Job Description

Salary : $60,826.58 - $83,751.03 Annually
Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-66441-01
Department: TLMA Transportation
Division: Transportation Equipment - ISF
Opening Date: 08/28/2025
Closing Date: 9/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific


ABOUT THE POSITION
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The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.
The County of Riverside's TLMA Transportation Department has an opportunity for a Truck Mechanic, located in Riverside.
The Truck Mechanic will be tasked to perform a wide range of services on medium and heavy duty gas and diesel trucks and trailers. Responsibilities will include: servicing, adjusting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical defects.
Experience in differentials, starters, alternators, hydraulic and air brake systems, clutches, axles, steering gears, suspension components, carburetors, fuel injection systems, cooling systems, air conditioning systems electrical systems is required. Including, mechanical experience with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles.

The most competitive candidates will be experienced with: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CAT ET, CUMMINS In-Site and Bendix software programs; knowledgeable of AssetWorks or other preventative maintenance software and able to maintain vehicle records in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards.
Basic Inspection of Terminals (BIT) program knowledge and/or welding/fabrication are highly desired.
The selected candidate may be required to supply their own basic tools to perform the essential functions of the Truck Mechanic position.
The anticipated work schedule is 4/10.
MEET THE TEAM! The (TLMA) is the umbrella agency for seven county departments. They are the Planning Department, Building & Safety Department, Transportation Department, Code Enforcement Department, Environmental Programs Department, Aviation Department and the Administrative Services Department.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical failures and defects in a variety of heavy trucks.
• Rebuild or repair engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, axles, steering gears, carburetors, cooling systems, and other mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Complete tune-ups on carburetion, fuel injection, and ignition systems.
• Replace and adjust air, hydraulic and vacuum brakes, starters, and generators.
• Repair smaller automotive equipment when required; rough welding; maintain time and material records.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I

Experience: Completion of a recognized heavy-duty truck mechanic apprenticeship training program.
OPTION II

Experience: Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. (Completion of trade related courses from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 24 quarter units equaling two years of the required experience.)
OPTION III

Experience: Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. (Completion of 144 hours of trade related courses from a recognized occupational training center, vocational school or specialized industrial program equaling six months of the required full-time experience.)
Other Requirements

Possession of a valid California Driver License: Class B with tanker endorsement and ability to work in an environment with exposure to automotive/heavy equipment fluids/odors.
ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge Of

The principles of both gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines; the methods, tools, equipment, and parts used in the repair and maintenance of heavy trucks; the operations and uses of diagnostic equipment.
Ability To

Diagnose the source of mechanical and electrical failures in heavy gasoline and diesel-powered trucks; read and understand shop manuals and mechanical diagrams; follow written and oral directions; perform work safely.
Department of Transportation

For those positions designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required.
Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.
Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.
Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.)

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Amanda Duarte at
APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY:
Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
01


This position is designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive. I understand that due to this designation, I will be required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug screening records check. Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two (2) years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment).

• Yes
• No

02


This position is designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive. I understand that, upon employment, I will be subject to DOT alcohol and drug testing on a random basis or for reasonable suspicion.

• Yes
• No

03


How many points do you have on your driving record within the last three (3) years?

• None
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6 or more

04


Have you ever been convicted of any type of DUI? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• Within the last 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6
• 6 years or more

05


How many at-fault accidents have you had within the past three (3) years?

• None
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6 or more

06


Have you had any positive DOT drug tests? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• Within the last 12 months
• 1 year of more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6
• 6 years or more

07


Have you had any positive DOT alcohol tests? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• Within the last 12 months
• 1 year more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

08


Have you had any suspensions or revocations of your driver license for any reason (other than those due to a medical issue)? If yes, how long ago?

• Never
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

09


Select the answer that best describes your current driver license status:

• I have a valid California Class A license.
• I have a valid California Class B license.
• I have a valid California Class C license.
• I am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
• I currently have a valid out-of-state driver license, and am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
• I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver license.

10


I understand that I must submit a current copy (received within the last 30 days) of my driving history record from the Department of Motor Vehicles in order to be considered for employment for this position. (The required document may be attached to your application.)

• Yes
• No

11


Which of the below best describes your heavy-duty truck mechanic experience?

• No Experience
• Completion of a recognized heavy-duty truck mechanic apprenticeship training program.
• Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. (Completion of trade related courses from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 24 quarter units equaling two years of the required experience.)
• Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. (Completion of 144 hours of trade related courses from a recognized occupational training center, vocational school or specialized industrial program equaling six months of the required full-time experience.)

12


I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree or a copy of my transcript(s) as verification of educational units completed prior to the closing date of the job posting. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)

• Yes
• No

13


How many years of experience do you have as a journey level automotive mechanic, which includes performing inspection, diagnostics, repair, replacement, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems?

• No Experience
• Two years, but less than three years
• Three years, but less than four years
• Four years or more, but less than five years
• Five years or more, but less than six years
• Six years or more

14


How many years of experience do you have working with Diesel or Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles?

• No Experience
• One year but less than two years
• Two years but less than three years
• Three years but less than four years
• Four years, but less than five years
• Five or more years

15


Do you have over one year of welding experience? Select all that apply.

• No Experience
• gas welding
• stick/arc welding
• plasma welding
• wire feed welding

16


Do you have experience working on the following Heavy Equipment? Select all that apply.

• No Experience
• Diesel
• Compressed Natural Gas
• Equipment Trailers 23K lbs. to 65K lbs.
• 6x6 axle Water Tanker-3k Gallon
• 2WD Mechanic Service Body with Crane-12k lbs.
• 2WD Heavy Dump Truck-20 ton
• 6WD Water Tanker 4k Gallon-30 ton
• 6WD Semi Truck-20 ton

17


Do you have experience using any of the following software programs? Select all that apply.

• No Experience
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Caterpillar Electronic Technician (CAT ET)
• Cummins Insite
• Bendix Diagnostic Software
• AssetWorks

18


In detail, describe your experience with Biannual Inspection of Terminals (BIT). Be sure to include the length of experience and where the experience was learned/performed.
19


I understand the physical requirements of this position as stated in the job posting, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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