Automotive Mechanic

We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually the posting includes description of role, duties, qualifications, etc. We need headings:

for section headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We must include a section only when posting has real specific content. We have no explicit Benefits, Pay, Schedule info. So we should not include those sections. We need to include About the role (maybe a brief description), Responsibilities (duties), Requirements (qualifications/licensure), Skills (maybe abilities). We need to preserve all substantive info, not invent. We need to remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO etc. There's none. Also remove duplicated lines, application instructions. The posting includes application instructions (online apply, etc.) which we must remove. Also remove "IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online..." etc. Also remove "TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE" maybe? That's schedule info; but schedule is a section we could include if posting actually states schedule. It gives dates: Final Filing Date, Training and Experience Evaluation, Performance Exam. That's schedule info. According to rules, we should include Schedule section only if posting actually states them. It does state dates, so we can include a Schedule section with those dates. However we must not include placeholder like "TBD". It's specific. So include Schedule. Pay: not mentioned. Benefits: not mentioned. So omit those. We need to use

• for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So for duties we can list bullet points. For qualifications also bullet list. For skills maybe bullet list. We need to preserve all substantive info; not invent or summarize away detail. Must keep details like specific tasks, etc. We need to avoid repeating job title as heading. So no heading for Automotive Mechanic. We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences. Let's structure:

  About the role

  Automotive Mechanic is the journey level class of this series, fully competent to independently perform a full range of automotive maintenance and repair duties and procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of independent judgment. Incumbents also provide lead direction to other automotive service personnel.

  Responsibilities

  • Perform the complete range of repair work on automotive equipment including diesel and alternative fuel vehicles.
  • Perform emergency repairs of vehicles in the field.
  • Lube chassis; change oil and oil filters.
  • Service vehicles with gas or propane, oil, water, coolant, transmission, and brake fluids.
  • Clean vehicle and equipment components using appropriate shop cleaning equipment and methods.
  • Test drive vehicles after inspection and repair.
  • Inspect, repair, and replace engine components such as cylinder heads, manifolds, camshafts, lifters, and timing gears.
  • Inspect, repair, and replace clutch assemblies.
  • Repair and replace parts of transmission and differential.
  • Perform routine vehicle maintenance and tune-up-related services, including inspection and replacement of air filters, spark plugs, ignition components, belts, hoses, and related engine components; diagnose and repair fuel, ignition, and engine-management systems; and inspect and service electronic engine controls and related systems.
  • Inspect, adjust, and repair hydraulic brake systems.
  • Use wheel balancer to balance wheels.
  • Clean and pack wheel bearings and U joints.
  • Inspect, repair, and replace master cylinders, wheel cylinders, brake pads, linings, calipers, drums, and rotors.
  • Inspect, replace, and repair ignition and electrical systems.
  • Operate oscilloscope, gas/electric welders, electrical test equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair vehicle electronic control systems using scan tools, diagnostic software, and other computerized diagnostic equipment.
  • Inspect and replace batteries, cables, and terminals.
  • Replace and adjust headlights and taillights.
  • Inspect and repair air conditioning units.
  • Install heaters and defrosters.
  • Inspect, replace, and repair cooling systems; pumps, thermostats, radiators, V-belts, and hoses.
  • Inspect, diagnose, repair, and replace fuel system components, including high-pressure pumps, filters, injectors, and related controls.
  • Perform exhaust emissions tests and repairs, test for conformance with state smog requirements.
  • Inspect, repair, and replace exhaust systems including mufflers and exhaust pipes.
  • Perform BIT, school bus, and related mandated inspections.
  • Complete repair order forms noting parts and labor hours used.
  • Observe safety regulations, prevent hazardous situations, and bring hazards to supervisor's attention.
  • Inspect and repair hydraulic systems.
  • Perform front end alignments, inspect, and replace ball joints, tie rods, kingpins, idler arms, bushings, shims, shackles, shock absorbers, etc.
  • Install seat belts and other special equipment.
  • Inspect and adjust door, hood, trunk latches.
  • Train and supervise others in maintenance, repair, and the installation of special equipment.
  • Drive and operate large buses and trucks; drive and operate forklift; transport vehicles to various locations.
  • Pick up and deliver auto parts.

