Automotive Mechanic

Date Opened: 6/8/2026 08:00:00 AM

Filing Deadline: 6/29/2026

Location: Los Angeles Trade-Technical College

Salary: $6,799.99 - $8,424.00/mo; $81,599.88 - $101,088.00/yr (based on a full-time, 12-month position)

Job Type: Open Only

Definition

Performs journey-level work in the all-around diagnosis, overhaul, maintenance, and repair of various types of gasoline-, diesel-, and electric-powered automotive equipment.

Typical Duties

Overhauls a variety of gasoline, diesel, and electric-powered automotive equipment...
Diagnoses causes of equipment malfunction.
Performs repair work on internal combustion engines...
Adjusts and repairs other components of automotive equipment...
Performs maintenance work on automotive equipment...
Troubleshoots vehicle computers and computerized sensors...
Safely operates shop equipment...
Performs electric and oxygen acetylene welding.
Matches tires on dual wheels.
Orders and stocks parts and supplies needed for repairs.
Maintains equipment usage, inspection, smog certification, and service and repair records.
Maintains an inventory of supplies and tools...
Estimates costs for parts and equipment.
Makes recommendations regarding repair by outside contractors.
Test drives vehicles on the road.
Maintains shop area, supplies, and tools in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
May perform repair of heavy-duty off road vehicles.
May perform repair and maintenance on auxiliary equipment...
May assign, review the work of, and provide training to assigned lower-level staff.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

An Automotive Mechanic repairs, overhauls, and maintains light-, medium-, and heavy-duty automotive equipment including motorized farm and garden equipment.

A Power Equipment Mechanic repairs, overhauls, and maintains a variety of light-duty power equipment and performs minor repairs and maintenance on automotive equipment.

Supervision

General supervision is received from a General Foreman or Director of College Facilities. Work direction may be provided to Maintenance Assistants.

Class Qualifications

Knowledge of: Types, models, and operation of automotive equipment; Principles and theories related to automotive mechanics and electrical wiring systems; Tools, diagnostic instruments, materials, and parts involved in the repair and maintenance of automotive equipment; Gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines; Hydraulic and power take-off accessory systems; Preventive maintenance requirements for automotive equipment; Electric and oxygen acetylene welding; Safety precautions, practices, and procedures of the trade; Basic recordkeeping procedures; Basic operations of computer equipment

Skill in: Use of tools and instruments of the trade

Ability to: Diagnose and repair electric, electronic, and mechanical malfunctions of a wide range of automotive equipment; Adjust and operate automotive shop equipment; Use and read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and oscilloscopes; Read and use manuals and specifications related to automotive equipment; Work independently; Work effectively and cooperatively with District staff, students, and outside service contractors; Keep accurate records; Road test vehicles; Learn the characteristics of new equipment and update technical skills to adapt to changing technology; Learn general and specialized software applications

Entrance Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A. An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in automotive mechanics or a related field AND three years of full-time paid experience in all-around automotive repair of complete power train, electric, and hydraulic systems including work on automobiles, heavy-duty trucks, buses, or off-the-road equipment. One year of the required experience must have been recent and at the journey-level.

B. Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND completion of a recognized apprenticeship program of at least four years' duration or its equivalent in automotive equipment repair AND one year of recent, full-time, paid, journey-level experience in all-around automotive repair of complete power train, electric, and hydraulic systems including work on automobiles, heavy-duty trucks, buses, or off-the-road equipment.

C. Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND five years of full-time paid experience in all-around automotive repair of complete power train, electric, and hydraulic systems including work on automobiles, heavy-duty trucks, buses, or off-the-road equipment. One year of the required experience must have been recent and at the journey-level.

D. Any equivalent combination of A., B., and C. above.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move items weighing up to fifty pounds.

Special: A valid Class 'C' California driver's license.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance and vision care plans are provided for employees and their dependents.
A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee.
New employees receive 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave.
19 paid holidays per year.
Vacation days accrue annually beginning at 10 days and increasing incrementally to 24 days depending on years of service with the District. Vacation days for management and confidential positions begin at 15, 20, or 24 days.
Other paid time off includes: bereavement leave, personal necessity leave, court subpoena, and jury duty.
Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System. Employees are also covered by Social Security.
Employee Assistance Program

Selection Process

The examination process may consist of one or more parts which may include a training and experience evaluation, written test, performance test and/or oral interview.