equipment; keeps and enters repair orders and records of time spent, materials and parts used and type of work performed in an automated system; and performs related work as required.
 
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Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the knowledge and skills required is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of diesel, gasoline, alternative fuels or power equipment, at least one of which included experience as a journey level mechanic. Successful completion of a six month full-time training program from an accredited school in automotive/truck maintenance and repair may be substituted for up to 2 years non-bus experience performing repair and maintenance. 
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

A valid Class B California driver's license is required. 

Possession of current ASE (H) Series Transit Certifications in H1-- Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), H3-Drive Train, H4-Brakes, H5-Suspension/Steering, H6-Electrical/Electronics, H7 - Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and H8 - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) or ASE-Certified Master Transit Bus Technician is highly desirable.
 
Special Requirements:
Must provide own mechanic hand tools, up to one inch, to perform job duties.
Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Knowledge of current technology in the field, as well as knowledge of equipment which uses emerging and alternative fuels and energy sources 
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Application submissions will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Review of applications and the examination process will occur on an as needed basis.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:
 
Written Exam: weighted 40% Performance Exam: weighted 30% Oral Exam: weighted 30% 
The examination process for all three components will be conducted on one day, which will be scheduled when a sufficient amount of qualified applications are received.Visit www.torranceca.gov to find out more information about our community.Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 before the test date.In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between TME-AFSCME and the City of Torrance, new employees covered under that memorandum shall become members in good standing and pay the required service fee to said Local.Positions under this classification perform "Safety Sensitive" functions as defined by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and are subject to Federal drug and alcohol testing. Pursuant to the US DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations – 49 CFR Part 40, Federal Regulations do not authorize the use of Schedule 1 drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

As a condition of employment, applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment medical examination, a DOT drug and alcohol test, and a background check. The background check will include the requirement for a signed release of information to obtain DOT regulated drug and alcohol testing records from previous employers to be provided to the City of Torrance in accordance with DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40, Section 40.25.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. 

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact. 

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!