Collision Auto Body Technician (Fleet Technician II)

Collision Auto Body Technician II

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

Open to the public. This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Fleet Technician II positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

Deadline to apply. This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 P.M. (PST).

The opportunity. OC Fleet Services is seeking a skilled Collision Auto Body Technician II to perform journeyman-level work in repairing, modifying, and painting automobiles and heavy equipment exteriors and interiors, and to do other work as required. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Straighten and repair automobile and heavy equipment fenders, body panels, and metal surfaces; remove dents and weld tears in surfaces; fill rough areas, and grind and sand surfaces; repair and fabricate fiberglass and various metal parts and surfaces
• Sand and prime coats exterior and interior automobile and heavy equipment surfaces in preparation for finish painting
• Mix, match, and apply paint with spray gun
• Build, repair, or replace wood side boards and stakes on truck beds
• Disassemble and reassemble specialized equipment such as sirens, lights, mounts, and brackets, and make necessary wiring installations
• Repair and replace door hinges, locks, glass run channels, windows, windshields and various parts
• Repair and replace interior trim and upholstery
• Use various welding methods to modify and repair damaged vehicles and equipment.
• Install basic automotive wiring systems
• Fabricate from sheet metal modification to vehicles and heavy equipment to alter original configurations

Desirable qualifications and core competencies. The ideal candidate is an auto body professional with extensive experience repairing and restoring automobiles as part of a commercial, industrial or government fleet. Although not required, the certifications and training listed below are highly desirable:

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified in Non-Structural Repairs (Bodywork) preferred or similar training and experience in non-structural repairs
• ASE Certified in Structural Repairs (Frame Repair) preferred or similar training or experience in structural repairs
• I-CAR Certified in Body/Frame repair preferred or similar training and experience in structural and non-structural repair

In addition, the successful candidate will possess the following core competencies:

• Technical experience & knowledge
• Oral & written communication

Minimum qualifications. Please click here for details on the Fleet Technician II classification, including the physical, mental, environmental and working conditions.

Recruitment process. Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application screening (refer/non-refer). Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Performance exam (weighted 100%). A performance exam is a test in which applicants demonstrate their knowledge, skills and, ability to performing job related tasks. It is designed to assess how effectively applicants apply their knowledge, skills, and abilities in realistic or simulated scenarios. A panel of job knowledge experts evaluates performance using standardized criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Eligible list. Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the County's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Veterans employment preference. The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here (Download PDF reader) to review the policy.

Reasonable accommodation. The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

Email notification. Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

Note: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at

Eeo information. Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.