7306-Automotive Body And Fender Worker

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Title: Automotive and Body Fender Worker

Job Code: 7306

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs journey-level skilled work in connection with the maintenance, repair, overhaul, removal, replacement and adjustment of the exterior and interior bodies of a wide variety of equipment including automotive and transit equipment. Performs other related duties as required. This is a journey-level worker position in the Automotive Body and Fender Worker series.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This job code is distinguished from the higher job classification 7322 Automotive Body And Fender Worker Assistant Supervisor in that the latter is the first line supervisor of 7306 Automotive and Body Fender Workers.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Fabricates sheet metal parts and fiberglass molds with body and fender tools (i.e.) Oxyacetylene welding torch, MIG equipment, hydraulic shear, sheet metal break and hand tools for the repair and/or replacement of damaged motor vehicle and/transit equipment body panels fenders and radiators; Fabricates and repairs a variety of metal auxiliary equipment on motor vehicles.

2. Straightens, replaces and repairs bumpers, fenders, panels and other exterior parts of motor vehicle equipment.

3. Operates gas and electric welding equipment in the repair, replacement, and alignment of vehicle bodies, frames, radiators and fiberglass parts on a variety of automotive equipment in compliance with shop manuals specifications using electric and hand power tools. Repairs metal bodies and frames on trolley coaches, which may include street cars and cable cars.

4. Repairs and replaces windows, glass and weather stripping on transit and non-revenue vehicles.

5. Restores body surface utilizing plastic body filler.

6. Repairs metal bodies on transit vehicles, trucks and passenger cars.

7. Heats and straightens metal body surfaces using shrink methods with Oxyacetylene torch.

8. Drives a motor/transit vehicle from the yard to the repair shop and also transports supplies from shop to shop.

9. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: auto body and fender principles such as fabricating, lining, welding, and straightening methods, practices, procedures and processes used in automobile body and fender repair work; body surfaces and structural members and methods used to replace and straighten body panels, sub-frames and frames; safety and hazardous material procedures, including using respirators, hand tools, materials and gas, electrical and other welding equipment; the understanding and use of Material Safety Data Sheet; auto body and fender related materials, their basic composition, characteristics, and uses; commonly used machine shop metals, and materials such as stainless steel, steel, aluminum, fiberglass, plastic filler, resin, matting, and cloth.

Ability or Skill to: use various tools used in automotive body and fender work including heavy metal equipment, light equipment, air powered tools/equipment, hand tools, and frame straightening equipment in a safe and efficient manner; speak in a clear, concise and organized manner; listen with understanding; fill out forms and daily work orders/sheets; read and comprehend written materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Possession of a high school diploma, GED or California High School Proficiency Certificate

Experience:

Six (6) years of full-time verifiable work experience as an automotive body and fender worker, of which two (2) years must have been at journey-level

License and Certification:

Possession of a valid class C driver license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Note: Some positions require a class B driver license. Employees appointed to these positions will be required to obtain a class B driver license within six (6) months of appointment. Some positions require incumbents to perform frame repair.

Substitution:

Completion of the CA Division of Apprenticeship Standards recognized Automotive Body and Fender apprenticeship program with the City and County of San Francisco as evidenced by issuance of a Certificate of Completion of the City�s apprenticeship program under the appropriate authority will substitute for the six (6) years combined work experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Nature of work requires: considerable physical effort and manual dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body. May involve possible exposure to dust and chemical fumes that require wearing a respirator. Incumbents may be exposed to hazardous materials. Requires incumbents to work with body and fender tools such as Oxyacetylene/MIG welding equipment. May be required to work different shifts and perform basic computer skills (i.e. data entry, work order completion, etc.).

Appointees must meet medical standards for this position to include being able to pass the Respirator Health and Safety Examination and Fit Test.

PROMOTIVE LINES

To: 7322 Automotive Body And Fender Worker Assistant Supervisor

From: Entrance

ORIGINATION DATE:

07/02/1964

AMENDED DATE:

12/26/08; 06/18/14; 08/19/19

REASON FOR AMENDMENT:

To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications.

BUSINESS UNIT(S):

COMMN SFMTA

Standard information

Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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