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Job description
Body and Fender Mechanic
Exam Number C7461A
The application filing period will begin on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
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Essential Job Functions
Removes vehicle parts on cars, trucks, utility trucks, and heavy machinery (e.g., cranes, backhoes, etc.) to access critical repair areas using hand tools.
Re-assembles restored or new vehicle parts after tear down using to restore body and fender parts to original condition, being sure to install all parts according to vehicle specifications.
Identifies necessary repairs through independent damage assessment, distinguishing between vehicles, their components, and specific types of damage to determine an efficient restoration plan.
Inspects repairs to ensure imperfections have been completely removed by performing visual, auditory, and sensory checks, testing any affected operating components.
Reviews work orders and job estimates to thoroughly understand tasks required for each vehicle and expected hours for the job.
Documents all work performed and any notes about the job so it can be used for reference in the event of a future accident or future repair needs.
Prioritizes safe work behaviors, adhering to all safety guidelines (e.g., company policies and OSHA guidelines) for climbing ladders, lifting materials, operating forklifts and rigging systems, jacking up cars, and other standard work like welding, cutting, and using tools.
Completes tasks efficiently to restore vehicles to usable condition as quickly as possible while maintaining safety standards and thoroughness.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY: OPTION I: Completion of a recognized* body and fender apprentice training program ** of at least four years duration. OPTION II: Five years of experience in automotive body and fender repair work, one year of which must have been at the journey level ***.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Successful applicants must provide verification of their driver license and a copy of their driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.
PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class 4 – Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.
*To receive credit for your education, include a copy of the certificate of completion of a recognized body and fender apprentice training program with your application. If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application, please email them to within five (5) calendar days of filing your application, and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.
**Apprenticeship training programs must be recognized by a national, global, or regional accrediting agency, the California State Department of Education, the California State Department of Labor Division of Apprenticeship Standards, or the Council for Private Post Secondary and Vocational Education.
*** Journey-level experience is defined as: Independently performing a full-range of body and fender work. Positions at this level operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work in automotive body and fender repair work.
Additional Information
This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts: PART I : A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at 40%, assessing:
Achievement
Responsibility
Safety Orientation
Thoroughness
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
PART II : An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted at 60%, assessing:
Experience repairing vehicle body and fender components, including identifying and working with appropriate materials
Experience performing welding, fabrication, and finishing work to repair vehicle components
Experience measuring and aligning vehicle components to assess damage and restore proper fit and structure
Experience using hand, power, and shop equipment to disassemble, repair, reshape, and reassemble vehicle components
Experience performing body repair tasks such as filler application, sanding, and surface preparation for painting
Experience assessing vehicle damage and determining appropriate repair methods
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED SCORE OF PARTS I AND II IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam. SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE. TEST PREPARATION: We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
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Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies in Public Works as they occur. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification. We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
Who can apply
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