  Requirements

  • Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent; must obtain a class B California driver license within one year from date of hire.
  • Must obtain required Automotive Service Excellence certificates and California Smog Check certificate for municipalities within one year from date of hire.
  • Journey level (3+ years) status as an automotive mechanic with demonstrated proficiency in diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of automotive equipment.
  • Knowledge of methods, tools and equipment used in the complete repair of motor vehicles; late model automotive engines, differentials and transmissions; maintenance and repair of fuel, oil, cooling, ignition, electrical and air and hydraulic brake systems; working principles of the internal combustion engine; safety rules, procedures and practices pertaining to the use and repair of vehicles and equipment in the operation of a repair shop; computerized inventory and tracking systems.
  • Skill/Ability to: use common automotive service and repair tools and equipment including air operated equipment, electrical testing, precision measuring tools, jacks and pullers; perform complete repair work on vehicles; diagnose and repair a wide variety of minor and major mechanical problems; install special equipment on vehicles; perform heavy manual labor; follow oral and written instructions; follow safety rules, procedures and practices; operate a wide variety of motor vehicles; work courteously and effectively with the public and co-workers; stand and walk for extended periods of time; lift and carry a minimum of 50lbs for extended lengths of time including equipment and supplies used in the course of work.

  Skills

  • Great organizational skills and multi-tasking ability.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player.
  • Knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle systems, including high-voltage batteries, electric motors, charging systems, power electronics, and applicable safety procedures.

  Schedule

  • Final Filing Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST
  • Training and Experience Evaluation: Thursday, October 1, 2026
  • Performance Exam: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  We must ensure we didn't include any boilerplate like "Application/Examination Open & Promotional..." etc. We removed those. Also removed "About The County" heading? There's a line "About The County" at end but no content; we should not include heading if no content. So omit. Check that we didn't repeat job title as heading. Good. Check that we didn't include Pay/Benefits sections. Good. Check that we preserved all substantive info: The description about role, duties, qualifications, skills, schedule. Did we miss any specifics like "Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:" we covered duties. Did we miss "Performing a full range of overhaul, repair, and service work on vehicles and equipment." That's covered in first bullet maybe. Did we include "Diagnosing and repairing vehicle computerized systems and related electrical component issues." That's covered under Electrical and Ignition Systems bullet. Did we include "Great organizational skills and multi-tasking ability." under Skills. Did we include "Performing smog inspections." That's under Fuel and Exhaust Systems bullet: "Perform exhaust emissions tests and repairs, test for conformance with state smog requirements." Good. Did we include "Working directly with customers." That's under Skills? Not directly but we have "work courteously and effectively with the public and co-workers." That covers. Did we include "Excellent customer service skills." yes. Did we include "Strong attention to detail." yes. Did we include "Ability to work independently and as a team player." yes. Did we include "Knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle systems, including high-voltage batteries, electric motors, charging systems, power electronics, and applicable safety procedures." yes under Skills. Qualifications: we included licensure, education and experience, knowledge, skill/ability. Did we include "Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying." Not needed as it's generic; but we could include as a bullet? It's substantive but generic. Might be okay to include. However the instruction: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." It's okay to include as bullet under Requirements. Let's add a bullet: "Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying." But we already have typical way to qualify bullet. Might be redundant but okay. We also need to include "Journey level (3+ years) status as an automotive mechanic with demonstrated proficiency in diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of automotive equipment." Already there. We also need to include "Knowledge of: Methods, tools and equipment used in the complete repair of motor vehicles. Late model automotive engines, differentials and transmissions. Maintenance and repair of fuel, oil, cooling, ignition, electrical and air and hydraulic brake systems. Working principles of the internal combustion engine. Safety rules, procedures and practices pertaining to the use and repair of vehicles and equipment in the operation of a repair shop. Computerized inventory and tracking systems." Already captured. We also need to include "Skill/Ability to: Use common automotive service and repair tools and equipment including, air operated equipment, electrical testing, precision measuring tools, jacks and pullers. Perform complete repair work on vehicles. Diagnose and repair a wide variety of minor and major mechanical problems. Install special equipment on vehicles. Perform heavy manual labor. Follow oral and written instructions. Follow safety rules, procedures and practices. Operate a wide variety of motor vehicles. Work courteously and effectively with the public and co-workers. Stand and walk for extended periods of time. Lift and carry a minimum of 50lbs for extended lengths of time including, equipment and supplies used in the course of work." Already captured. We also need to include "Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:" we already have duties list. We also need to include "Other Systems and Components: Inspect and repair hydraulic systems. Perform front end alignments, inspect, and replace ball joints, tie rods, kingpins, idler arms, bush