Body & Fender Repairer--Trainee

Job Description:

Body & Fender Repairer--Trainee

Description

Position Description

Body and Fender Repairer Trainee performs body and fender repair and modification work on City-owned buses, automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles and equipment.

Tasks performed may include, but are not limited to, the following: performing automotive body and fender repair and modification work on a variety of City-owned vehicles and equipment. Use welding tools, equipment, and techniques to perform repair of damaged vehicles, equipment, and related components for transit buses, light duty vehicles, and heavy-duty vehicles. Cut and install automotive glass and read and interpret technical documents related to body and fender repair and perform related duties as required.

Body and Fender Repairer Trainee is the entry level class in the Body and Fender Repairer series. This class is distinguished from Body and Fender Repairer in that the latter is the journey level class in which incumbents perform the full range of duties with a minimum of supervision. This class is in a flexibly staffed series. Upon the recommendation of the appointing authority, Body and Fender Repairer Trainee may "flex" to Body and Fender Repairer (Current Salary: $5,618-6,827) after six (6) months of experience and possession of the two (2) ASE certifications listed in the requirements below.

Full job description available to be viewed at the link below:
https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JS-Body_and_Fender_Repairer_Trainee.pdf

One (1) vacancy exists in the FAX Maintenance Division of the Department of Transportation. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

PAY, BENEFITS, & WORK SCHEDULE

BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification - International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39)

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month.
SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination.

Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED completion;

AND

One (1) year of full-time paid experience in minor body and fender repair work on automotive or related equipment.

Additional Requirements

Possess a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

Within thirty (30) days of appointment must obtain a valid Commercial Instructional Permit.

Within six (6) months of appointment must obtain and maintain:
A valid Commercial Class B California Driver's License with required endorsements and without air brake restriction.

AND

Two (2) valid certificates issued by the National Institute for Automotive Services Excellence (ASE) in the following components:
Painting & Refinishing (B2)
Non-Structural Analysis & Damage Repair (B3)

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

These positions have been designated as being 'safety sensitive' and require all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. Federal law requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver's license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. This classification is subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout entire term of employment in this class.

How To Apply

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.

Selection Process

The examination process may consist of the following:

WRITTEN EXAMINATION: 100%: A job related written examination will be administered which may test a candidate's knowledge in the following areas: arithmetic, welding, knowledge of auto body work, mechanical tool identification, reading comprehension, diagram reading/interpretation, occupational safety, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of: May 5, 2025.

Veteran Preference Regulations

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Closing Date/Time: 04/16/2025

Salary:

5064.00 - 6154.00