Career Opportunity

7412 Automotive Service Worker Assistant Supervisor

Recruitment: REF51174Y

Published: June 10, 2025

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About:

THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM.

The purpose of this announcement is to create an eligible list which will be used to fill future vacancies in this classification.

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. 

Application Opening: June 10, 2025

Application Deadline: Apply Immediately. Application filing will be open at least through June 23 , 2025 and will close any time thereafter.

Recruitment ID: T00139/REF51174Y

Role description

Under general supervision, the Automotive Service Worker Assistant Supervisor performs a variety of semi-skilled work in maintaining, servicing and safety checking different types of gasoline, diesel, propane, natural gas and alternate fuel source vehicles, hybrid and exercises work direction over a small group of subordinate service workers engaged in such work, and performs related duties as required.

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. Operates and supervises the operation of a variety of automotive servicing equipment and hand tools such as towing vehicles, tire repair and balancing equipment, fuel pumps, automotive oil dispensers, battery chargers, grease guns, wrenches, and other equipment/tools for maintaining vehicles.

2. Assigns road calls in response to field service calls requiring tire changing, starting stalled vehicles with booster cables/battery charger, priming a fuel system, fueling and restarting a diesel engine, minor onsite repairs, towing disabled vehicles to service center or other repairs.

3. Operates and supervises the operation of refueling station and/or tire shop by dispensing correct fuel (gasoline, diesel, propane or natural gas), checking oil levels, radiator coolant, washing, cleaning, vacuuming and steaming of vehicles; inspecting tires and properly repairing tires mounted on solid or split rim wheels; maintaining correct tire stock; and ordering replacements in facilities requiring tire service and performing other routine service and safety checks.

4. Performs and supervises maintenance on vehicles such as changing engine oil and filter; checking cooling system, changing transmission fluid and filters, checking and changing differential fluid; adjusting belts; inspecting brake linings, tire condition and pressure, vehicle lights, and wiper blades/motor; and making visual safety checks of vehicle. Under general supervision, makes minor repairs such as tire changes; replacement of batteries and cables, light bulbs, wiper blades, belts and radiator hoses; greases fittings and other similar repairs. Also includes the regular interior and exterior cleaning of the vehicle; as well as  staging  vehicles in accordance with maintenance needs/demands.

5. Maintains and supervises the maintenance of shop area by keeping the area clear of refuse and debris, using a shop  spill kit  when necessary, ensuring all equipment is in good working condition, and correctly storing all equipment and materials, including hazardous materials.

6. Prepares records by correctly completing vehicle maintenance forms, job work orders, and other job-related forms.

7. Supervises a group of employees by assigning work, overseeing employees, assisting staff, reviewing work and training subordinates.

8. Operates service vehicles by driving, towing and/or pushing disabled vehicles with or without passengers to a safe location for repairs and/or for storage, in order to ensure that city, transit, and off-road vehicles are served immediately.

Nature of work: May require exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and hazardous work situations; handling hazardous materials and waste (some positions may require cleaning: vomit, feces, blood, urine, etc.); occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds and carrying them for moderate distances; wearing required safety equipment, such as a respirator or dust mask; wearing specialized clothing such as mechanic coveralls, safety vest, etc.; walking or standing for extended periods of time; and working weekends, holidays and different shifts. Positions require the use of a computer.

How to qualify

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time verifiable work experience performing semi-skilled work in maintenance, servicing, and safety-checks of vehicles at a level equivalent to job code 7410 Automotive Service Worker. (Service Station experience will be accepted only if it includes servicing and maintenance of vehicles. Experience in self-service stations is not qualifying); AND

License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license (at time of appointment)

Notes:

Some positions may require possession of or the ability to obtain the following licenses or driver’s license endorsements within six months of appointment:

A valid California Class A driver’s license to drive heavy equipment;

A valid California class B driver’s license with P (Passenger) endorsement and no air brake restriction;

A valid M1 endorsement to drive motorcycles;

A valid X endorsement to drive tank and handle hazardous materials vehicles.

Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Please review our articles on Employment Application and Minimum Qualifications and Verification of Experience and/or Education for considerations taken when reviewing applications. 

Selection Process:

(General Exam Process Information) 

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

Exam Components:

Written Multiple-Choice Examination: (Weight: 100%)

Candidates deemed eligible and admitted to the examination process will be administered a written multiple-choice test designed to measure knowledge, skills and/or abilities in job-related areas which may include but not limited to: knowledge of service equipment and maintenance procedures; ability to use basic hand tools and equipment; human relations ability; supervisory ability; knowledge of safety regulations and procedures; and written communication.

This is a standardized examination and, therefore, test questions and test answers are not available for public inspection or review.

For your reference, a Multiple-Choice Test Preparation Manual is available on the DHR website: http://www.sfdhr.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=18426.

What else should I know?

Eligible List/Score Report: 

A confidential eligible list/score report of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list/score report, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list/score report shall be made available for public inspection, upon request, once the eligible list/score report is exhausted or expired and referrals resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission. 

The duration of the eligible list/score report resulting from this examination process will be 12 months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director. 

Medical Examination:

Candidates who are being considered for appointment for positions may be required to pass a medical examination. Candidates who cannot meet the medical requirement will be placed under waiver until this requirement is met. The medical examination will be administered only to those applicants who are being considered for appointment.

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has determined that Class 7412 Automotive Service Worker Assistant Supervisor is a “safety-sensitive” position, under regulations issued by the Federal Transit Administration (49 CFR Part 655). Federal law requires that all transit employees who perform safety-sensitive functions be subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. All applicants for Safety-Sensitive positions shall undergo urine drug testing prior to employment and within 90 days prior to performing Safety-Sensitive functions for the first time. Receipt by the SFMTA of a negative test result is required prior to the employee being placed on the payroll. A positive, adulterated, negative dilute or substituted test will result in a decision not to hire, and the applicant’s name will be removed from the list of eligibles for Safety-Sensitive positions. The SFMTA will not consider hiring any person who tested positive, adulterated, substituted or refused to submit to testing for a minimum of two years following the positive test.

In addition, each applicant who has worked for a Department of Transportation (DOT)-regulated employer(s) within the last two years will be required to sign a consent form, prior to appointment, authorizing SFMTA to obtain information from his/her prior employers concerning his/her drug and alcohol test history. Each applicant will also be required to provide SFMTA with information regarding whether, during the last two years, the applicant tested positive or refused to test on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which the applicant applied for, but did not obtain, safety-sensitive transportation work covered by DOT drug and alcohol testing rules. SFMTA will not hire any applicant for a safety-sensitive position who fails to provide this information or fails to provide written consent for the release of information from prior employers.

Background Investigation:
Prior to employment with the San Francisco Police Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidate’s suitability for employment. The investigation may include, but not be limited to: criminal history records, driving records, drug/alcohol screening, and other related employment and personal history records. Reasons for rejection may include use of controlled substances and alcohol, felony conviction, repeated or serious violations of the law, inability to work with co-workers, inability to accept supervision, inability to follow rules and regulations or other relevant factors. Candidates may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening, and must clear Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprinting. Criminal records will be carefully reviewed; candidates who do not report their complete criminal records on their applications will be disqualified. Applicants will be fingerprinted.

Terms of Announcement: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/CityAndCountyOfSanFrancisco1/.] The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4. Such appeals must be submitted in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements, applications and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website at http://sfgov.org/civilservice/rules.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: 

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• Seniority Credit in Promotional Exams 
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement
• ADA Accommodation

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process.

1. Visit https://careers.sf.gov/
2. Type 7412” into the "Search by class or keyword" field
3. Click the link to open the job ad
4. Select the “Apply Now" button and follow instructions on the screen 

Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Exam Analyst Information: If you have any questions regarding the Exam Process, please contact the exam analyst, Anna Kaminska, at Anna.Kaminska@sfmta.com.

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The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.