BODY AND FENDER MECHANIC

Job Description

Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER

C7461A

FILING PERIOD

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.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We welcome applications from anyone.

Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 39 diverse departments and over 2,100 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment!

For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ .

If you have questions about working for LA County, including current open recruitments, tips on crafting a resume or acing an interview, career planning, or any other general information, please visit our website at: https://hr.lacounty.gov/ .

OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING, AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION.

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.
  

For more information, please view the classification specification: Body and Fender Mechanic .

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. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*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 [email protected] within five (5) calendar days of filing your application , and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

**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: I ndependently 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

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

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.

• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
  
• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ .
  
• You can also visit our Los Angeles County Online Assessment Preparation Series webpage at https://lacounty.attract.neogov.com/la-county-online-assessments-prep-series for information about common online assessment types, sample questions, and test-taking tips.
  

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
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.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
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.

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New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

CONTACT INFORMATION :
Department Contact Name: Neal Mondragon
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: [email protected]
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922

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