Automotive Mechanic III

Job Information

Job Number:

Closing Date: 3/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location:

Merced College, CA

$4,844.00 - $6,131.00 Monthly

Under general supervision, the Automotive Mechanic performs journeyman-level work in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of gasoline, diesel, and electric automotive equipment. The role also supports scheduling for instructional and conference travel, field trips, and special events.

• Performs complex mechanical work on gasoline, diesel, and electric vehicles, trucks, and forklifts.
• Decides the extent and type of repair needed for each piece of equipment.
• Overhauls engines, transmissions, brake systems, differentials, air conditioning systems, and carburetors.
• Tunes engines and orders parts and accessories.
• Maintains shop tools and equipment, records repairs, and certifies vehicles per California Highway Patrol regulations.
• Assists in assigning work and supervising student assistants.
• Completes other related duties as assigned.

• Tools, materials, and equipment used in automotive maintenance.
• Preventative maintenance principles for automotive equipment.
• Safe driving procedures.

• Inspect, locate, and diagnose mechanical defects.
• Estimate repair costs and order supplies.
• Operate required tools and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and follow directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds of community college students.

• Associate’s degree and at least one (1) year of applicable experience.
• OR high school diploma or GED and four (4) years of applicable experience.
• OR high school diploma and three (3) years of experience plus applicable certifications.
• OR equivalent education and experience.

• Valid California driver’s license.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to fumes, dust, and odors. The position may require travel and extended hours including evenings and weekends.

• Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.
• Working on ladders.

• Hear and understand speech at normal levels.
• Communicate for clear understanding.
• Read printed matter and computer screens.
• Stand or sit for prolonged periods.
• Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull.
• Lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
• Reach in all directions.
• Work at heights and on ladders.
• Work in extreme temperatures.

Vision:
Normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing:
Normal audio range with or without correction.

• Submit complete application by the closing date at

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications.
• Resume.
• Three professional references (no letters).
• Unofficial college transcripts if applicable.

Applicants deemed highly qualified will be invited to onsite oral interviews scheduled for March 30, 2026, with final interviews on March 31, 2026.

Health benefits for employees and eligible dependents cost $12 per month. Coverage includes PPO medical, dental, VSP vision, and additional benefits such as sick leave and retirement plans. For more details, visit the Merced College Benefits Website.

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at own expense before employment. The candidate must certify identity and right to work in the United States. All offers are subject to Board of Trustees approval and may require accommodations for disabilities.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.