Automotive Technician II

Maintains and repairs department vehicles to ensure all vehicles are safe and in a well-maintained operating condition. Reviews vehicle defect reports for necessary repairs to vehicles, and inspects and verifies the need for repairs. Routinely inspects fleet vehicles for damage and ensures the fleet is clean and presentable. Inspects damaged vehicles, obtain vendor quotes when necessary, and ascertain the most cost-effective repair process; makes damage repairs on-site whenever possible. Performs minor repairs, and service vehicles according to prescribed maintenance schedules. Ensures warranty and recalls items are completed expeditiously and correctly invoiced. Ensures completion of smog inspections of vehicles as required. Cleans vehicle interiors, trunks and engine compartments. Ensures vehicle trunks are organized and properly stocked. Mounts, balances and changes tires, and maintains an adequate supply of mounted tires for immediate use. Safely operates vehicles and moves them to and from commercial repair facilities, if unable to perform repairs locally. Ensures the rifle, shotgun, and Voyager card are removed from all vehicles and properly secured prior to taking a vehicle to a vendor for repairs. Ensures automotive vendor services are properly completed. Basic knowledge of and ability to use computer programs; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access One Drive, and Adobe.

Monitors the usage of gasoline and other petroleum products and ensure accuracy. Maintains the Area's fuel records and submits them for review in a timely manner. Ensures the fuel island's hoses and nozzles are free from defects, service the fuel island, ensure proper supplies, including spill kit, are in place. Maintains the entire gasoline station in a clean safe and serviceable condition, maintain the inventory sheet at the gasoline pumps to record gasoline/oil consumption, and notify Administrative Supervisor of any discrepancies. Checks the status of service stations equipment and storage tank monitoring systems daily. Obtains printout of fuel inventory from the VEEDER ROOT, monitoring system and ensure accuracy with daily fuel usage. Completes and files the CHP 33D, Daily Gasoline Inventory form, and transfer applicable information to the form CHP 33F, Monthly Gasoline Inventory. Ensures the propane tank's fuel level is above the minimum level of 30 percent. Performs daily inspection and weekly checks, preventative maintenance, and 15-minute run operation of the Area emergency generators and record same. Maintain the entire Automotive Technician area and office in a clean, safe and presentable condition. Accurately updates Fuel Master system mileage information into Fleet Focus daily.

Orders, stocks, inventory and ensures adequate parts and supplies are on-hand to maintain the vehicle fleet, equipment, and the fuel service station facility. These items include, but are not limited to tires, rims, balancing weights, brake rotors, brake pads, light bulbs, fuel filters, air filters, oil filters, emergency flares, vehicle cleaning and maintenance supplies. Maintain required stock of gasoline, oil and propane. Ensures the rotation of all stocked items. Ensure parts and supplies used are promptly and accurately entered into Fleet Focus database. Ensures spare parts, tires, tools and other equipment are secure and accounted for. Receives and ships parts, tools and supplies as needed. Maintain proper inventory and records of spare parts, tires, tools and petroleum products. Ensures daily gasoline stock levels are checked and recorded and that inventory levels are accurate. Updates, maintains, and retains fleet vehicle, equipment, and fuel service station facility records and reports(paper and electronic). Schedules semi-annual pickup of waste oil and drained waste oil filters. Stocks arriving automotive parts and supplies and add to the applicable inventory log and Fleet Focus. Maintains and updates contract files and Motor Transport Bulletins. Service fire extinguishers as needed. Disposes of junk tires via the bid process.

Maintains each vehicle's service folder, including but not limited to the following applicable forms; each vehicle's form CHP 57, Motor Vehicle Assignment and Transfer, up-to-date and accurate for the life of the vehicle and ensure it is transferred with the vehicle or provided to Motor Transport section for replacement of run-out vehicles. Updates the CHP 424, Preventive Maintenance Schedule & Repair History Enforcement, CHIP 424A, Preventive Maintenance Schedule & Repair History Continued, CHP 426, Preventive Maintenance Schedule and Repair History Non-Enforcement, and CHP 33E, Vehicle Inspection Checklist. Updates the vehicle mileage in Fleet Focus by the 10th of the following month.

Provides the Area Commander and fleet supervisor with regular updates of reported vehicle defects and repairs, with completion dates. Monitors vehicle mileage to ensure uniformity with vehicle age. Submit updated mileage averaging report to the fleet supervisor. Coordinates the exchange of vehicles with Fleet Operations Section and arrange for transport of vehicles to/from Fleet Operations Section. Compiles the form CHP 33, Driver's Equipment Check, and gas receipts from each vehicle and file monthly.


Maintains required permits and schedule inspections, as needed, for the fuel storage tank, air compressor, propane tanks, auto lifts, emergency generators.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Work in the office located in the city of Altadena, Los Angeles County, from Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except weekends and state holidays.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-530570


Position #(s):
388-575-6830-001

Working Title:
Automotive Technician II


Classification:
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN II $4,346.00 - $5,721.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
Los Angeles County


Telework:
In Office


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Department Information California Highway Patrol
Altadena Area (575)
2130 Windsor Avenue
Altadena, CA 91001

The mission of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security. The CHP offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization. We remain competitive and current with training and technology, keeping the citizens of California safe. We have many employment opportunities, and we invite you to look into the California Highway Patrol for your future.
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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

The CHP utilizes their own Automotive Technician II certification list. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the Automotive Technician II classification to be eligible to take the examination. To obtain certification list eligibility, please view the examination bulletin link at CalCareers and follow all instructions. In addition to applying for the examination, applicants MUST submit an application to this Job Control to be considered for the position.



Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 9/11/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).


How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:


Address for Mailing Application Packages


You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


California Highway Patrol
052/Selection Standards and Examinations
Attn: Naoka Iwaya
P.O. Box 942898


Sacramento , CA 94298-0001


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


California Highway Patrol
052/Selection Standards and Examinations
Classification and Hiring
601 North 7th Street


Sacramento , CA 95811


08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


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.
• Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.


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:


Well organized with attention to detail; ability to multi-task; ability to follow written and oral instructions; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work independently; excellent attendance; computer skills.



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



Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Naoka Iwaya
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Hiring Unit Contact:
Lieutenant Jeffrey O'Brien
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Equal Opportunity & Access Section
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Additional Application Submission Requirements
Interested individuals shall submit a Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire with their STD. 678 Employment Application. Hard copy applications must also include the classification title, job control number (JC-530570) and/or position number 388-575-6830-001 on the application.


It is required to submit work/employment experience, dates, hours worked, supervisor names, and supervisor phone numbers on the application in descending order, starting with your current job. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute for a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a complete state application may not be considered.


Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes but is not limited to, the Equal Employment Opportunity page, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver's license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.


Although the intent is to fill this vacancy as soon as possible, the exact duration of the selection process can vary and is unknown at this time.


Other
Please note: To obtain list eligibility, you will need to take and pass an examination for the classification to establish list eligibility prior to a job offer. Please visit the link below to search for an examination.

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 receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position's assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.