Automotive Emission Test Specialist Il

Job Description and Duties

The Mobile Source Laboratory Division is seeking a motivated and mechanically inclined candidate to fill an Automotive Emission Test Specialist (AETS) II position for the Test Support Unit (TSU). The mission of TSU is to conduct exhaust emissions testing in support of the California Air Resources Board’s vehicle testing programs. TSU supports Agency’s emission testing programs for certification, in-use compliance, regulatory development, enforcement, emissions inventory and research utilizing test cells for testing light- and medium-duty vehicles, motorcycles, and all-terrain vehicles. These test cells follow strict guidelines provided by the California Code of Regulations (CRR) and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). The AETS II candidate will be responsible for testing light- and medium-duty vehicles on dynamometers, measuring exhaust emissions in accordance with the CCR and CFR, following established Standard Operating Procedures, and test plan requirements. Other responsibilities include: operating, maintaining, and throubleshooting laboratory test equipment, performing quality control system checks, setting up and driving test vehicles on a dynamometer, operating test automation system, and assisting project and test engineers with data acquisition. Verbal and written communication skills are essential in fulfilling daily work assignments and coordination activities for testing operations.

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Working Conditions

This position is not currently eligible for telework. The incumbent will be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.).  
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
• Must be able to move/transport testing equipment weighing up to 30 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Duties require use of hearing protection and safety footwear when working on-site. Must be able to work underneath a vehicle in order to restrain test vehicles on a dynamometer and disconnect/connect electrical and vapor lines.

Special Requirements

California Driver's License

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Posseses a M1 motorcycle license.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Convenient to public transportation
• Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.  Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

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Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
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  Must have a valid Class-C California Driver's license