Automotive Attendant
Salary
$59,718.88 - $71,978.40 Annually
Location
Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
26-M24-A
Department
Fleet Management
Opening Date
10/06/2026
Closing Date
10/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
03
Description
Under supervision, to perform general administrative duties relating to dispatching County vehicles or to perform general utility work in a garage, repair shop, of service station and to assist higher level mechanics.
NOTE: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take a practical exam TENTATIVELY scheduled for Saturday, December 05, 2026. Qualifying candidates will be notified of the examination instructions.
Typical Tasks
Inspects vehicles for service needs, and services with gas, oil, air, and water;
Completes preventative maintenance checklist for fluid levels, water hoses, mufflers, tailpipes, etc.; drains, flushes, and fills crank cases; changes transmission fluids; inspects, adjusts and repairs brake systems; adjusts head lights;
Replaces minor accessories, such as windshield wiper blades, light bulbs, side and rear view mirrors, license plates, grease fittings, oil and air filters and warranty items that do not require in-depth mechanical understanding;
Gauges oil and fuel storage tanks and records readings; monitors storage tanks for leakage;
Adds and removes decals on vehicles and duplicates keys;
Steam cleans and polishes equipment and parts;
Repairs and changes tires and balances wheels;
Assigns pool cars to County employees and inspects pool vehicles for service needs;
Maintains tire parts room, and assists in maintaining routine equipment records for parts stock control;
Tests, charges and replaces batteries;
Orders, picks up and delivers parts and equipment, and stocks as necessary;
Drives County vehicles for the purpose of relocating the equipment;
Prepares service request forms, checks service request forms against services performed, and maintains vehicle records;
Performs related work as required.
Employment Standards
Possession of a valid California drivers license is required at the time of appointment and ability to qualify for and maintain an acceptable driving record, which will qualify for a County drivers permit.
Special Requirements:
Possession of a forklift operators certificate within six (6) months of appointment or must vacate the position. Certificate must be maintained throughout employment.
Some positions may require the possession of an Air Conditioning and Refrigerant license/certification issued by the State of California within six (6) months of appointment or must vacate the position. Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
Sufficient education, training and work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge and abilities:
Experience Note: A candidate would normally acquire the knowledge and abilities listed below by training and experience equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
AND
One (1) year of experience working in the service department of an automotive dealership or service station.
Possession of one (1) or more National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications is desirable.
Knowledge of:
Basic automotive maintenance and repair procedures.
Automotive nomenclature;
Use of hand tools;
Basic computer use (familiarity with computer).
Ability to:
Service automobiles with gas, oil, air, and water.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Keep simple records and prepare simple reports.
Demonstrate manual dexterity;
Establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and the public;
Some positions may be required to perform a wide variety of physical tasks requiring strength, coordination and agility and to move and lift objects that weigh up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds.
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more here.
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the CalPERS pension plan. In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The Health Flexible Spending Account (HFSA) empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the Employee Childcare Assistance Plan, an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance, California State Disability Insurance, and Integration with Leave. These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The Employee Wellness Program offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous Learning and Employee Development program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.
01
Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete.
Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
Do you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?
02
Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
03
This position requires the possession of a valid California Drivers License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Drivers Permit. Do you understand this requirement?
04
Please indicate if you possess any of the following licenses/certifications. Check all that apply and attach copies of all certifications/licenses to this application, if applicable.
05
How many years of experience do you possess working in the service department of an automotive dealership or service station?
06
Describe your experience working in the service department of an automotive dealership or service station.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
07
This position has physical requirements. With or without an accommodation, are you able to preform a wide variety of physical tasks requiring strength, coordination, and agility?
08
With or without accommodation, are you able to safely move and lift objects that weigh up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds?
09
How did you find out/hear about this job?
10
How did you find out about this job? If "Other" is selected: Please describe how you heard about this job.
Required Question
Employer County of Santa Clara
Address 70 W. Hedding Street
8th Floor, East Wing
San Jose, California, 95110
Phone (408) 299-6816
Website http://www.sccjobs.org/
| Location | Santa Clara, CA |
| Salary | $59,718.88–$71,978.40 Per Year |
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