Automotive Systems Technician II/III

Description THE AGENCY The General Services Agency (GSA) is comprised of Fleet Services, Facilities, Procurement, Special Services, Security Business Support, and the Parks Department. GSA is responsible for a broad spectrum of services to all County departments and agencies. It requires a diverse workforce to accomplish the GSA mission of contributing to the quality of life in Ventura County by partnering with their customers to provide expertise and cost-effective service delivery, and foster the preservation of natural resources. Fleet Operations of the General Services Agency maintains and works on a variety County Vehicles and Heavy Equipment, including those assigned to the Sheriff, Office of Emergency Services, motor, and Public Works. THE POSITION Under general supervision, the Automotive Systems Technician (II, III) installs, tests, repairs, maintains, and removes electronic and electrical mobile equipment from vehicles and related equipment; may assist in new vehicle preparation, restoration and/or modification of vehicles and equipment in the course of performing customary work. The successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills with 2 to 5 years of experience in troubleshooting, installation, testing, repair, maintenance and removal of electronic and electrical automotive equipment. The ideal candidate will possess some experience or the ability to work well with others and at the III level oversee and train less experienced employees. PAYROLL TITLES AND ANNUAL SALARIES Automotive Systems Technician II: $60,550.30 - $76,295.19 Automotive Systems Technician III: $66,180.31 - $83,402.24 EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE Some positions may be eligible for educational incentive. This incentive may be 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Automotive Systems Technician is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) and is eligible for overtime compensation. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: August 5, 2026 CLOSING DATE: August 12, 2026 , at 5:00 pm Examples Of Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following (depending on classification level): Modifies, fabricates and alters original configurations on automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, specialized emergency and related equipment for the installation and repair of auxiliary components systems such as two-way radios, computers, video equipment, sirens, lights, mounts and brackets.Disassembles and assembles vehicles and equipment as needed to perform maintenance, repairs, diagnostics or installation of systems and other auxiliary equipment and components. Test after repairs to insure proper operation of vehicles and equipment.Inspects and tests electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, electronic test equipment and computer software.References schematics and manufacturers' specifications to understand electrical connections and locate problems.Operates vehicles as required to carry out maintenance.Maintains electronic records of work orders, repairs performed and time worked.Performs related work as assigned. Automotive Systems Technician III In addition to the duties listed above, the duties of the Automotive Systems Technician III include: Working on the more difficult assignments or projects.Lead functions including guiding, checking, correcting and reporting on the work of the team.Training lower level Automotive Systems Technicians. Typical Qualifications These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE: An individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Automotive Systems Technician II Two (2) years of experience in performing mobile communications installation, testing, and repair OR one (1) year as an Automotive Systems Technician I. Automotive Systems Technician III Five (5) years of experience in performing mobile communications installation, testing, and repair OR three (3) years as an Automotive Systems Technician II. Necessary Special Requirements Incumbents must: Be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds, unassisted.Possess and maintain a valid California driver license.Be able to recognize and identify colors.Be capable of a full range of body movements including, but not limited to, reaching, bending, standing, grasping, kneeling and twisting.Be capable of working in tight quarters and awkward positions.Be willing to undergo a background check by the Ventura County Sheriff Department. Desired Automotive Systems Technician II Possession of the Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP), Certified Electronics Technician (CET) Associate level certifications, and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification.Experience in mobile radio programming.Motorola radio programming and antennae. Experience in performing electronic installations on law enforcement, emergency response and/or Public Works vehicles/heavy equipment. Automotive Systems Technician III Possession of the Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP), Certified Electronics Technician (CET) Associate level certifications, Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification and FCC license (elements 1 and 3).Motorola radio programming and antennae design. Experience in performing electronic installations on law enforcement, emergency response and/or Public Works vehicles/heavy equipment. Recruitment Process FINAL FILING DATE : Your application must be received by County of Ventura General Services Department in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. To apply online, please refer to our website at www.venturacounty.gov/jobs. A paper application can be obtained by calling (805) 654-5129. Our address is County of Ventura, Human Resources division, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009. NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information. Note to Applicants: Sufficient information must be provided under the Education/Work experience portion of the application and supplemental questionnaire to thoroughly and accurately demonstrate your qualifications to determine eligibility. A resume may be attached to supplement your responses in the above referenced sections; however, it may not be substituted in lieu of the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire will be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from further consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process. WRITTEN EXAMINATION – 70%: A job-related written examination will be conducted to evaluate participating applicants' knowledge of electronics and tool, equipment, diagram recognition. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify to take the practical examination. PRACTICAL EXAMINATION - 30%: Candidates will be required to complete job-related tasks where essential job duties and the job environment are simulated. The method of completing the tasks, the time required, and the final product will be scored and evaluated. Practical examinations may also encompass actual job performance in the position and/or successful completion of any required job training. Candidates must pass both the written exam and the practical exam in order to qualify for placement on the eligible list. NOTE: If appointed at the AST II level, incumbent may be promoted to the AST III level without further exam upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with the business needs of the department. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION Applicants will be subject to a thorough background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record. The successful candidate is also required to cooperate with a background investigation by the Ventura County Sheriff Department and must receive clearance from the Sheriff Department prior to hire. For further information regarding this recruitment, please contact Chinna Nahabedian by email to Chinna.Nahabedian@venturacounty.gov or phone (805) 654-2458. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Ventura 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.