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Supervising Mechanic, Supervising Automotive/Equipment Mechanic
Supervising Mechanic, Supervising Automotive/Equipment Mechanic
Job No: 551742
Work Type: Staff
Location: Sonoma
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.
Location - Facilities Management, Corporation Yard
Job Summary
Available Schedule: 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday
Reporting to and under general supervision of the Housing Operations Manager, with additional lead work direction from members of the Facilities Management leadership team, the Supervising Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and functions of the Auto Shop and providing full service and support to the electric and gas-powered carts, utility vehicles, and equipment. The incumbent is responsible for project planning, coordination, maintenance, repair and modification of automotive, maintenance, landscape, agricultural and construction equipment, machinery and tools.
Key Qualifications
This position requires three or more years of experience as a journey-level automotive or equipment mechanic, including one to two years in a lead or supervisory capacity. Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, and Excel) required. Knowledge of Kawasaki Mules, Taylor Dunn utility/passenger carts, GEM utility/passenger carts, Golf carts - 2-4 seaters, Ez-Go, Club car and Yamaha highly preferred. Knowledge of Google Suite, a computerized work control system, and PeopleSoft preferred. Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude preferred. The incumbent must successfully complete a pre-placement exam and must possess and maintain a California Driver's License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required to maintain and operate.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $7,497 to $8,115 a month. This is a full time, non-exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.
Supplemental Information
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
Sonoma State University's Annual Security Report includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person by emailing the Clery Compliance and Safety Office at clery@sonoma.edu.
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is available for viewing at https://housing.sonoma.edu/compliance-data/2024-campus-housing-fire-safety-report. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sonoma State University student housing facilities for three years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing at housing@sonoma.edu.
Application Close: Open Until Filled
To apply, visit https://employment.sonoma.edu/en-us/job/551742/supervising-mechanic-supervising-automotiveequipment-mechanic
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